Senior Database Administrator (DBA)

Overview

WELCOME TO SITA’S AIRCRAFT BUSINESS UNIT

SITA's Aircraft Business Unit Makes Flight Operations, Air Traffic Management And Aircraft Maintenance More Sustainable And Efficient By Enabling Collaboration Between People And Organizations In The Air Transport Industry Through

• Communication - connecting aircraft and people around the world.
• Data & Platform - Turning aircraft data into valuable insight for the entire industry.
• Applications - Empowering the industry with user-friendly tools that make flight operations more sustainable and efficient.
  
  
  

Ready to redefine air travel? The journey starts here, with you at SITA.

About The Role & Team

We are seeking an experienced Database Administrator (DBA) to manage and optimize our multi-database environment, including Oracle RAC (19c/12c), MSSQL (2019/2022), PostgreSQL, and MariaDB/MySQL.

The ideal candidate will have expertise in high availability, performance tuning, installations, upgrades, and cloud-based database solutions.

What You’ll Do

Oracle (60%)

• Manage and administer Oracle RAC (One Node) 19c/12c environments.
• Configure and maintain ASM, RMAN, OEM Cloud Control.
• Perform database installations, upgrades, patching, cloning, and migrations.
• Conduct performance tuning, troubleshooting, and optimization.
  
  
  

MSSQL (10%)

• Maintain MSSQL 2019/2022 databases with HA-Always On, Windows Failover Clustering (WFC).
• Manage and optimize Azure SQL Managed Instance, Azure SQL Database.
• Monitor databases using Azure Monitoring and ensure high availability.
• Perform database upgrades and patching.
  
  
  

PostgreSQL & MariaDB/MySQL (30%)

• Configure and maintain PostgreSQL replication for high availability.
• Manage and optimize MariaDB/MySQL databases.
• Perform performance tuning and troubleshooting.
  
  
  

Qualifications

ABOUT YOUR SKILLS

• 5+ years of experience as a Database Administrator with expertise in Oracle, MSSQL, and PostgreSQL/MySQL.
• Hands-on experience with Oracle RAC, ASM, RMAN, OEM CC, and performance tuning.
• Strong knowledge of MSSQL HA solutions (Always On, WFC) and Azure SQL environments.
• Experience with PostgreSQL replication and MySQL administration.
• Proficiency in database security, backup/recovery, and disaster recovery strategies.
• Familiarity with cloud environments (Azure, AWS, or GCP) is a plus.
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications in Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, or PostgreSQL.
• Experience with automation (Ansible, Terraform, Shell scripting, or PowerShell).
• Knowledge of Kubernetes and containerized database deployments is a plus.
  
  
  

WELCOME TO SITA

We're the team that keeps airports moving, airlines flying smoothly, and borders open. Our tech and communication innovations are the secret behind the success of the world's air travel industry.

You'll find us at 95% of international hubs. We partner closely with over 2,500 transportation and government clients, each with their own unique needs and challenges. Our goal is to find fresh solutions and cutting-edge tech to make their operations run like clockwork. Want to be a part of something big?

Are you ready to love your job? The adventure begins right here, with you, at SITA.

What We Offer

SITA’s workplace is all about diversity, many different countries and cultures are represented in our workforce. We collaborate in our impressive offices, embracing a hybrid work format. As part of our global benefits, we offer:

🏡 Flex Week: Work from home up to 2 days/week (depending on your Team's needs).

⏰ Flex Day: You may wish to flex your arrival time at the office to beat rush hours or leave earlier for personal commitments. We encourage open communication with your manager about your needs and routine.

🌎 Flex-Location: Enjoy up to 30 workdays of benefits, anywhere in the world!

🌿 Employee Wellbeing: Benefit from the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provided by SITA, a yearly free service offering practical advice in various aspects of your life.

🚀 Professional Development: Enhance your skills with our training platforms, inclusive of LinkedIn Learning!

🙌🏽 Competitive Benefits: Access competitive benefits tailored to the local market and your employment status.

SITA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values a diverse workforce. In support of our Employment Equity Program, women, aboriginal people, members of visible minorities, and/or persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify in the application process.