SENIOR SQL SERVER ENGINEER

Company Description Hello! We're Teya.
Teya is a payment and software service provider, headquartered in London serving small, local businesses across Europe.
Founded in , we build easy to use, integrated tools that enable our members to accept payments and boost business performance.
At Teya we believe small, local businesses are the lifeblood of our communities.
We’re here because we don’t believe there’s a level playing field that gives small businesses with a fighting chance against the giants of the high street.
We’re here because we see banks and legacy service providers making things harder for them.
We don’t think the best technology or the best service should be reserved for those with the biggest headquarters.
We’re here to fight for a future where small, local businesses can thrive, and to commit the same dedication they offer all of us.
Become a part of our story.
We’re looking for exceptional talent to join our mission.
We offer a chance to create impact in a high-energy and connected culture, while benefiting from continuous learning opportunities, a supportive community which is proud to serve our mission, and comprehensive benefits.
Job Description As an experienced SQL Server Specialist, you will administer, support, and optimise Microsoft SQL Server databases on-premises and in the cloud.
You will ensure our database systems' health, performance, security, and reliability while collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and implement innovative database solutions.
Database Administration & Maintenance Administer, maintain, and troubleshoot Microsoft SQL Server databases to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
Monitor database performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement tuning measures to enhance efficiency.
Plan and execute database upgrades, patches, and migrations while minimizing downtime.
Always On High Availability & Disaster Recovery Design, implement, and maintain SQL Server Always On Availability Groups for high availability and disaster recovery.
Monitor and manage Always On configurations to ensure seamless failover and data replication.
Conduct periodic failover testing to validate the reliability of high-availability solutions.
Database Design & Deployment Design, deploy, and manage SQL Server databases on-premises and in cloud environments.
Collaborate with development, network, and infrastructure teams to architect scalable database solutions.
Ensure database designs align with best practices for security, performance, and scalability.
Backup, Recovery, & High Availability Develop and manage backup and recovery strategies to safeguard data integrity.
Implement and maintain disaster recovery plans, integrating Always On solutions for maximum resilience.
Ensure databases adhere to organizational Service Level Agreements (SLAs) for uptime and availability.
Security & Compliance Manage database security, including user permissions, encryption, and auditing.
Enforce compliance with organizational and regulatory standards for data privacy and protection.
Conduct regular security assessments and proactively address vulnerabilities.
Collaboration & Support Work closely with software developers to optimize database queries and enforce best practices in database usage.
Provide technical support for database-related issues and guide teams in troubleshooting complex problems.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate database solutions into broader IT systems.
Qualifications Qualifications.
Experience as a SQL Server Database Administrator.
Strong knowledge of database architecture, performance tuning, and optimization techniques.
Hands-on experience with backup, recovery, and high availability strategies.
Familiarity with SQL Server security best practices, including encryption and role-based access control.
Proficiency in scripting and automation for database administration (e.
., PowerShell, Shell Script, T-SQL, Python or Golang).
Knowledge of observability stacks like Prometheus, Loki and Jira Alerts.
Knowledge of Windows operating systems.
Experience working in Agile and SRE environments is a plus.
Skills & Competencies.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
Detail-oriented with a focus on database integrity and reliability.
Additional Information The Perks We trust you, so we offer flexible working hours, as long it suits both you and your team; Health Insurance; Meal Allowance; 25 days of Annual leave (+ Bank holidays); Public Transportation Card; Frequent team events & activities in the office and outside; Office snacks every day; Friendly, comfortable and informal office environment.
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