Senior Database Administrator

<p><strong>About Atos Group</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>Atos Group is a global leader in digital transformation with c. 70,000 employees and annual revenue of c. € 10 billion, operating in 67 countries under two brands — Atos for services and Eviden for products. European number one in cybersecurity, cloud and high-performance computing, Atos Group is committed to a secure and decarbonized future and provides tailored AI-powered, end-to-end solutions for all industries. Atos is a SE (Societas Europaea) and listed on Euronext Paris.</p> <p> </p> <p>The <a href="https://atos.net/en/raison-detre">purpose of Atos</a> is to help design the future of the information space. Its expertise and services support the development of knowledge, education and research in a multicultural approach and contribute to the development of scientific and technological excellence. Across the world, the Group enables its customers and employees, and members of societies at large to live, work and develop sustainably, in a safe and secure information space.</p><p><span><br/><span>About the Role</span></span></p> <p><br/><span>We are looking for an experienced <span>Senior Database Administrator</span> to join our growing technology team. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining, developing, and optimizing both <span>relational and non-relational</span> database environments. You will play a key part in ensuring <span>data availability, performance, and security</span>, as well as supporting <span>database migrations</span> and <span>high-availability environments</span>.</span></p> <p><span>This position is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, optimizing systems, and contributing to strategic infrastructure initiatives.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span>Key Responsibilities<br/><br/></span></p> <ul type="disc"> <li><span>Manage the full database lifecycle - creation, configuration, maintenance, backup, and recovery.</span></li> <li><span>Troubleshoot and resolve <span>SQL Server </span>performance issues, replication delays, and failover events.</span></li> <li><span>Deploy and configure <span>SSIS</span> and <span>SSRS</span> packages, including security and permissions.</span></li> <li><span>Provide user and application support for database-related requirements.</span></li> <li><span>Ensure <span>data security, access control</span>, and <span>compliance</span> with company standards.</span></li> <li><span>Maintain <span>database integrity, standards</span>, and <span>high availability</span> environments.</span></li> <li><span>Collaborate closely with clients, internal stakeholders to deliver robust database solutions.</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span>Required Skills and Experience<br/><br/></span></p> <ul type="disc"> <li><span>Proven hands-on experience with <span>SQL Server (2016 or newer)</span> administration and maintenance.</span></li> <li><span>Strong knowledge of <span>high availability and disaster recovery (HADR)</span> solutions such as: </span></li> <ul type="circle"> <li><span>Always On Availability Groups</span></li> <li><span>Log Shipping</span></li> <li><span>Replication</span></li> </ul> <li><span>Advanced <span>troubleshooting</span> skills for performance, latency, and failover issues.</span></li> <li><span>Expertise in <span>backup/restore strategies</span>, monitoring, and operational best practices.</span></li> <li><span>Solid understanding of <span>database security management</span>.</span></li> <li><span>Strong experience in <span>performance tuning, query optimization</span>, and <span>indexing</span>.</span></li> <li><span>Experience implementing <span>monitoring, tracing, and auditing</span> mechanisms.</span></li> <li><span>Proficiency in <span>PowerShell</span> and <span>T-SQL</span> scripting.</span></li> <li><span>Working knowledge of <span>Windows Server</span> environments.</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span>Nice to Have<br/><br/></span></p> <ul type="disc"> <li><span>Interest or experience in <span>Cloud</span> and <span>DevOps</span> infrastructure.</span></li> <li><span>Familiarity with <span>DevOps practices</span> and automation tools.</span></li> <li><span>Experience with <span>Azure SQL</span> and related cloud database technologies.</span></li> <li><span>Experience with <span>PostgreSQL</span></span></li> <li><span>Knowledge of<span> <strong>DBATools</strong> </span>or similar administrative frameworks.<br/><br/></span></li> </ul> <p><span><strong>Rewards and benefits:<br/><br/></strong></span></p> <ul> <li><span>Wellbeing programs &amp; work-life balance - integration and passion sharing events</span></li> <li><span>Private medical and dental care</span></li> <li><span>Benefits platform – shopping, cinema, sport etc.</span></li> <li><span>Co-funding of sport activities, e.g. Multisport &amp; OK system cards, b-active program</span></li> <li><span>Courses and certifications e.g. Google Cloud, AWS, ITIL</span></li> <li><span>Conferences and Expert Co