Database Administrator (MS SQL DBA)

We are seeking a Database Administrator to join our 24x7 follow-the-sun operations team, ensuring stable and efficient day-to-day operations of MS SQL Server databases across production and non-production environments. The role focuses on maintaining database availability, performance, security and reliability while handling L2-level incidents, service requests, health checks and routine maintenance tasks. Occasional weekend and rare holiday coverage is required, typically once per month.

This position offers hybrid setup with the flexibility to work from any location in Lithuania, whether it's your home or our dynamic offices in Vilnius and Kaunas.

• Monitor SQL Server database performance, availability, space usage and scheduled jobs (SQL Agent Jobs)
• Respond to alerts, troubleshoot L2-level incidents and escalate critical issues when needed
• Manage user access, roles, permissions and support audit/compliance requirements
• Support installation, configuration, database creation, restoration and refresh activities
• Perform regular backup checks and assist with restore tests and DR exercises
• Help developers with database object creation (tables, indexes, stored procedures, views)
• Analyze slow-running queries using execution plans and basic performance tools
• Maintain operational documents including SOPs, runbooks and configuration records
• Assist with deployments, release validations and implementing DB changes
• Contribute to automation initiatives and suggest operational improvements
• Provide 247 rotational on-call support as required

• 4 6 years of hands-on experience as an MS SQL DBA
• Understanding of MS SQL Server architecture, storage structures and indexing
• Experience with backup/restore using native SQL Server backups (full/diff/log)
• Knowledge of SQL Agent jobs, Alerts and basic performance tuning using DMVs
• Familiarity with AlwaysOn basics (read-only routing, health monitoring)
• Working knowledge of T-SQL and basic scripting
• Skills in basic Windows Server administration
• Basic knowledge of at least one RDBMS: Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL or MongoDB
• Strong analytical and communication skills

Nice to have

• Exposure to AlwaysOn Availability Groups and Failover Cluster Instances
• Background in patching, cumulative updates and upgrade activities
• Familiarity with monitoring tools (SolarWinds, SCOM, Dynatrace, Redgate)
• Experience with cloud database services (Azure SQL DB, Azure Managed Instance, AWS RDS for SQL Server, GCP)
• Proficiency in scripting with PowerShell for automation
• Microsoft MCSA/MCSE or DP-series

• Engineering Heritage: Best-in-class experts sharing a culture of engineering excellence and tackling complex engineering challenges for over 30 years
• Advanced Tech Stack: Innovative projects where you can apply or enhance your expertise in Cloud, Data, AI, and other emerging technologies
• World-Class Clients: Work closely with 340+ of the Forbes Global 2000 on creating disruptive solutions that make a global impact
• Professional Growth: Exceptional support for career development with comprehensive resources for upskilling or reskilling in pioneering practices
• GenAI Community: Strong AI competencies with 600+ experts across 55+ locations driving GenAI-enabled transformation journeys
• Entrepreneurial Culture: If you're passionate and dedicated to improving business transformation, we provide the support you need to bring your ideas to life
• Hybrid Setup: The flexibility to work from any location in Lithuania, whether it's your home or our dynamic offices in Vilnius and Kaunas
• Other Benefits: Additional vacation and trust days, private health insurance, Employee Stock Purchase Plan and more