JUNIOR DATABASE TECHNICIAN

at  Stena Metall AB

DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO BE OUR NEXT SQL DBA SPECIALIST, AND MORE?

Are you ready to take your IT career to the next level? We are now seeking a motivated and ambitious technician to join our dynamic team as a junior SQL Database Administrator.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals who will train and educate you to become our next DBA specialist. You will be a part of our Solution Center where you will learn and grow. To succeed in this role, we are looking for someone who is not only enthusiastic about databases, but also eager to develop their skills in other areas.
By joining our Platform & Infrastructure Services department you will be a part of our exciting journey towards innovation and growth. At our company, we value curiosity, courage and a willingness to learn. Take the next step in your career and become our next DBA specialist!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Database Management: Install, configure, and upgrade MS SQL databases. Monitor and optimize performance to ensure efficient operation and conduct regular backup and recovery procedures.
• Technical Support: Provide support for database-related issues, ensuring quick resolution of incidents and service requests.
• Business Project Involvement: When ready, act as one of our DBA experts in various business projects
• Security and Integrity: Implement and maintain security measures to protect databases from unauthorized access and potential threats. Manage user permissions and ensure data integrity.
• Performance Optimization: Analyze and optimize database queries and configurations to improve performance and reliability. Monitor database load and address performance bottlenecks.
• Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing: Work closely with other IT team members, sharing your knowledge and learning from others. Promote a collaborative and innovative team environment.
• Continuous Learning: Stay updated with the latest trends in database technologies and IT security threats. Research and evaluate new tools and techniques to enhance database operations and performance.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ROLE:

• Experience in SQL database administration
• Experience from 2nd line support work or work within an IT-operation team.
• Academic degree from educations within IT, or equivalent work experience within IT.
• Strong communication skills to be able to present and discuss technical information effectively with various stakeholders.
• Experience with server management or other IT operations functions such as automation is a plus.
• Fluent in speaking and writing in English and Swedish.