Database Engineer – SQL Server/PostgreSQL...

Database Engineer - SQL Server/PostgreSQL - Remote For a large engineering customer we are looking for a Database Engineer with SQL Server, PostgreSQL and Azure SQL for a remote contract until the end of the year. You must be able to support Europe or Qatar timezone.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and manage databases in Microsoft SQL Server and PostgreSQL environments.
• Develop and optimize SQL queries, indexes, and execution plans to improve performance.
• Perform database backup, restore, patching, and monitoring activities.
• Support cloud database environments using Azure SQL Database and Azure Database for PostgreSQL.
• Analyze blocking, wait statistics, and performance issues to troubleshoot database problems.
• Assist with database deployments, migrations, and environment rollouts.
• Maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, and performance reports.
• Collaborate with senior DBAs and cross-functional teams.

Skills & Experience

• 7+ years of experience in database administration with SQL Server and PostgreSQL administration and query development.
• Knowledge of indexing, execution plans, and performance tuning.
• Experience with database monitoring, backup/restore, and operational maintenance.
• Understanding of PostgreSQL configuration, monitoring, and basic replication.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation skills.
• Experience with Azure DevOps pipelines for database automation.
• Scripting knowledge such as PowerShell.

If you are interested please apply with your latest CV to chloe.carr@next-ventures.com