Senior Database Engineer 80 to 100 Percent

Company Description ## Shape the future of mission-critical data platforms For a leading Swiss company with a highly available and technologically sophisticated IT infrastructure, we are looking for an experienced personality as a Senior Database Engineer. In this key role, you are responsible for central data platforms, drive their further development, and work on solutions that are of central importance for the daily operation and the digital future of the company. You take on technical responsibility, actively help shape architectures, and are an important sparring partner for specialist departments, projects, and IT teams. Job Description ## \- You are responsible for the design, engineering, and operation of central data platforms based on Microsoft SQL Server, MariaDB, and Oracle, including monitoring and lifecycle management. - You develop solid system architectures and technical solution designs and define the resources required for them. - You lead technical projects and further developments and ensure their successful implementation with regard to quality, deadlines, and budget. - You advise internal stakeholders on architecture, security, performance, and operational issues surrounding the database landscape. - You analyze existing environments and ensure their continuous optimization and modernization. - You work closely with internal and external partners and ensure stable, secure, and highly available operation. - You support the team with your open and solution-oriented manner and actively contribute to positive cooperation. - Together with the team, you take on the on-call service for the managed platforms. - If required, you also contribute to integration projects with Kafka and IBM webMethods ESB. Further information can be obtained from Hans Eugster at 058 300 71 27. We expect ## • Completed higher education in computer science, systems engineering, or a comparable field at HF, FH, or higher level. • Several years of experience in the construction, operation, and further development of highly available Microsoft SQL Server environments. • Sound knowledge in the areas of AlwaysOn, performance tuning, security, upgrades, and disaster recovery. • Practical experience with T SQL and PowerShell. • Knowledge in the environment of MySQL, MariaDB, or Oracle is an advantage. • Experience with Azure SQL Database and Azure SQL Managed Instance. • Interest in modern data architectures and integration solutions. • Analytical mindset, independent way of working, and high quality orientation. • Very good German skills as well as good English skills. We offer ## \- Responsibility for mission-critical data platforms in a modern enterprise environment. - Demanding technical challenges with high visibility and direct influence on corporate success. - Opportunity to actively help shape architectures, standards, and future topics. - Collaboration with experienced specialists in a professional environment. - Room for professional and personal development. - Modern technologies as well as a long-term perspective in a stable company. - Flexible working models and contemporary employment conditions. - Ready for the next career step? Call me without obligation. In a short conversation, we will clarify whether the position matches your expectations. Or send your CV with work certificates and diplomas via e-mail to h.eugster (at) team.jobs. Of course, we will treat your application confidentially. Zürich (8005 Zürich) Your contact person ### Hans Eugster \+41 58 300 71 27 h.eugster@team.jobs Ad No. ihgzxp online since 10.08.2026