Database Administrator/Data Modeler

CAPCO POLAND

*This is the hybrid position - 2 days per week from Kraków office* 

Joining Capco means joining an organisation that is committed to an inclusive working environment where you’re encouraged to #BeYourselfAtWork. We celebrate individuality and recognize that diversity and inclusion, in all forms, is critical to success. It’s important to us that we recruit and develop as diverse a range of talent as we can and we believe that everyone brings something different to the table – so we’d love to know what makes you different. Such differences may mean we need to make changes to our process to allow you the best possible platform to succeed, and we are happy to cater to any reasonable adjustments you may require. You will find the section to let us know of these at the bottom of your application form or you can mention it directly to your recruiter at any stage and they will be happy to help.

Capco Poland is a leading global technology and management consultancy, dedicated to driving digital transformation across the financial services industry. Our passion lies in helping our clients navigate the complexities of the financial world, and our expertise spans banking and payments, capital markets, wealth, and asset management. We pride ourselves on maintaining a nimble, agile, and entrepreneurial culture, and we are committed to growing our business by hiring top talent.

We also are:

• Experts in banking and payments, capital markets, wealth and asset management
• Focused on maintaining our nimble, agile, and entrepreneurial culture
• Committed to growing our business and hiring the best talent to help us get there

ROLE OVERVIEW: 

 We are looking for a skilled Database Administrator (DBA) to manage, optimize, and maintain our database systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in database management, performance tuning, and security, ensuring high availability and efficiency of critical data infrastructure. Experience in IT environments, preferably within financial services, banking, or corporate and investment banking (CIB), is highly desirable. The candidate should also be proficient in reading and writing UML (Unified Modeling Language) and ERD (Entity-Relationship Diagrams) to effectively design and document database structures.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Install, configure, and maintain database systems (SQL, NoSQL, or other relevant technologies).
• Monitor database performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize queries for efficiency.
• Implement security measures, backup strategies, and disaster recovery plans to safeguard data.
• Work closely with development and operations teams to ensure seamless database integration and performance tuning.
• Manage user access controls, permissions, and database policies to maintain data integrity and compliance.
• Design and implement solutions for database scalability, high availability, and replication.
• Conduct database migrations, upgrades, and patch management as needed.
• Maintain documentation of database structures, processes, and best practices.
• Read and write UML and ERD diagrams to design, document, and communicate database structures effectively.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong experience with relational and non-relational databases (e.g., SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
• Proficiency in performance tuning, indexing, and query optimization.
• Experience with database security, encryption, and compliance standards (GDPR, ISO, etc.).
• Ability to read and create UML and ERD diagrams for database design and documentation.
• Knowledge of cloud database solutions (AWS RDS, Azure SQL, Google Cloud, etc.) is a plus.
• Experience working with large-scale enterprise environments and financial industry databases is advantageous.
• Familiarity with scripting languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell) for automation.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field.
• Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate, Oracle Certified Professional (OCP), AWS Certified Database – Specialty are a plus.

WHY WORTH JOINING US:

• Employment contract and/or Business to Business as you prefer
• Hybrid work
• Speaking English on a daily basis, mainly in contact with foreign stakeholders and peers
• Multiple employee benefits packages (MyBenefit Cafeteria, private medical care, insurance)
• Access to 3,000+ Business Courses Platform (Udemy)
• Access to required IT equipment
• Ongoing learning opportunities to help you acquire new skills or deepen existing expertise
• Being part of the core squad focused on the growth of the Polish business unit
• A flat, non-hierarchical structure that will enable you to work with senior partners and directly with clients
• A work culture focused on innovation and creating lasting value for our clients and employees

ONLINE RECRUITMENT PROCESS STEPS:

• Screening call with the Recruiter
• Competencies interview with Capco Hiring Manager
• Client’s interview
• Feedback/Offer