Database Engineer - Database as a Service (DBaaS)
$33,600–$55,200 year
On-siteZürich, Zurich, Switzerland or Bratislava, Bratislava Region, Slovakia
Zürich, Zurich, Switzerland or Bratislava, Bratislava Region, SlovakiaOn-siteFull Time$33,600–$55,200 yearEnterprise
Full TimeEnterprise
Job Summary
Database Engineer for DBaaS at Swiss Re, focusing on Oracle and PostgreSQL database platforms, automation, reliability, and modernization across on-premises and cloud environments. You will participate in database engineering, operations, automation, incident resolution, and platform improvements, collaborating with cross-functional teams and contributing to self-service capabilities. The role emphasizes a hands-on,
Required Qualifications
- Experience with Oracle and/or PostgreSQL database administration
- Experience supporting database platforms in enterprise environments
- Good understanding of database performance analysis and SQL tuning
- Experience with high availability, backup, recovery, and operational support activities
- Experience with scripting and automation (Shell/Bash, PL/SQL, Python, or similar)
- Experience working with Linux-based environments
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Attention to detail and quality-oriented mindset
- Hands-on attitude and willingness to continuously learn and improve
- Professional proficiency in English
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with Oracle RAC, Exadata, or Oracle Cloud Infrastructure
- Experience with PostgreSQL administration and operations
- Experience with public cloud platforms (Azure, OCI, AWS)
- Experience with Infrastructure as Code and automation tooling
- Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
- Experience with monitoring and observability platforms
- One or more Oracle or cloud-related certifications
- Interest in AIOps, machine learning, or statistical modelling
- What We Are Looking For
- Someone comfortable working with existing systems and improving them step by step
- A pragmatic mindset focused on practical and sustainable solutions
- Ability to balance technical quality with business needs
- Strong ownership and accountability for delivered work
- A collaborative team player who enjoys sharing knowledge and solving problems together
- Curiosity and willingness to learn new technologies and approaches
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