IT Expert - Linux Database Administrator | Fachinformatiker (m/w/d)
Bundesinstitut für Risikobewertung (BfR)
Job Summary
This role involves the comprehensive management of the Federal Institute for Risk Assessment's (BfR) database infrastructure in Berlin. As an IT Expert, you will be responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, and optimization of both SQL and NoSQL database systems, including Oracle, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB. Your day-to-day tasks include planning system upgrades, ensuring data integrity for research projects, and developing automation scripts using Ansible, Bash, or Python. You will also manage Linux server environments and implement robust backup and recovery strategies. This position is ideal for a proactive professional who enjoys independent work and cross-departmental collaboration. The role is particularly attractive due to its permanent contract, flexible working hours with up to 40% remote work, and a significant IT specialist allowance of up to €18,000 annually. It offers a meaningful environment contributing to consumer health protection and food safety in Germany.
Required Skills
Education
University degree (Bachelor or Diploma) in Computer Science or a related field; alternatively, a completed vocational training as an IT Specialist (Fachinformatiker) with several years of relevant professional experience.
Experience
- Several years of professional experience in the administration of SQL and/or NoSQL databases, specifically PostgreSQL and Oracle
- Professional experience in Linux system administration
- Experience with automation tools such as Ansible and scripting languages like Bash and Python
- Experience in planning and executing database upgrades and data migrations
- Experience in creating technical documentation and providing user support
Languages
Additional
- Willingness to undergo a security clearance check according to the Security Check Act (SÜG); Location: Berlin; Permanent full-time position with potential for advancement to TVöD E12 pay grade.
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