This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Database Administrator in Ireland.In this role, you will help design, scale, and operate the database platforms that support mission-critical, high-traffic systems used globally. You will work closely with senior DBAs, SREs, and engineering teams to ensure performance, reliability, and security at scale. The role goes far beyond routine maintenance, focusing on distributed database systems, automation, and platform-level improvements. You will contribute to modern infrastructure initiatives while reducing operational friction through smart tooling and self-service patterns. The environment is fully remote, highly collaborative, and ownership-driven. This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact on systems that underpin large-scale, real-time financial technology.AccountabilitiesScale, tune, and operate high-throughput MariaDB environments supporting global products and servicesDesign and continuously improve high-availability, backup, and disaster-recovery strategiesReduce manual operational work by building automation and improving consistency across database workflowsEnhance observability by defining meaningful metrics, improving alert quality, and reducing operational noiseStrengthen database security through disciplined access controls, patching, upgrades, and safe operational practicesContribute to platform initiatives including containerized environments, infrastructure as code, and reproducible deploymentsPartner with engineering teams to improve performance patterns, operational readiness, and database hygieneParticipate in on-call rotations with a focus on preventative engineering and long-term reliability improvementsRequirements5+ years of hands-on experience operating MariaDB or MySQL in high-volume production environmentsStrong understanding of high-availability architectures, replication, and distributed database behaviorExperience with database proxies or load-balancing technologies such as HAProxy, ProxySQL, or similarPractical experience with CI/CD, GitOps, and infrastructure-as-code workflows, ideally using TerraformSolid Linux, cloud infrastructure, and networking fundamentalsExperience building container images and operating workloads on Kubernetes at scaleStrong security mindset around access control, upgrades, and operational safetyProven expertise in monitoring, alerting, and incident readinessExcellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to document systems and align work to KPIsBonus points for SRE practices, scripting or programming skills in Python or Rust, GitOps tooling, or multi-region architecturesInterest in cryptocurrency, blockchain, or decentralized systems is a plusBenefitsCompetitive compensation package aligned with international market standardsFully remote work model with global collaborationOpportunity to work on large-scale, high-impact systems with real-world usageStrong focus on automation, reliability, and engineering excellenceInclusive, diverse, and merit-based work cultureLong-term growth opportunities within a globally distributed engineering organizationWhy Apply Through Jobgether?We use anAI-powered matching processto ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.We appreciate your interest and wish you the bestWhy Apply Through Jobgether?Data Privacy Notice:By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.