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Hunter Douglas is searching for an experienced Microsoft SQL Server DBA to join the EMEA IT team. In this hands‑on, strategic role, you’ll ensure the performance, security, and reliability of mission‑critical databases, while helping to shape the future of the database landscape across the region. You’ll work closely with developers, infrastructure engineers, business analysts, and IT leadership across EMEA.
Job Responsibility:
Design, configure, and manage Microsoft SQL Server and Azure SQL environments
Implement HA/DR, replication, and automation using PowerShell, T-SQL, and DevOps pipelines
Lead performance tuning, indexing strategies, and query optimisation
Enforce database security, encryption, auditing, and regulatory compliance (GDPR, ISO27001)
Define, test, and execute backup and recovery strategies
Act as SME in projects, supporting DevOps and CI/CD practices
Maintain documentation and promote database best practices
mentor junior team members
Requirements:
Degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field
Significant hands‑on SQL Server DBA experience
Strong experience across on‑prem and cloud SQL (Azure/AWS)
Deep knowledge of SQL Server 2016+, Azure SQL, T‑SQL, SSIS/SSRS, and PowerShell
Familiar with monitoring tools (Redgate, SolarWinds, SQL Sentry) and IaC/automation
Skilled in performance tuning, indexing, partitioning, and optimisation
Strong analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills
Able to work independently and collaborate across multiple time zones
Leadership mindset with the ability to influence without authority
Nice to have:
Microsoft Azure Database Administrator certification
Experience with Azure Data Factory, Synapse, or AWS RDS
Exposure to agile and DevOps practices
What we offer:
competitive and robust total compensation and benefit packages
inclusive workplace where every colleague feels valued, supported, and empowered to be their true self