We aretech transformationspecialists, uniting human expertise with AI to create scalable tech solutions.With over 8,000 CI&Ters around the world, we've built partnerships with more than 1,000 clients during our 30 years of history. Artificial Intelligence is our reality.**Objective:Be an integral part of the Application Managed Services team, collaborating closely with application developers, infrastructure engineers, business analysts, and IT leadership to architect, maintain, and optimize mission-critical database solutions. The role plays a strategic part in modernizing and evolving the database landscape across the EMEA region.**Responsibilities:Database Engineering & ManagementDesign, maintain, and optimize relational database structures to support application and reporting needs.Design, install, configure, and manage enterprise Microsoft SQL Server databases and Azure SQL services.Architect and implement high availability (HA), disaster recovery (DR), and replication solutions.Automate routine DBA tasks via PowerShell, T-SQL, and DevOps pipelines.Performance OptimizationPerform advanced performance tuning, query optimization, indexing strategies, and capacity planning.Analyse SQL execution plans and resolve complex database bottlenecks.Security & ComplianceEnforce database security policies, including encryption, role-based access, and auditing.Ensure compliance with GDPR, ISO27001, and other regulatory frameworks.Backup & RecoveryDefine and test robust backup/recovery strategies and recovery time objectives (RTO/RPO).Lead recovery efforts during critical incidents.Collaboration & SupportAct as SME for database architecture in projects and technical design reviews.Partner with DevOps and development teams to align database design with CI/CD practices.Documentation & StandardsCreate and maintain comprehensive documentation for systems, processes, and standards.Drive database best practices**Required Qualifications7+ years of hands-on experience as a Microsoft SQL Server DBA, including senior or lead-level responsibilities.Proven experience managing both on-prem and cloud-based SQL Server environments (Azure/AWS preferred).Deep expertise in Microsoft SQL Server 2016+ and Azure SQL ecosystem.Proficient in T-SQL, SSIS, SSRS, and PowerShell scripting.Skilled in monitoring tools (e.g., Redgate, SolarWinds, SQL Sentry).Familiar with infrastructure automation and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC).Strong knowledge of indexing, partitioning, query tuning, and performance monitoring.Exposure to DevOps tools and methodologies preferred.Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving aptitude.Excellent communication skills, both written and verbalCapable of working independently and collaboratively across multiple time zonesLeadership mindset with the ability to drive initiatives and influence without authority.**Nice to Have:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline.Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate or equivalent.Experience with Azure Data Factory, Synapse, or AWS RDS is a plus.Familiarity with agile and DevOps practicesOur benefits:-Health and dental insurance-Meal and food allowance-Childcare assistance-Extended paternity leave-Partnership with gyms and health and wellness professionals via Wellhub (Gympass) TotalPass;-Profit Sharing and Results Participation (PLR);-Life insurance-Continuous learning platform (CI&T University);-Discount club-Free online platform dedicated to physical, mental, and overall well-being-Pregnancy and responsible parenting course-Partnerships with online learning platforms-Language learning platformAnd many moreMore details about our benefits here:At CI&T, inclusion starts at the first contact. If you are a person with a disability, it is importantto present your assessment during the selection process.See which data needs to be included in the report by clicking here.This way, we can ensure the support and accommodations that you deserve.If you do not yet have the assessment, don't worry: we can support you in obtaining it.We have a dedicated Health and Well-being team, inclusion specialists, and affinity groups who will be with you at every stage. Count on us to make this journey side by side.**