Empowered by our motto, "Making Data Matter", Keyrus stands at the forefront of global consultancy in Data & Analytics, AI & Machine Learning, and Digital Transformation. With a presence in 27 countries across 4 continents, we're on a mission to elevate the impact of data.

We are data experts, guiding our clients through their data journey regardless of their level of maturity in analytics. As an end-to-end partner, we address varied challenges that our clients face, from Advanced Analytics, Cloud, Data Governance, Visualisation to Enterprise Performance Management, from advisory to delivery.

With more than 3200 employees in all corners of the world, Keyrus is dedicated to helping businesses taking advantage of the Data and Digital paradigm to enhance their performance, facilitating, and accelerating their transformation, and generating new drivers of growth, competitiveness, and sustainability.

Job Summary 

Keyrus is looking for a Database Administrator (AWS). We value individuals who are detail-oriented, independent contributors with exceptional communication and problem-solving skills, ensuring that together, we continue to transform possibilities into reality.

This position is Hybrid in Porto. (3 days/week at the office)

Note: All applications/CV’s must be submitted in English.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage installation, configuration, and administration of database systems on AWS.
• Monitor and enhance database performance, ensuring high availability and reliability.
• Conduct query optimisation and implement performance tuning strategies.
• Oversee workload management for efficient resource utilisation.
• Collaborate with development and infrastructure teams to ensure optimal data flow and performance across environments.
• Participate in on-call rotations and shift coverage to maintain round-the-clock support.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of database management processes and documentation.
• Influence technology strategy by proposing innovative and pragmatic solutions for future database architecture and automation.

Requirements for the role

• Master’s degree in Information Technology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Engineering, or equivalent professional experience.
  
• Minimum 5 years of experience supporting AWS database environments.
  
• Demonstrated expertise in database installation, tuning, optimisation, and administration.
  
• Experience working in international, distributed teams with multiple business and technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated expertise in AWS RDS, with hands-on experience managing complex, high-availability environments.
• Deep knowledge of Aurora PostgreSQL, including configuration, performance tuning, and operational support.
• Proven experience administering MySQL databases in production, ensuring reliability and scalability.
• Strong technical background working with Amazon Redshift, from setup to optimisation for analytics workloads.
• Solid experience in database performance tuning, with the ability to diagnose and resolve bottlenecks efficiently.
• Skilled in SQL query optimisation, improving execution times and resource utilisation.
• Proficient in the installation and configuration of database systems within AWS cloud infrastructures.
• Experience with workload management, ensuring optimal distribution of database resources and performance. 
• Advanced understanding of AWS IAM, including user roles, security policies, and access control.
• Familiarity with AWS Lambda, leveraging serverless functions for automation and operational efficiency.
• Competent in using AWS CloudWatch to monitor database performance, metrics, and alerts proactively.
• Strong working knowledge of AWS S3, including data storage integration and lifecycle management best practices.
• Fluent in English.
• Must be a Portuguese or European citizen or have a work permit for Portugal

What we offer at Keyrus Portugal:

• Competitive salary based on your skills & experience and according to the Data market practice
• Meal allowance of €8.32 per day
• Flexible benefits option
• Private Medical Insurance
• 22 days of annual leave (increasing every 3 years up to a maximum of 25 days)
• Training Program through KLX (Keyrus Learning Experience) Platform

Why Keyrus?

Joining Keyrus means joining a market leader in the Data Intelligence field and an (inter)national player in Management Consultancy and Digital Experience.

Keyrus Portugal operates on five guiding pillars that shape our approach to work and collaboration – Diversity; Trust; Flexibility; Ownership & Innovation - we're dedicated to cultivating a team as diverse as the challenges we take on. 

We embrace and celebrate the rich variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and talents that each individual brings. We firmly believe that diversity fuels innovation, ignites creativity, and propels us towards greatness. 

Regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other dimension of diversity, everyone is not only welcome but valued here. 

Join us in shaping a future where everyone can thrive!