System Analyst Database Administration

Department:

Information Technology

Reports To:

Manager Global IT Operations

About TVARIT

TVARIT GmbH specializes in developing and delivering cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) solutions for the metal industry, including steel, aluminum, copper, cast iron, and more. Our software products empower customers to make intelligent, data-driven decisions, driving advancements in Predictive Quality (PsQ), Predictive Maintenance (PdM), and Energy Consumption Reduction (PsE), etc.

With a strong portfolio of renowned reference customers, state-of-the-art technology, a talented research team from prestigious universities, and recognition through esteemed awards such as the EU Horizon 2020 AI Prize, TVARIT is recognized as one of the most innovative AI companies in Germany and Europe.We are seeking a self-motivated individual with a positive "can-do" attitude and excellent oral and written communication skills in English to join our team.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, build and implement database systems in both on premise and cloud based environments in coordination with IT Infrastructure & Operations and Application teams.
• Provide enterprise-wide second level / Subject Matter Expert support for all MS SQL and Oracle database instances.
• Leverage, maintain and optimize database monitoring platform.
• Monitor database instances including availability, capacity and performance and address any deviations from standard operating parameters proactively.
• Optimize configuration and performance of database products according to vendor best practices.
• Implement changes and apply patches and version upgrades. Perform research and maintain working knowledge of vendor requirements and compatibility / security issues.
• Coordinate database maintenance tasks with Field Support, application owners and business customers / users avoiding any impact to business operations.
• Consolidate and migrate existing database instances to centralized environment / regional clusters.
• Determine, document and enforce database policies, procedures and global standards.
• Coordinate work with IT Architecture group and participate in IT systems implementation projects.
• Monitor and maintain database security and access permissions in accordance with relevant global IT policies.
• Setup and monitor database backups on a day-to-day basis using companys standard backup systems.
• Follow ITIL processes and process / document work in IT Service Management system.

Desired Skills and Qualifications

Education Level:

Min. Bachelor degree in Computer Science

Professional Registrations and Certifications:

Microsoft SQL Server and/or Oracle DBA Certification is desirable; SAP HANA certification is a plus.

Language Requirements:

Business fluent English; German or Brazilian Portuguese is a plus.

Experience

Years of Experience:

Min. 5 years experience in comparable enterprise level Database Administration roles of a global multinational Manufacturing company.

• Proven working experience as a Database Administrator with SQL and Oracle products.
• Operating knowledge of SAP HANA database deployments.
• Excellent knowledge of database backup, recovery, security and integrity.
• Experience with SQL / database deployments in cloud environments (Azure, AWS).
• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server Operating Systems and Active Directory.
• Experience with Unix/Linux OS based database deployments.
• Writing design, system and business documentation.
• Design and operation of high-availability environments incl. clustering, etc.
• Administration of virtualization platforms incl. VMWare and others.

Skills / Competencies

• Achieving results
• Communication
• Initiative & Energy
• Living the Maxion Values
• Planning & Organizing
• Coaching & Development Others
• Collaboration & Teamwork
• Effective Decision-making
• Influencing
• Business Acumen
• Change and Innovation
• Customer Focus

Core Skills:

• Strong oral and written communication skills in English language
• Demonstrated problem determination, analysis and resolution skills
• Excellent organization, coordination and prioritization skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Organizational agility
• Negotiation skills
• Analytical skills
• Presentation skills
• Project management skills

Working Conditions

• Travel Frequency: Very limited; might be required for project assignments.
• Office environment with appropriate office equipment, electronic systems (hardware & software) to effectively accomplish required work assignments and management of function.