DBA Specialist

## Who we are\n\nVOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology \u0026 Transformation. \nAs the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next-generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth. With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other Telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient. This partnership is a unique, industry-first model which brings together the best of in-house and 3rd party capability. \nWe work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal. \n#VOIS #BeUnrivalled #CreateTheFuture\n\n## About this Role\n\nWe are seeking an experienced DBA Specialist to ensure the reliability, performance, and security of database systems supporting IT and telecom applications. This role sits within Core Infrastructure Management \u2013 Data Management and focuses on operational excellence, incident resolution, automation, and the design and implementation of robust database solutions. The role is based in Bucharest, Ia\u0219i, or can be performed fully remotely.\n\n## What you will do\n\n * Provide Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 support for database-related incidents and problems, ensuring agreed service levels are met.\n * Perform technical investigations into performance incidents, identify root causes, and propose effective solutions.\n * Design, configure, and implement database solutions aligned with defined technical requirements.\n * Optimise existing database architectures through redesigns, upgrades, and performance tuning to meet evolving business needs.\n * Develop scripts and programs to automate recurring activities and extend the functionality of IT solutions.\n * Ensure database integrity, security, and operational performance parameters are consistently achieved.\n * Support the transition of new platforms from build to run, ensuring smooth operational take-over.\n * Contribute to transformation and technology refresh programmes aimed at improving availability, quality, and performance.\n * Carry out proactive maintenance activities based on monitoring tools, alerts, and notifications.\n * Participate in on-call rotations, shifts, overtime, and standby duties as required by business needs.\n * Support project delivery by providing expert guidance and high-quality implementation support.\n\n\n\n## Who you are\n\n * You have over five years of experience supporting databases in a production environment.\n * You bring advanced expertise in Oracle or Microsoft SQL Server database administration.\n * You have strong skills in SQL performance tuning and optimisation.\n * You are experienced in PL/SQL and UNIX/Linux shell scripting.\n * You are familiar with Oracle RAC, Data Guard, Grid/Cloud Control, RMAN, Data Pump, and related technologies.\n * You understand ITIL principles, IT Service Management concepts (such as ISO 20000), and SOX requirements.\n * You have a solid understanding of general information security principles.\n * You communicate clearly in English, both written and spoken.\n * You are well organised, able to manage multiple priorities, and remain effective under pressure.\n * You are customer-focused and comfortable working within remote and distributed teams.\n\n\n\n## Not a Perfect Fit?\n\nConcerned you may not meet every requirement? Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best.\n\n## What\u2019s in it for you\n\n * Hybrid way of working\n * Medical and dental services\n * Life and hospitalization insurance\n * Dedicated employee phone subscription\n * Take control of your benefits and choose any of the below options: MEAL TICKETS/ PRIVATE PENSION/ VACATION VOUCHERS/ CULTURAL VOUCHERS within the budget.\n * Special discounts for gyms and retailers\n * Annual Company Bonus\n * Loyalty Programme\n * Ongoing Education \u2013 we continuously invest in you to ensure you have everything needed to excel on the job and enhance your skills\n * You get to work with tried and trusted web-technology\n * Getting in on the ground floor of a technology changing company\n * We let you write your own story by planning vacations: go for a trip, experience new things, have fun and enjoy your 23 days off.\n * Special Paternal Program - 4 months of paid paternity leave\n\n\n\n## What skills you will learn\n\n * Advanced optimisation techniques for high-availability and high-performance database platforms.\n * Practical application of automation and scripting to improve operational efficiency.\n * Deeper exposure to service management frameworks and large-scale transformation initiatives.\n * Enhanced stakeholder collaboration and problem-solving in complex, time-sensitive environments.\n\n\n\n## VOIS Equal Opportunity Employer Commitment\n\nVodafone recognises and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves. No form of discrimination is tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, citizenship, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, neurodiversity, social origin, cultural background, marital or civil partnership status, or socio-economic background.\n\n## Join Us\n\nAt Vodafone, we\u2019re working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it\u0027s our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this. \nWe challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together. \nWith us, you can be truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.\n\n## Alert\n\nApply for Vodafone jobs only through the official Vodafone Careers website to avoid job scams and fraud.\u201d #JDEnhancedByTARA\n\n* * *\n\n### Follow us on social media and #StayConnected\n\n * LinkedIn\n * Facebook\n * Instagram\n\n\n