Microsoft SQL Server Administrator (Infrastructure Administrator)

Company Description

Sopra Steria is one of the largest technology companies in Europe, providing consulting, digital services, and software development. Its Polish Global Delivery Center has operated in Katowice since 2007 and employs around 1,000 specialists.

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Microsoft SQL Server Administrator (Infrastructure Administrator) to join Sopra Steria Polska and cooperate with a team supporting a French client. This opportunity is available to people located in the Silesian area who are willing to commute to the Katowice office.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Windows Server and Microsoft SQL Server environments.
• Perform system patching, upgrades, and security-related activities.
• Manage backup and restore processes and support infrastructure migration projects.
• Automate operational and administrative tasks using Ansible.
• Monitor infrastructure and ensure the stability and availability of production environments.
• Troubleshoot and resolve incidents as part of 2nd Line Support in line with SLA requirements.
• Manage user accounts, access permissions, and secure access to IT services.
• Implement, test, and support new infrastructure solutions and system enhancements.
• Create and maintain technical documentation and operational procedures.
• Collaborate with customers and cross-functional teams to deliver infrastructure services and projects.
• Identify opportunities for optimization and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to effort estimations, technical assessments, and infrastructure-related project activities.

Technology Stack

• Microsoft SQL Server 2016
• Windows Server
• Ansible automation
• Patching
• Backup and restore
• Migration

Qualifications

Must-have requirements:

• Hands-on experience with Windows Server administration and support.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server 2016.
• Experience with infrastructure automation using Ansible.
• Experience with patch management, system maintenance, backup and restore procedures, and system and database migrations.
• Knowledge of infrastructure monitoring and incident management.
• Experience providing 2nd Line Support in enterprise environments.
• Understanding of security best practices, user access management, and compliance requirements.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues and perform root cause analysis.
• Experience working within SLA-driven environments.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work directly with customers and technical teams.
• Ability to create and maintain technical documentation.
• English at a minimum B2 level.

Nice-to-have requirements:

• French at B2 level.
• Middleware administration experience.
• Familiarity with SAN, storage, infrastructure optimization, monitoring, security tools, cloud technologies, and hybrid infrastructure.
• Experience leading technical initiatives or mentoring junior team members.
• Knowledge of scripting and additional automation tools.
• Experience with infrastructure upgrades, capacity planning, and performance tuning.
• Relevant Microsoft, ITIL, or Ansible certifications.

What We Offer

• Benefits including Luxmed, Medicover Sport, Worksmile, educational and language-learning platforms, referral bonus, copyrights, life insurance, and workation.
• Development opportunities including company-paid certifications, conferences, Tech Lunches, and participation in professional communities.

Recruitment Process

• A short phone call with a recruiter lasting up to 30 minutes.
• A one-hour Teams interview with general and technical questions.

Salary information and additional components will be provided during the first recruitment stage.

Sopra Steria is committed to fighting all forms of discrimination and fostering an inclusive and respectful work environment.