Database Administrator Bilingual

Location: Bogotá, Colombia (100% On-site)
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM 4:00 PM
English Level: B2 - C1
Salary Range: COP 10,000,000 - 13,000,000
Benefits: Prepaid Healthcare Plan, Internet Assistance, and Meal Vouchers

About the Role:
We are seeking a skilled Sr. Database Administrator to join our team and lead the design, implementation, optimization, and support of critical database systems. You will provide hands-on expertise, ensuring our databases are highly available, secure, and optimized for performance, while supporting both client implementations and internal systems.

Key Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and maintain SQL Server databases following best practices.
- Ensure high availability and security of our database environments, implementing strategies such as AlwaysOn, replication, and log shipping.
- Proactively monitor, tune, and troubleshoot database performance issues.
- Collaborate with software developers and IT teams to optimize queries and database configurations.
- Maintain documentation for database architectures, processes, and change management.
- Provide leadership and support within the DBA team to ensure robust enterprise-level database operations.

Required Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
Minimum 3 years in a dedicated DBA role experience. (experience with SQL Server 2016 or newer and AlwaysOn is mandatory).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (B2 - C1 level), as you will collaborate with international teams and stakeholders.
- Strong expertise in database monitoring, maintenance, and security practices, including vulnerability management and compliance (PCI, SOC2, ISO 27001).
- Proficient with ancillary SQL Server features (SSRS, SSIS, DTS) and administration tools.
- Solid understanding of network security, patch management, and enterprise support processes.
- Experience with Active Directory, Windows Server administration, and Microsoft Office 365 is a plus.