Senior Database Administrator

Job description

This position is hybrid, and you may be expected to go into an office 3 days per week. We are AT&T’s Infrastructure Automation & Tools team, a vital part of the company’s technology infrastructure. Our team is responsible for managing and maintaining a diverse portfolio of enterprise database systems that support AT&T’s mission-critical applications and services. With a strong focus on MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Oracle , we ensure the performance, security, and scalability of data platforms across the organization. We work collaboratively across departments to deliver innovative, resilient, and efficient database solutions that drive operational excellence. Our culture emphasizes technical expertise, continuous improvement, and a shared commitment to supporting AT&T’s strategic goals through reliable data management. What You’ll Do As a Senior Database Administrator, you’ll be a key player in ensuring the reliability, scalability, and performance of our enterprise-wide database platforms. This role is ideal for experienced professionals who thrive in high-pressure environments, excel at solving complex technical challenges, and are passionate about building resilient, secure, and high-performing systems that support millions of customers and critical business operations. Database Reliability Engineering : Architect and implement proactive solutions to ensure high availability, fault tolerance, and optimal performance across MySQL, PostgreSQL and Oracle environments. Incident Response & Troubleshooting : Lead rapid response efforts for major database incidents, perform root cause analysis, and drive resolution to minimize business impact. Performance Tuning & Optimization : Analyze system metrics, identify bottlenecks, and implement tuning strategies to ensure fast, efficient data access and query performance. Database Architecture & Engineering : Design and evolve database schemas, storage strategies, and deployment models to support new applications and business growth. Security & Compliance : Enforce robust security controls, manage access, and ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations. Technical Leadership : Promote best practices and foster a culture of operational excellence and continuous learning. Cross-Functional Collaboration : Partner with application, infrastructure, and security teams to deliver integrated, scalable, and secure database solutions. Documentation & Knowledge Sharing : Maintain detailed documentation, run-books, and post-incident reviews to promote transparency, learning, and operational maturity. Cover working time : 9 am - 5 pm, with occasional flexibility as per business need What You’ll Need 5+ years of hands-on experience managing and administering databases across multiple platforms. Deep expertise in MySQL , PostgreSQL, and Oracle Industry-recognized certifications in one or more database technologies Strong command of performance tuning, backup and recovery strategies, and database security best practices. Proven experience in designing, implementing, and managing the full lifecycle of enterprise database systems. Sharp analytical and troubleshooting skills with a keen attention to detail and system reliability. Solid academic foundation with a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field. What You’ll Bring A strategic mindset with the ability to lead complex database projects from concept to execution. Proven experience mentoring junior team members and influencing technical decisions. A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement. Excellent communication and collaboration skills across technical and business teams. Passion for data integrity, system reliability, and delivering high-impact solutions. Our Senior Database Administrator earns between 3,800 - 5,700 EUR gross / month. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range will depend on experience, expertise, and education/training. Our Sr Specialist Systems Administration jobs earn between €39,400.00 - €59,200.00 Annual. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training. Weekly Hours: 40 Location: Bratislava, Slovakia Salary Range: €39,400.00 - €59,200.00 AT&T and its subsidiaries are committed to equal employment opportunity. All hiring, promotion, and other employment decisions remain merit-based and free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made. Click here to learn more or request an application accommodation here .