Database and Observability tools Specialist (m/f)

Job Description

Job Description:

Airbus Defence and Space is looking for a dynamic, skilled and motivated Database and Observability tools Specialist (m/f) to join our "Database and Hosting tools" team based in Toulouse, France. You will be part of a PSL (Product & Service Line) within the Digital Infrastructure organisation which is in charge of designing, building and operating the Hosting infrastructure of the company.

You will join an international team focused on implementing and operating Database, Observability, Automation, and Orchestration solutions. Especifically, as part of the "Database and Hosting Tools" team, you will participate in every stage of the Database lifecycle.

You will be responsible for delivering efficient, automated, and up-to-date Database solutions to our internal customers. Knowledge about monitoring solutions and observability products would be desired.

Your working environment:

Global capital of aeronautics and European capital for space research, Toulouse is a dynamic city of the southwest of France served by an international airport. Ideally located between the Mediterranean sea and the Atlantic ocean and close to the Pyrenees mountains, it offers plenty of options for outdoor activities!

How we care for you:

• Financial rewards: Attractive salary, agreements on success and profit sharing schemes, employee savings plan abounded by Airbus and employee stock purchase plan on a voluntary basis.
• Work / Life Balance: Extra days-off for special occasions, holiday transfer option, a Staff council offering many social, cultural and sport activities and other services.
• Wellbeing / Health: Complementary health insurance coverage (disability, invalidity, death). Depending on the site: health services center, concierge services, gym, carpooling application.
• Individual development: Great upskilling opportunities and development prospects with unlimited access to +10.000 e-learning courses to develop your employability, certifications, expert career path, accelerated development programmes, national and international mobility.

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

Your challenges:

• Monitor the performance of our externalized run supplier, in conjunction with contract management (SLAs follow-up, invoices control, security patching level, incident/problem management, availability and performance of database service, automation of workloads and database workflows...),
  
• Identify, troubleshoot and lead the implementation of corrective actions, in case of supplier performance gap, for infrastructure and database related issues in a timely manner, ensuring minimal impact on production systems,
  
• Participation in the definition of DRPs, backup policies, restore procedures,
  
• Collaborate with Architecture and Applications teams to understand business requirements,
  
• Support the design of our products standards to meet the customer needs while targeting the highest possible value for money,
  
• Ensure building and implementing projects in the "Database and Hosting tools" domain.
  

Your profile:

• Professional experience: 5+ years of professional experience as a Database engineer or similar role,
  
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field,
  
• Proven experience as a Database Administrator, Database Developer, or Database Specialist,
  
• Strong proficiency in SQL and experience with at least one major relational database system (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL),
  
• Familiarity with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, ) is a plus,
  
• Knowledge of automation of database tasks is a plus,
  
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail,
  
• Knowledge of monitoring solutions and observability products (e.g. Checkmk, BMC Discovery...),
  
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment,
  
• Languages: advanced level English and negotiation level French.
  

This position requires a security clearance or will require being eligible for clearance by the recognized authorities.

The candidate must possess French nationality in accordance with IGI 1300 of August 9, 2021 (§1.2.2.1).

Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customized development solutions.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:
Airbus Defence and Space SAS

Employment Type:
Permanent
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Classe Emploi (France): Classe G13

Experience Level:
Professional

Job Family:
Digital

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At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.