TheWhiteam is a Spanish IT services and consultancy firm specializing in digital transformation, SAP solutions, and cybersecurity. The company provides a wide range of technology services, including software development, cloud infrastructure management, and business intelligence for both private sector clients and large public institutions. With a strong focus on technical excellence, they support organizations through complex migrations and the implementation of modern enterprise architectures.

In Spain, TheWhiteam maintains a significant presence with offices in Madrid, Barcelona, and Bilbao, while offering extensive remote work opportunities for professionals across the country. The company is particularly relevant for international professionals due to its frequent collaboration with European Union agencies and international organizations, often requiring English-speaking talent for high-impact projects. Their culture emphasizes technical growth and provides exposure to diverse environments, from banking and manufacturing to public sector governance.

Founded in Spain, TheWhiteam has grown into a specialized IT consultancy known for its technical depth in SAP and enterprise systems. It has established itself as a reliable partner for both Spanish corporations and European public organizations.

For international professionals

Frequently recruits for projects involving European Union institutions and agencies like Frontex and the European Commission.
Offers a high volume of 100% remote positions for candidates residing anywhere in Spain.
Strong focus on SAP consulting, making it a key employer for international SAP specialists in the Spanish market.
Provides opportunities for international mobility, including 'near-site' roles in locations like Warsaw and Brussels.
Works with a diverse range of international clients in the banking, manufacturing, and public sectors.

Senior Systems Technician DBA – SQL Server / PostgreSQL / Azure – 100% Remote (Spain)

TheWhiteam

This job was originally posted in Spanish and automatically translated to English. You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.

Job Description

At The Whiteam Consulting, we are looking for a Senior Systems Technician specializing in Databases (DBA) with strong experience in Microsoft SQL Server and PostgreSQL, to join a strategic project in a 100% remote modality from Spain.

The selected person will be responsible for the administration, evolution, and governance of database platforms in both On-Premise and Cloud (Microsoft Azure) environments, ensuring performance, availability, and security in critical systems.

Additionally, they will act as a technical reference, participating in modernization projects, cloud migration, and digital transformation.

Responsibilities

Administration and maintenance of databases:
- Microsoft SQL Server
- PostgreSQL
Management of the full database lifecycle:
- Installation
- Configuration
- Operation
- Maintenance
- Upgrade
Design and supervision of architectures:
- Hybrid (On-Premise + Cloud)
- Cloud in Microsoft Azure
Lead and coordinate database migrations to Azure.
Performance monitoring and optimization:
- Query tuning
- Index management
Implementation of solutions for:
- High availability
- Backup
- Disaster Recovery
Advanced technical support for business areas.
Definition of technical standards and best practices.
Automation of administration tasks.
Coordination with teams:
- Architecture
- Infrastructure
- Development
- Cybersecurity
Resolution of critical incidents and coordination with vendors.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of experience as a DBA / Systems Technician.
Education:
- Technical Engineering in Computer Science or similar.
Solid experience in:
- Microsoft SQL Server (2016 / 2019 / 2022)
- PostgreSQL (v13+)
Experience in:
- High availability environments
- Hybrid environments (On-Prem + Cloud)
- Migrations to Microsoft Azure
Advanced knowledge in:
- T-SQL
- Query optimization
- Backup and recovery
- Data security
Experience with:
- Always On Availability Groups
- Failover Cluster Instances (FCI)
- PostgreSQL Replication
Knowledge of:
- Azure SQL / Azure PostgreSQL
- Azure Monitor / Backup / Storage
Experience in:
- PowerShell / Bash
- Automation (Ansible, Terraform)
Analytical capacity and orientation toward continuous improvement.
Intermediate English (technical documentation).

Desirable Knowledge

Azure Synapse Analytics.
Azure Data Factory.
Docker / Kubernetes.
DevOps and CI/CD.
Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
Microsoft Certifications:
- DP-300, AZ-104, AZ-305
PostgreSQL Certifications.
Knowledge of ITIL and agile methodologies.

Conditions

Modality: 100% remote from Spain.
Reference location: Bizkaia.
Salary: Freelance 250€-300€ Daily Rate / 43,000€ SBA

Company

Being part of THEWHITEAM means collaborating with a company formed by professionals with extensive experience in technology consulting.

