Remote

Senior SQL Server Database Administrator

IT, Dados & TelecomEngenhariaITSénior

€30k–€36k / ano

Back to Open Positions Senior SQL Server Database Administrator SQL Server | T-SQL | Azure SQL | PowerShell / dbatools | Always On We are looking for an experienced SQL Server Database Administrator to join and extend an in-house infrastructure DBA team. You will mainly take on business-as-usual (BAU) database operations so that permanent staff can focus on project work. This is a hands-on, all-round DBA role covering administration, configuration, performance tuning and stored procedure work. You'll work across SQL Server estates hosted on VMware and in Azure. The team works in highly technical areas where the next line of support is the vendor, so strong self-sufficiency, clear communication and disciplined governance are essential. This is a 100% remote role based in Portugal. 5+ years Remote Portugal €30,000–€36,000 gross per year Salary Range* Job No. 914

Key Responsibilities

Provide full, all-round administration of SQL Server across on-premises VMware and Azure Cloud environments. Install, configure, patch and maintain SQL Server instances and databases. Automate most repetitive work. Develop, review and optimise stored procedures, queries and indexes, resolving performance issues where

required

. Manage backup, restore, security, access controls and database health in line with client standards. Act as a technical escalation point within the team, working with vendors when issues go beyond internal support.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Required 5+ years of strong, hands-on experience as a SQL Server DBA, covering administration, configuration and performance tuning. SQL Server experience in both VMware-virtualised and Azure Cloud environments, such as Azure SQL and SQL Server on Azure VMs. HA/DR expertise, including Always On Availability Groups, Failover Cluster Instances (FCIs), log shipping, geo-replication, and backup and restore testing. Practical understanding of SRE principles, including SLIs/SLOs, toil reduction, root cause analysis (RCA) and post-incident review. Good T-SQL skills, including writing, troubleshooting and optimising stored procedures. Scripting and automation skills with PowerShell/dbatools, T-SQL and Python. Experience with ITSM processes, including incident, service request and change management, with Change Advisory Board (CAB) participation. Experience using Azure DevOps (ADO) Boards for task tracking and delivery. Good documentation skills, for example in Confluence. Excellent communication skills, with confidence managing incidents and changes with technical and business stakeholders. Experience handling sensitive or personally identifiable information (PII) and following data protection controls such as GDPR and DPIA.

Nice to Have

Azure and data integration skills are secondary to the core SQL Server DBA skill set. Redgate tooling, such as SQL Monitor and SQL Change Automation / Flyway. Azure Monitor and Log Analytics. Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse Analytics, and general ETL/batch experience. Microsoft Dynamics data flows and integrations. Database CI/CD with Azure DevOps pipelines. Infrastructure as Code exposure with Bicep or Terraform. Azure cost optimisation (FinOps) for data platforms.

Qualifications

No mandatory qualifications were provided. The following certifications are desirable: Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate (DP-300) Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) VMware Certified Professional (VCP) ITIL Foundation SRE Foundation

Salary & Benefits

Gross annual salary: €30,000–€36,000, depending on experience and suitability for the role. Meal allowance. Flexible benefits package. Extra day off on your birthday. One additional day off on either 24 December or 31 December. posted October 6, 2026 Salary ranges shown are indicative. Final compensation is determined by experience, seniority, profile fit, and the scope of responsibilities involved. Apply to this position Take the next step in your career— apply now and be part of something extraordinary . Fields marked by an asterisk () are required to submit this form Name* Email* Phone number Please include your country code. Resume* Please upload your resume in PDF, DOC, or DOCX format, with a maximum file size of 5MB. Why would you like to work with us? Please confirm your current country and city/region of residence* Based on the location requirements mentioned in the job advert, please select the option that best applies to you:* Select I meet the requirement I can commute I would relocate I don't meet the requirement I'm not sure I agree to the Terms and Conditions [hidden page-title default:"[_post_title] "] This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.