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# Database Administrator

- **Company:** Banco Plata
- **Location:** Álava, Spain (Remote available)
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** OpenTofu, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Cloud Computing, Cluster Analysis, Databases, Database Security, Disaster Recovery, Distributed Systems, Fault Tolerance, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Performance Tuning, Cloud Services, Ansible, Prometheus, SQL Databases, Datadog, Google Cloud, System Availability, Database Optimization, Caching, Indexer, Gitlab, Cloudformation, Gitlab-ci, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Apache Kafka, Cloudwatch, Terraform, Golang
- **Published:** October 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.buscojobs.com.es/database-administrator-en-alava-ID-378054386

## About the Role

3+ years of hands-on experience as a DBA in production-grade, distributed environments.
Deep knowledge of PostgreSQL
Proven expertise in managing databases across major cloud platforms ( Amazon Web Services , Google Cloud Platform , Azure, Yandex Cloud )
Advanced expertise in SQL query tuning, schema optimization, and indexing strategies.
Strong experience with replication, partitioning, and clustering in high-availability systems.
Proficiency in backup, restore, and failover mechanisms in multi-AZ and multi-region setups.
Skills in automation and scripting (Python, Bash, Go).
Familiarity with Kubernetes-based deployments(example operator Zalando for PG,Strimzi Kafka) and modern observability stacks (Prometheus, Datadog, AWS CloudWatch).
B1 or higher English level for effective communication with an international team
Your bonus skills
Experience with IaC tools (Terraform, OpenTofu, CloudFormation).
Our ways of working

## Description

Cloud Services Team: We are looking for a skilled Database Administrator with proven experience in designing, implementing, and managing large-scale, high-performance database systems. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, scalability, and security of mission-critical databases across multiple technologies and environments.Challenges that await youArchitect and optimize database infrastructures to support large-scale, high-traffic workloads.Administer and maintain clusters across PostgreSQL Design and operate backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies, ensuring business continuity.Automate operational processes, including scaling, monitoring, and maintenance, using infrastructure-as-code (Terraform,OpenTofu, CloudFormation), Ansible, Gitlab CI.Optimize performance at every layer: schema design, query execution, indexing, caching, and storage.Configure and manage replication and sharding strategies for high availability, fault tolerance, and geo-distribution.Ensure compliance with SOC 2, HIPAA, GDPR, and enforce database security best practices.What makes you a great fit3+ years of hands-on experience as a DBA in production-grade, distributed environments.Deep knowledge of PostgreSQLProven expertise in managing databases across major cloud platforms ( Amazon Web Services , Google Cloud Platform , Azure, Yandex Cloud )Advanced expertise in SQL query tuning, schema optimization, and indexing strategies.Strong experience with replication, partitioning, and clustering in high-availability systems.Proficiency in backup, restore, and failover mechanisms in multi-AZ and multi-region setups.Skills in automation and scripting (Python, Bash, Go).Familiarity with Kubernetes-based deployments(example operator Zalando for PG,Strimzi Kafka) and modern observability stacks (Prometheus, Datadog, AWS CloudWatch).B1 or higher English level for effective communication with an international teamYour bonus skillsExperience with IaC tools (Terraform, OpenTofu, CloudFormation).Our ways of workingInnovative Spirit: A commitment to creativity and groundbreaking solutionsHonest Feedback: valuing open, transparent communicationSupportive Team: a strong, collaborative communityCelebrating Achievements: recognizing our wins togetherHigh-Tech Environment : a team full of smart and revolutionary people who date to challenge the status quo of incumbent financesOur benefitsRelocation support to Mexico, Serbia, Cyprus, Spain, Kazakhstan, Georgia with full visa & permit support to the employee and familyFlexible work from one of our offices or remoteHealthcare CoverageEducation Budget: Language lessons, professional training and certificationsWellness Budget: Mental health and fitness activity reimbursementsVacation policy: 20 days of annual leave and paid sick leave#J-*****-Ljbffr