Database Administrator (SQL Server)

About the role

CentralTech Solutions Ltd is an established Malta-based IT services firm providing managed infrastructure, cloud migration and database services to clients in finance, iGaming and professional services. Our database practice focuses on high-availability, secure platforms and performance tuning for production systems.

The Database Administrator (SQL Server) will join a small, focused operations team responsible for the full lifecycle of SQL Server instances — from installation and patching to backup, recovery and performance optimisation. You will work closely with developers, system administrators and project managers across multi-tenant environments and occasionally support cloud-based database services.

This role suits a technically strong DBA who enjoys problem solving, has a structured approach to maintenance windows and documentation, and can communicate technical status clearly to non-technical stakeholders. We offer training and certification support, hybrid working, and exposure to projects across Malta’s key sectors including finance and tech-enabled services.

About CentralTech Solutions Ltd

CentralTech Solutions Ltd is a Malta-based IT and managed services provider specialising in infrastructure, databases and cloud solutions. We support SMEs and enterprise clients with a focus on reliability, security and measurable business outcomes.

What you can expect

• Hybrid working with core office days in Mriehel
• Training budget and certification support
• Private health insurance contribution
• Exposure to cloud migrations and cross-sector projects

Key responsibilities

• Administer, monitor and maintain Microsoft SQL Server instances (2016/2019/2022) across production and non-production environments
• Design, implement and test backup and disaster recovery procedures, including restore drills
• Perform performance tuning and query optimisation using execution plans, indexing strategies and resource analysis
• Manage security, logins, permissions and encryption to ensure compliance with client policies
• Plan and apply patches, service packs and upgrades following change management procedures
• Implement and support high-availability solutions (Always On Availability Groups, clustering, replication)
• Collaborate with developers and system engineers to troubleshoot database-related incidents and deploy database changes
• Maintain documentation, runbooks and run regular housekeeping tasks (index maintenance, statistics updates)
• Participate in an on-call rotation for out-of-hours support and incident response

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years hands-on experience as a SQL Server Database Administrator or similar role
• Strong T-SQL skills and experience with query tuning and indexing strategies
• Proven experience with backup/restore, disaster recovery planning and HA solutions (Always On, clustering, replication)
• Familiarity with Windows Server administration and virtualization platforms (Hyper-V, VMware)
• Experience with monitoring and management tools (e.g. SQL Server Management Studio, Performance Monitor, Redgate, SolarWinds) or equivalent
• Good English communication skills (written and spoken); Maltese language skills are an advantage
• Ability to work in Malta (citizen/EU resident or valid work permit); please state your eligibility in your application
• Willingness to participate in an on-call rota and perform planned weekend or after-hours maintenance when required

How to apply

Please send your CV and a brief cover note detailing your SQL Server experience and notice period via email. Include any relevant certifications and your right-to-work status in Malta.