Database Administrator

Porto, Portugal - Remote
UTC +00:00
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Permanent
DevOps / Sysadmin
At least 3 years of experience - Intermediate
Requires work permit
**Language(s)**: Required English
- Nice to have Portuguese
SKILLS

**Must have**:
SQL
Cloud Computing
DBA

**Other Required**:
MongoDB
NoSQL
MariaDB
Data-analysis
DESCRIPTION

ABOUT US
Hostelworld Group PLC is a ground-breaking social network powered OTA focused on the hostel market, with a clear mission to help travellers find people to hang out with.

Founded in 1999, we’re a well-known trusted brand with 240 teammates across 11 countries; hostel partners in 180 countries; and a strong commitment to building a better world in all that we do.

LOCATION
This role is based in Portugal. We have an co-working space in Porto for those who prefer a hybrid model where you can spend time with colleagues in-person. If necessary, the role can be remote within Portugal with coming together for team meetings as needed.

WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH ‍ ‍
We are looking for a skilled Cloud Database Administrator (DBA) to join our team and help us ensure the timely, accurate, and secure production and delivery of data. You will work closely with a dedicated team of software engineers and data professionals to refine quality standards and processes for data processing architecture design, pipeline design, development, and deployment.

WHAT YOU'LL DO ‍
Collaborate with a team of software engineers and data professionals to design, develop, and deploy data processing pipelines.
Ensure the performance, integrity, and security of the database environment.
Write and maintain database documentation.
Contribute to technical decisions about databases and schemas.
Continuously improve processes and implement effective monitoring as needed

**REQUIREMENTS**:
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
3+ years Experience working as a DBA for high transaction volume customer-facing platforms.
1+ years Experience working in a cloud environment (e.g., Google Cloud Platform).
SQL and NoSQL Knowledge
Proficient in writing SQL queries for relational data management in MariaDB
Experience with MariaDB replication and high availability configurations.
Understanding of NoSQL query languages like MongoDB Query Language (MQL) for document-oriented data manipulation.
Ability to take ownership of work and deliver key project outcomes.
Some experience with scripting languages or cloud automation tools (e.g., Python; terraform; ansible) for automating database tasks
Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment, particularly with software engineers and data professionals.
A passion for data and a strong desire to learn new technologies, especially cloud-based database solutions and development environments.
A commitment to quality and a focus on continuous improvement, with a keen eye for identifying and resolving database performance bottlenecks through code optimization and automation.

PERKS

WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive salary & benefits
Enhanced annual leave plus 3 Wellbeing Days per year
Paid family leave (maternity, paternity, surrogacy & adoption)
Agile working (plus a Working from Abroad Policy)
Support for your ongoing growth & development
Inclusive people policies (sickness, menopause, compassionate and fertility leave)
A chance to give back to your local community with 5 paid volunteering days

REMOTE DETAILS

We have a co-working office in Porto for those who prefer to work in a hybrid way. Other team members work remotely, coming together for team meetings and in-person collaboration when needed.