Division: Global Technology Services (GTS)

We are looking for an experienced Database Administrator to join our team! As a Database Administrator at our company, you will be responsible for designing, testing, planning, implementing, protecting, operating, managing and maintaining our companys databases.

Responsibilities:

• Installing, tuning and upgrading RDBMS infrastructures
• Proactively and regularly making recommendations for database improvements (policies, procedures & standards)
• Monitoring system performance and identifying problems that arise
• Responding in a timely manner to user-reported errors
• Protecting the database against threats or unauthorized access by establishing and maintaining security and integrity controls
• Ensuring that the database is adequately backed up and able to be recovered in the event of disaster
• Reporting on metrics regarding usage and performance
• Suggesting changes and improvements for database maintenance, performance, reliability and protection
• Regularly liaising with IT project teams including database programmers

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience with Database Administration for MSSQL Server (2016-)
• Analytical mindset in troubleshooting and resolving database problems
• Good understanding of Performance Tuning and Optimization (PTO), using native monitoring and troubleshooting tools
• Experience with backups, restores and recovery models
• Knowledge of High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) options for MS SQL Server
• Expertise in SQL language
• Experience in implementing operational automation using scripts such as: PowerShell, Ansible playbooks
• Experience with Windows servers, including Active Directory and disk configurations
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills
• Being a team player
• Being highly organized with a sense of ownership
• Capability of working under pressure

Nice to have:

• Experience with MS SQL Server Always ON
• Experience with MS Azure SQL databases
• Experience with Desired State Configuration and DBAtools
• Experience with ServiceNow & Azure DevOps
• Experience with Ansible playbooks
• Experience with other database systems like Oracle, PostgreSQL & MongoDB will be considered as an asset
• Microsoft SQL Server certifications 

ABOUT US

Why join us

Embark on your new adventure at Euroclear, and work at the heart of the global capital markets. We connect over 2,000 financial institutions across the globe. As an open and resilient infrastructure, we contribute to the stability of the financial markets. We help clients cut through complexity, lower costs, and mitigate risks of financial transactions. At Euroclear, we have the clear ambition to use our key role to facilitate and accelerate a sustainable global financial system. 

WHAT WE OFFER:

- Work closely with inspiring, supportive and engaged colleagues from more than 80 different countries.

- Practice your talents in a highly professional international environment.

- Join a learning and development environment with an emphasis on knowledge sharing and training.

- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

NEW WAYS OF WORKING

Find your own optimal balance within our hybrid working model, where you can connect at the office and also benefit from remote working. 

GREAT PLACE TO WORK FOR ALL

We are committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and strives to be a Great Place to Work for All. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment, regardless of any aspect that makes them unique (including race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability, ...). If you need any specific accommodation due to disability or any other reason, you can let the recruiter know during your application process.