Sportsbook - Database Administrator
As a Database Administrator within our Sportsbook Technology team, you will play a critical role in maintaining the databases that power our core systems. You will work closely with developers, operations, and other technical teams to ensure high performance, availability, and reliability across all environments. A deep understanding of our data models and a strong passion for performance and stability are essential for success in this role.
The Wow
Much like a rollercoaster, life at Betsson Group is fast-paced, full of twists and turns, and always exciting. With more than 2,800 colleagues representing over 75 nationalities across a global network of offices - including 1,500 at our operational headquarters in Malta - every day brings new challenges and opportunities to grow. It may not be for the faint-hearted, but if you thrive on innovation, enjoy pushing boundaries and want to be part of a diverse, international team, then you’ll fit right in at Betsson.
A taster of what you will be involved with:
Database Administration
- Own and support SQL Server environments (prod & non‑prod)
- Troubleshoot performance, availability, and data integrity issues
- Ensure HA/DR with backups, clustering, and replication
- Automate routine DBA tasks to improve reliability
- Install, patch, upgrade, and migrate SQL Server (on‑prem & cloud)
- Use AWS services for hosting, backup, and monitoring where needed
Database Development
- Build and optimize stored procedures and database objects
- Tune T‑SQL queries and manage indexing for performance
- Partner with engineers on scalable database designs
- Support database releases and CI/CD pipelines
- Design data models for high‑traffic, high‑volume systems
Tech Support & Operations
- Opportunity to participate in on‑call rotation
- Help investigate incidents and drive long‑term fixes
Documentation & Tools
- Maintain clear documentation and runbooks
- Use SQL Server monitoring and diagnostic tools
- Apply HA and DR best practices across systems
What we are looking for
- Extensive hands‑on experience with Microsoft SQL Server versions 2017–2022.
- Strong proficiency in T‑SQL development and performance tuning.
- Ability to communicate effectively with developers and stakeholders, providing clear guidance on database best practices and optimization opportunities.
- Experience performing SQL Server migrations in hybrid environments (on‑prem ↔ cloud).
- Experience with AWS Cloud services relevant to database infrastructure (e.g., EC2, RDS, S3, IAM).
- Experience in using automation frameworks or scripting (PowerShell, Python, SQL Agent, DevOps pipelines) to optimize daily tasks.
- Passion for learning, staying ahead of new SQL Server features, and driving improvements in performance and stability across systems.
What we offer
- Monthly Allowance for Lunch
- Private & Life Plan Insurance for you and your family
- Team Building Budget
- Annual Wellness Allowance
- Corporate Travel Insurance
- Events and initiatives both Local (Quarterly Meetings) and Global
- Professional Development Programs & Internal Career Opportunities
- Milestone Birthday
Much like riding a rollercoaster, sometimes life at Betsson can be lightning fast with twists and turns but always FUN! Then again, what else would you expect from a business 75% millennial and 1900 strong, spread across 7 offices! We recognise it may not be for the faint-hearted, but if you’re a go-getter, initiator and always striving to push the boundaries and challenge yourself, then you’ll fit right in.
We offer numerous challenges where your skills will be put to good use! We encourage innovation, independence and celebrate success where you will be part of multi-cultural and diverse company, with people from all over the world.
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