Database Administrator

Playtech's Infrastructure unit is looking for a Database Administrator with a proactive mindset and strong analytical thinking. This role involves daily operations of the company’s global database platform, from initial setup to tools development. You will work with high-volume databases in a complex environment, planning and executing all aspects of database administration to achieve maximum stability and availability. Responsibilities include installing and upgrading databases and high-availability solutions, developing automation and monitoring tools, and participating in an on-call rotation to support production incidents.

• Work with the company’s global database platform daily operations - from initial setup to tools development
• Work with high-volume databases in a complex environment with many moving parts
• Plan and execute all aspects of database administration to achieve maximum stability and availability
• Install and upgrade databases and high-availability solutions for databases
• Develop automation, monitoring and other tooling
• Participate in an on‑call rotation to support database‑related production incidents

• Have solid hands‑on experience with MySQL database administration.
• Have good understanding of general IT concepts, especially networks and Linux/Unix operating systems.
• Are a collaborative team player who is open to new ideas and modern approaches.
• Enjoy solving technical problems and can handle moderately complex challenges.
• Are proactive — when you notice something isn’t working as expected, you naturally look into it and help get it resolved.
• Are motivated to grow your technical expertise and continuously expand your knowledge.
• Have basic to intermediate scripting experience (Python, Bash, or similar) to support automation and tooling.

## You'll get extra points for

• Knowledge or hands‑on experience with Oracle or PostgreSQL.
• Experience working with AWS database services.
• Exposure to running databases on Kubernetes, especially using MySQL/MariaDB or PostgreSQL operators

• Empowerment, support and mentoring.
• Initiative-taking, positive and confident approach at the workplace.
• Global scope and inclusive working environment.
• Constant learning and development opportunities.
• Active lifestyle and mental well-being.