Senior SQL Server Database Administrator

We are Kaizen Gaming

Kaizen Gaming is the leading GameTech company in Greece and one of the fastest-growing in Europe, with the Stoiximan brand in Greece and Cyprus and Betano in Germany, Romania, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Portugal, Brazil, Chile, Peru, Ecuador and Canada. Our aim is to leverage cutting-edge Technology in order to provide the optimum experience to those who trust us for their entertainment.

Let’s start with the team & role

The team:

Our Database team is responsible for the smooth operation and data quality of all databases in Betano & Stoiximan. We are one of the chapters of the company’s IT division, consisting of a number of Database Developers and Administrators ensuring that all critical database instances are active, perform well and never fail. Working on very large databases with millions of transactions per second is a challenge on its own; at the same time, we challenge ourselves to deliver databases with advanced design, excellent performance, and safety.

The role:

We are looking for a motivated MS SQL Database Administrator to join our team and use her/his passion for MS SQL Server to monitor, maintain and further develop database architectures for all production applications of Betano & Stoiximan. The ideal candidate should be able to work independently and understand the importance of database integrity in terms of efficiency, performance and security.

Main responsibilities:

• Day-to-day support, monitoring, troubleshooting and administration of several MS SQL
• databases;
• Resolve performance issues and conduct root cause analysis;
• Run regular batch processes/jobs for database maintenance, performance tuning and other dba tasks;
• Establish and maintain backup and recovery policies/procedures;
• Apply security patching and conduct version upgrade;
• Ensure database security best practice is met;
• Respond to issues and support calls, including security incidents;
• Deliver results in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment that requires the ability to handle multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.

Requirements:

• 4+ years hands-on production experience on MS SQL Server Database Administration;
• Experience in supporting MS SQL Server database elements, including: Jobs Scheduling, Monitoring, Patching, Backup/Recovery, Replication, Availability Groups and Always On;
• Experience in MS SQL Server Database Performance Tuning and Query Optimization techniques;
• An excellent understanding and knowledge of MS SQL Server Database Development and T-SQL programming;
• Fluent in English, both oral and written;
• Strong skills in teamwork, communication, analytical thinking and problem solving;
• Strong desire to keep learning and coaching the more junior colleagues.

Kaizen Gaming Perks

🕑 We offer both work from the office (hybrid model) & remote working options.
🏃 A buddy will support you with your onboarding.
💸Competitive salary package and bonus scheme.
👩‍⚕️ Health and life insurance for you and your family.
📚 Unlimited access to Udemy & continuous training for all your learning and development needs.
💰 Monthly allowance for lunch & commuting expenses.
💻Nice rigs - 2.5K monitor, latest i7, tons of RAM, fast SSD.
⭐Clear career paths & a developmental 360° feedback framework.
✈️ Relocation package and "Brain Gain" relocation bonus for Greek expats.

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