At Akkodis, we continue expanding our Cloud & Data capabilities and are looking for top Azure Database talent!
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We are hiring a Database Platform Engineer to join a leading international private‐banking project, contributing to the transformation of its database landscape into a modern cloud-based ecosystem. This is a high-impact role within a global and highly regulated environment.
The Project
You will be part of a cloud transformation initiative within a private banking environment, focused on modernizing database platforms and enabling application teams to migrate from on-premise systems to Azure.
You will work closely with application, platform, and database teams to drive adoption of Azure database services, introduce automation, and enable self-service capabilities across the organization.
What We're Looking For
An experienced Database Engineer with strong expertise in Oracle and/or Microsoft SQL Server, combined with a solid understanding of cloud migration and modern database platforms.
We are looking for someone with a hands-on, DevOps-oriented mindset, able to lead migrations, simplify complex concepts, and collaborate across multiple teams.
Strong Experience (Mandatory)
- 5+ years of hands-on experience with Oracle and/or Microsoft SQL Server
- Proven experience migrating databases from on-premise to cloud (Azure preferred)
- Strong knowledge of database fundamentals (performance, structures, operations)
- Experience with Azure database services (Azure SQL, Oracle on Azure, PostgreSQL)
- Experience with automation and Infrastructure as Code for database operations
- Understanding of DevOps practices and self-service platform models
- Experience working in Agile environments (Scrum, SAFe, Kanban)
- Strong communication skills and ability to work across multiple stakeholders
- Professional level of English
Nice to Have
- Experience migrating from Oracle / SQL Server to PostgreSQL
- Azure certifications (Database, Cloud, Architecture)
- Experience with database migration and assessment tools
- Background in platform engineering or cloud enablement teams
- Experience in financial services or private banking environments
Your Responsibilities
- Support application teams in adopting Azure database services
- Assess existing databases, defining migration strategies and risk analysis
- Lead database migrations to Azure, including modernization initiatives
- Act as a bridge between application teams, platform teams, and vendors
- Implement automation and self-service capabilities for database operations
- Manage database lifecycle processes (provisioning, access, backup, monitoring, patching)
- Educate and guide teams on cloud database best practices
- Create templates, documentation, and reference architectures for scalable adoption
- Contribute to improving the overall database platform and developer experience
What We Offer
Hybrid model: 3 days onsite in Madrid (city center) + 2 days remote flexibility
Flexible working hours: start your workday anytime between 8:00 and 9:30 and complete an 8-hour workday
Competitive vacation package: 23 working days + December 24th and 31st as additional days off
Versátil compensation plan: Gympass, meal vouchers, transport, childcare, and private health insurance
High-impact role within a major cloud transformation initiative
International private banking project in a highly regulated environment
Collaboration with global Cloud, Data & IT teams
Continuous learning & development: access to training, certifications, and language courses
Career growth opportunities within a fast-growing technology environment
Permanent contract with Akkodis — we are looking for someone interested in a long-term project and developing their career with us
Exclusive employee discounts portal (Akkodis benefits program)
If you are interested, please apply. xqysrnh We'd love to connect with you!
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