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The client / the project

As part of a long-term “lift and shift” migration project, we are looking for an experienced SQL Database Administrator to support the migration of an Informix database to either an Oracle or MS SQL environment, along with the conversion of Informix 4GL programs to Java. This role will ensure that the existing database structure, program logic, frontend applications, and business processes remain unchanged, except where technical adjustments are necessary. The SQL DBA will be responsible for performing administrative and development tasks related to database management, setting up development and testing environments, preparing data, contributing to the evaluation and selection of the target database platform, supporting the test automation team, and providing critical data access and support to both internal and external developers and testers.

Responsibilities

• Support data migration: data extraction from Informix, data loading, development of automation processes.
• Support database selection: identify pros and cons, develop evaluation methodology.
• Install, configure, and maintain SQL databases.
• Develop database monitoring processes.
• Monitor and optimize database performance.
• Identify and resolve database issues.
• Create and maintain documentation (configurations, maintenance, security procedures, etc.).
• Support developers, operators, and automated testers at Merkantil.
• Develop and test recovery plans.
• Develop and integrate backup strategies into the banking environment.
• Integrate Oracle/MS SQL release management into banking processes.
• Database hardening.
• Log analysis.
• Access control and permission management.
• Knowledge transfer/training (for internal DB operators).

Technologies / Skills

• 5+ years of DBA experience with Oracle and MS SQL.
• Hands-on experience with Oracle and MS SQL performance and monitoring tools.
• Advanced knowledge/use of SQL scripts.
• Experience in a banking environment.
• Proven experience in complex data migration projects.
• Familiarity with supporting automated testing environments and teams.
• Skilled in diagnosing and optimizing database performance and resource usage.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Advantages

• Informix DBA experience is a plus.

Why join us

• Work in a small team with enthusiastic, motivated, experienced colleagues and cutting edge technologies.
• Participate in relevant training and certification to acquire and maintain the knowledge to be effective.
• Our mission and core values match your own and motivate you.
• Great company environment that is serious about having fun in almost everything we do, including frequent team events and more.
• Informal, entrepreneurial and flexible atmosphere where thinking out-of-the-box is highly encouraged.