Lead Database Administrator

WHO WE ARE 

Join some of the most innovative thinkers in FinTech as we lead the evolution of financial technology. If you are an innovative, curious, collaborative person who embraces challenges and wants to grow, learn and pursue outcomes with our prestigious financial clients, say Hello to SimCorp!

At its foundation, SimCorp is guided by our values - caring, customer success-driven, collaborative, curious, and courageous. Our people-centered organization focuses on skills development, relationship building, and client success. We take pride in cultivating an environment where all team members can grow, feel heard, valued, and empowered.

If you like what we’re saying, keep reading! 

WHY THIS ROLE IS IMPORTANT TO US 

SimCorp is a leading supplier of highly specialized software and expertise for financial institutions and corporations. The basis for our complex software is comprehensive financial services know-how and a very good understanding of the individual requirements of our customers. More than 200 financial institutions all over the world use our software. As a global partner we are continuously expanding our market-leading position.

SimCorp is experiencing a substantial increase in business globally and to support our growth we are looking for a Database Administrator in Europe. In this key role you will support our suite of Database products and liaise with all our development and operations teams across the world to optimize their performance to support our client requirements.

This interesting job offers you a special opportunity to increase your knowledge and get experience in a variety of disciplines. You will find yourself working in a diverse and fast-growing environment for an international company with significant growth potential and career opportunities. If you want to contribute to our growth and develop in a professional environment - grow with us!

WHAT YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR 

The Database Administrator role would be a part of a small, specialized DBA team within the Analytics business at Simcorp, overseeing the support and performance of a varied database technology landscape including Oracle, SQL Server, Postgres, MySQL and Snowflake.

In practice this role would entail:

• Install, configure, and operate MSSQL database systems, including a familiarity with Always On and failover configurations
• Monitor and optimize performance, including query performance analysis and tuning, working in collaboration with development teams providing recommendations to optimize performance
• Design and implement backup, recovery, and security strategies
• Proficiency in database programming languages (SQL, T-SQL), as well as SQL Server DacPac deployments
• Experience with other database technologies (e.g., Oracle, MariaDB, PostgreSQL, Snowflake)
• Ability to script and automate routine procedures, with appropriate error handling and alerting

WHAT WE VALUE 

Most importantly, you can see yourself contributing and thriving in the position described above. How you gained the skills needed for doing that is less important. We expect you to be good at several of the following and be able to - and interested in - learning the rest.

• A degree in computer science/engineering discipline.
• 2+ years of experience with Database Administration, including query performance tuning
• In-depth knowledge of MSSQL, administration, troubleshooting, performance/SQL tuning, configure monitoring/alerts, and perform capacity planning.
• Knowledge of database performance monitoring and tuning tools
• Experience with cloud hosted PaaS database solutions, particularly on Microsoft Azure
• Scripting skills to automate tasks, such as with Python, Bash or PowerShell
• Managing large data warehouse DBs, Infrastructure as Code, and willingness to learn new technologies. Good communication, teamworking & organization skills. You have proficient analytical skills and are used to working in a structured way.  Team player with problem-solving mindset, proactive attitude, and ability to work in fast-paced environments.

Nice to have:

• Experience in working for firms that deal with financial instruments and portfolios
• Experience/understanding of Kubernetes and Docker; Knowledge of monitoring/logging tools (Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Application Insights, Grafana).
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified Database Administrator, MCSA: SQL Server, MCSE: Data Management and Analytics, Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate, Oracle OCA)

BENEFITS    

• Flexible working hours and hybrid model - 2 days in the office, 3 days remote 

• Modern office (next to Wilanowska metro station) with quiet zones and ergonomic workstations 

• Base salary with annual bonus structure  

• Holiday allowance upon a 2-week vacation 

• Occasional remote work across Poland and international options available (up to 24 days domestic, 20 days international per year - subject to internal policy) 

• Employer-paid Medicover Platinum healthcare package (employee-paid family upgrade available) 

• Multisport card with 75% employer contribution 

• Unum group life insurance (employee-paid upgrade available) 

• Medicover travel insurance for private trips and global business travel insurance 

• Possibility to join Deutsche Börse Group Share Plan (eligible after 1 year) 

• Copyrights program for certain roles  

• Possibility to develop your career in an international environment 

• Professional training and courses provided by SimCorp 

• Polish language classes for foreign employees; German and English classes based on business needs 

• Integration events, volunteering initiatives and employee-led clubs 

NEXT STEPS    

Please click below to apply to learn more about the vacancy and what SimCorp has to offer regarding salary, benefits, and perks. Applications are continuously assessed, so please send your CV in English as soon as possible. If you are interested in being a part of SimCorp but are not sure this role is the right fit, submit your CV anyway. SimCorp is on an exciting growth journey, and our Talent Acquisition Team is ready to help you discover the right role for you. The approximate time to consider your CV is three weeks. We are eager to continually improve our talent acquisition process and make everyone’s experience positive and valuable. Therefore, during the process, we will ask you to provide your feedback, which is highly appreciated.