Principal Database Administrator | Up to 105k | Málaga (Relocation provided) in SPAIN

➡️ We’re seeking a Principal Database Administrator to lead management and optimisation of the database infrastructur in one of the top biggest financial platform across the planet, used by companies such as CME, Refinitiv, Binance, Bitcoin.com and many many others.

So, if you’re looking for an international start-up with all the resources and firepower of a major scale-up, then look no further.🚀

• 📍 Location: Málaga | Hybrid role | Relocation provided
• 💰 Salary: Up to 105K
• 💼About the Company: A financial technology company providing advanced charting tools and a social platform to empower traders and investors with market insights and data-driven decision-making.

RESPONSIBILITIES ⚒️

• Database Management & Optimization – Oversee the administration, maintenance, and fine-tuning of various database systems (SQL and NoSQL) to ensure efficiency and reliability.
• Scalability & High Availability – Design robust, fault-tolerant database architectures that can handle high traffic and large-scale operations without performance issues.
• Security & Data Integrity – Implement strong security measures, including encryption, access control, and backup strategies, to protect data and ensure compliance.
• Performance Enhancement & Troubleshooting – Continuously monitor and optimize database performance while swiftly addressing incidents to minimize downtime.
• Collaboration & Leadership – Work closely with development and operations teams while mentoring team members and driving database strategy and innovation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 💡

• 8+ years of experience in database administration, with deep expertise in PostgreSQL
• Deep expertise in relational databases such as PostgreSQL as well as in non-relational databases (MongoDB, Redis, Clickhouse, etc).
• Experience operating databases in cloud environments with a focus on AWS database offerings.
• Proficiency in SQL and experience automating database tasks through scripting and tools.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues in distributed databases, including performance tuning and bottleneck analysis.
• Strong knowledge of security practices including encryption, access control, and fault tolerance.
• Knowledge of virtualisation and containerisation concepts, including experience working with Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools like Zabbix and Prometheus for maintaining the performance and health of databases.
• Experience with Change Data Capturing (CDC) techniques.

BENEFITS 🌱

• Hybrid role based in our offices located in Málaga: offering you the opportunity to work in a vibrant culture and enjoy an excellent quality of life.
• Flexible working hours for a great work-life balance.
• We provide comprehensive relocation packages for you and your family to ensure a smooth transition and comfortable settling-in process.
• Private health insurance and all of our workplace perks (gym,snacks etc..)!