Junior Database Engineer
Location:
Galway
Employment Type:
Full-time, Permanent
About Us
We are a fast-growing SaaS company on a mission to transform digital care management As we scale our global operations, we are building out our Infrastructure team to support a robust, secure, and high-performing platform.
This is an exciting opportunity to join at the
ground level
of our new infrastructure function. You'll have the chance to learn from experienced colleagues, gain exposure to modern cloud technologies, and grow into a key technical role as the team expands.
The Role
As our
Junior Database Engineer
, you will play a vital role in maintaining and optimising our databases to ensure reliability, performance, and scalability. You'll work closely with senior engineers to monitor, troubleshoot, and improve our systems, while also gaining hands-on experience with cloud and infrastructure projects.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the administration and maintenance of production and development databases
* Monitor database performance, availability, and security
* Assist in database backups, restores, and disaster recovery planning
* Write and optimise SQL queries under guidance from senior engineers
* Help implement automation and monitoring tools to improve efficiency
* Collaborate with development and infrastructure teams to support new feature rollouts
* Document processes and contribute to knowledge sharing within the team
What We're Looking For
* Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
* Basic knowledge of SQL and relational database concepts
* Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) a plus
* Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn
* Ability to work in a fast-paced SaaS environment and adapt quickly
* A proactive mindset, with great attention to detail
Nice to Have
* Exposure to NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Redis, etc.)
* Experience with scripting languages (Python, Bash, etc.)
* Understanding of database security and compliance principles