Senior Database Administrator

Xsolla · Berlin, Germanysenior

In short

▸Administrador de bases de datos senior encargado de RDBMS y NoSQL en entornos bare-metal y VM.
▸Optimiza rendimiento, alta disponibilidad, replicación y recuperación ante desastres con herramientas como Terraform y Puppet.
▸Destaca por gestionar infraestructura crítica para desarrolladores de juegos en un entorno global y escalable.

English language proficiency at B2 level or higher

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What they ask for

✓5+ años como DBA
✓Experiencia experta en MySQL o PostgreSQL
✓Conocimiento sólido de SQL (DDL, DML, DCL)
✓Experiencia con AWS o GCP
✓Habilidades avanzadas en Linux
✓Idioma inglés B2 o superior

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ABOUT YOU The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing RDBMS and NoSQL solutions, optimizing performance, implementing replication and high availability, and providing support to development teams. ABOUT US Xsolla is a global commerce company with robust tools and services to help developers solve the inherent challenges of the video game industry. From indie to AAA, companies partner with Xsolla to help them fund, distribute, market, and monetize their games. Grounded in the belief in the future of video games, Xsolla is resolute in the mission to bring opportunities together, and continually make new resources available to creators. Headquartered and incorporated in Los Angeles, California, Xsolla operates as the merchant of record and has helped over 1,500+ game developers to reach more players and grow their businesses around the world. With more paths to profits and ways to win, developers have all the things needed to enjoy the game. com . Responsibilities Manage RDBMS and NoSQL solutions Ensure database performance, scalability, high availability, and disaster recovery across environments deployed on bare-metal servers and virtual machines Implement and manage replication сhains, partitioning / sharding, backups Assist development teams in creating, optimizing, and problem solving with RDBMS and NoSQL solutions Troubleshooting Drive automation using Terraform, Puppet, and custom tooling for infrastructure and database lifecycle management Qualifications 5+ years of experience as a Database Administrator Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Technology, or a related field of study Expert-level experience with at least one of MySQL, PostgreSQL Familiarity with other RDBMS or NoSQL solutions Strong knowledge of SQL (DDL, DML, DCL) Experience with AWS or GCP cloud platforms Proficiency in Linux Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities English language proficiency at B2 level or higher A plus if: Experience in scripting, automation, and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, Puppet, Bash/Python) Team management experience Familiarity with observability tools like Datadog, Prometheus, Grafana, or Zabbix Benefits We are passionate about fostering a supportive environment for our team, so we prioritize the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of our employees through a comprehensive Benefits Program. This includes unlimited Flexible Time Off, Gym membership, monthly train ticket and a personalized career roadmap for each employee. By investing in professional development through training and educational opportunities, we ensure that our team thrives both personally and professionally. Together, we’re not just building a business; we’re cultivating a community that values creativity, collaboration, and the transformative power of play. The duties and responsibilities of this position may evolve over time to support the organization’s goals and individual growth. This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work being performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required. By submitting your application, you consent to Xsolla conducting background checks, where permitted by law, after the final interview stage. All checks will comply with local regulations, and your information will be handled confidentially. Xsolla takes your privacy seriously and will not sell or externally distribute any personal data received during the hiring process. In accordance with applicable data protection laws, Xsolla is committed to protecting your personal information and respecting your privacy.

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