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Senior PostgreSQL DBA

Hybrid in Spain·Full-time·Added 3 days ago (last checked 4 Nov)

IRIUM

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Our summary

Salary: Up to €43,000 a year
About €2,620 a month after tax.
Hours: Monday to Friday
Work mode: Hybrid, Spain
Contract: Permanent, full-time hours
English: Required
Experience: 7+ years
Benefits: Private health insurance, flexible pay plan, meal vouchers

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Skills

Nice to have

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Between 7 and 10 years of experience administering open source databases, especially PostgreSQL.
Experience in daily operation: runbooks, operating procedures, and periodic health checks.
Management of incidents, problems, changes, and service requests according to ITIL.
Adjustment and optimization of PostgreSQL parameters for performance, compliance, and stability.
Ability to identify and propose automation for repetitive tasks.
Documentation of processes, changes, and operational results.
Being the point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, with good communication, reporting, and conflict resolution skills.

Nice to have

Nice to have:
- Linux system administration.
- Experience with other open source databases, such as MySQL, MariaDB, or MongoDB.

Languages

English B2.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Permanent contract with IRIUM.
Salary: up to €43,000 gross per year.
Hybrid model: 3 days on-site in Madrid or Málaga.
Schedule from Monday to Friday, in shifts between 07:00 and 19:00: from 07:00 to 15:00, from 08:00 to 17:00, or from 10:00 to 19:00.
Flexible compensation: medical insurance, meal vouchers, transport, and childcare.
Continuous training and career plan.
Stable project with the possibility of extension.

If you are passionate about the world of databases and are looking for a stable project in which to continue growing, this is the place for you. At IRIUM, we bet on long-term relationships with our team, with close treatment, continuous follow-up, and real development opportunities.

The role

At IRIUM, we care about people and their professional development. We believe that talent grows when given trust, training, and challenging projects. That is why we are looking for a PostgreSQL DBA to join a stable project at a leading client in the technology sector, where they will be responsible for the administration, operation, and continuous improvement of open source database platforms.

About IRIUM

IRIUM is an IT services company operating in Spain, offering a wide range of technology roles including software development, data engineering, cloud architecture, SAP consulting, and IT management. Their career page lists numerous open positions across Spain, with a mix of remote, hybrid, and on-site roles, indicating a focus on delivering IT solutions and consulting services to clients.

Industry: IT Services
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia and 3 more

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Offers many remote positions across Spain, which may provide flexibility for international hires.
Hybrid roles are available in major cities like Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, and Málaga.
Some roles require English and/or French, indicating a multicultural work environment.
The company appears to be actively hiring across various IT specializations, suggesting growth and opportunities.

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Additional information

At IRIUM, we believe in equal opportunities and in diversity as a source of value. All applications are valued without distinction of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation, disability, or any other personal condition.

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