Junior Database Administrator

We are looking for a Junior Database Administrator to join Aviva Services Excellence Centre (ASEC) and help support the reliability, performance and security of our database platforms.

Responsibilities:

• Supporting the day-to-day operation, reliability and security of database platforms and related infrastructure.
• Monitoring database performance, availability and capacity, proactively identifying and resolving issues.
• Assisting with database deployments, upgrades, migrations, patching and routine maintenance activities.
• Supporting production database environments, including backup, recovery and disaster recovery processes.
• Investigating database incidents and performance issues, working with teams to identify root causes and implement solutions.
• Providing guidance on database design, SQL development and database best practices.
• Supporting automation and continuous improvement initiatives within database administration and operational processes.
• Creating and maintaining technical documentation, operational procedures and database health reports.
• Collaborating with application, infrastructure and platform teams to support service stability and project delivery.
• Continuously developing technical expertise and staying up to date with database technologies and industry best practices.

Requirements:

• Hands-on experience working with PostgreSQL and Amazon Redshift.
• Good understanding of database administration principles, including database design, SQL development and performance optimisation.
• Ability to investigate and resolve database issues, identify potential performance bottlenecks and proactively recommend improvements.
• Experience supporting production database environments, including deployments, backups, recovery activities and routine operational support.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot issues and determine appropriate solutions.
• Ability to work independently, take ownership of tasks and manage priorities effectively.
• Confidence communicating database-related issues, risks and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to understand business and technical requirements, seek clarification when needed and deliver solutions aligned with the original request.
• Good collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across multiple teams.
• A proactive mindset and willingness to continuously develop technical knowledge and share it with others.

Benefits:

• Contract of employment
• Performance Bonus
• Private medical care (ENEL-MED)
• Cafeteria system of benefits (e.g. MultiSport card)
• Additional parent privileges: - baby leave – 6 weeks leave for second parent - shortened working time after parental leave
• Employer-funded group insurance
• Employee Shares Plan
• Extra day off for birthday
• Paid time off to volunteer
• Additional leave acquired over the years in the company (even 5 days more in a year)
• Wellbeing Leave - additional two weeks paid leave after 10 years of service
• Psychological support consultations
• Access to the e-learning platforms
• Internal employee referral program
• Hybrid working model from Poland with a few days in Warsaw office per month
• Attractive office location in Warsaw - Gdański Business Center
• Additional entitlements for people with disabilities - Work Without Barriers
• Work environment that promotes diversity - Diversity Charter