We firmly believe that companies and clients set the path to follow in the sector, but it is people who build it. We consider it of vital importance that our organization is based on our best asset and value-added brand, which is our human team.

Benefits

Furthermore, I leave you a short summary of company policies so you can get to know us a bit better:

• Our collective agreement is that of Consulting and Market Research firms

• We have 23 vacation days per year

• We have 14 payments, 12 monthly and two extras (June and December)

• As flexible compensation, we can request childcare vouchers and also health + dental insurance.

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Descripción del puesto

En The Whiteam Consulting estamos buscando un/a Técnico/a de Sistemas Senior especializado/a en Bases de Datos (DBA) con fuerte experiencia en Microsoft SQL Server y PostgreSQL, para incorporarse a un proyecto estratégico en modalidad 100% remota desde España.

La persona seleccionada será responsable de la administración, evolución y gobierno de plataformas de bases de datos tanto en entornos On‑Premise como Cloud (Microsoft Azure), asegurando rendimiento, disponibilidad y seguridad en sistemas críticos.

Además, actuará como referente técnico, participando en proyectos de modernización, migración a cloud y transformación digital.

Responsabilidades

Administración y mantenimiento de bases de datos:
- Microsoft SQL Server
- PostgreSQL
Gestión del ciclo de vida completo de BBDD:
- Instalación
- Configuración
- Operación
- Mantenimiento
- Upgrade
Diseño y supervisión de arquitecturas:
- Híbridas (On‑Premise + Cloud)
- Cloud en Microsoft Azure
Liderar y coordinar migraciones de BBDD a Azure.
Monitorización y optimización del rendimiento:
- Tuning de consultas
- Gestión de índices
Implementación de soluciones de:
- Alta disponibilidad
- Backup
- Disaster Recovery
Soporte técnico avanzado a áreas de negocio.
Definición de estándares técnicos y buenas prácticas.
Automatización de tareas de administración.
Coordinación con equipos:
- Arquitectura
- Infraestructura
- Desarrollo
- Ciberseguridad
Resolución de incidencias críticas y coordinación con proveedores.

Requisitos

Experiencia mínima de 5 años como DBA / Técnico/a de Sistemas.
Formación:
- Ingeniería Técnica en Informática o similar.
Experiencia sólida en:
- Microsoft SQL Server (2016 / 2019 / 2022)
- PostgreSQL (v13+)
Experiencia en:
- Entornos de alta disponibilidad
- Entornos híbridos (On‑Prem + Cloud)
- Migraciones a Microsoft Azure
Conocimientos avanzados en:
- T-SQL
- Optimización de consultas
- Backup y recuperación
- Seguridad de datos
Experiencia con:
- Always On Availability Groups
- Failover Cluster Instances (FCI)
- Replicación PostgreSQL
Conocimientos en:
- Azure SQL / Azure PostgreSQL
- Azure Monitor / Backup / Storage
Experiencia en:
- PowerShell / Bash
- Automatización (Ansible, Terraform)
Capacidad analítica y orientación a mejora continua.
Inglés medio (documentación técnica).

Conocimientos deseables

Azure Synapse Analytics.
Azure Data Factory.
Docker / Kubernetes.
DevOps y CI/CD.
Infraestructura como Código (IaC).
Certificaciones Microsoft:
- DP‑300, AZ‑104, AZ‑305
Certificaciones PostgreSQL.
Conocimientos en ITIL y metodologías ágiles.

Condiciones

Modalidad: 100% remoto desde España.
Ubicación referencia: Bizkaia.
Salario: Freelance 250€-300€ Daily Rate / 43,000€ SBA

Compañía

Formar parte de THEWHITEAM es colaborar con una empresa formada por profesionales con una dilatada experiencia en consultoría tecnológica.

Creemos firmemente que las empresas y clientes marcan el camino a seguir en el sector, pero éste lo construyen las personas. Consideramos de vital importancia que nuestra organización se fundamente en nuestro mejor activo y marca de valor añadido que es nuestro equipo humano.

Beneficios

Por otra parte, te dejo también un pequeño resumen de políticas de la compañía para que nos vayas conociendo un poco mejor:

• Nuestro convenio es el de Consultoras y estudios de mercado

• Tenemos 23 días de vacaciones al año