Database Administrator (Microsoft SQL Server)

Our client, Icelandair and their Digital Operations team ensures the reliability, security, and performance of the technology that keeps their airline moving. You will optimize systems, protect critical operations, and continuously seek opportunities for improvement.

We are looking for an experienced Microsoft SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA) to keep their databases running smoothly 24/7. You will play a key role in ensuring the performance, availability, and security of our SQL Server environments while also supporting other database platforms.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Take operational responsibility for Microsoft SQL Server databases.
• Design and implement high-availability, high-performance, and cost-efficient database solutions.
• Manage database backup and recovery strategies, including point-in-time recovery.
• Perform regular testing and evaluations to ensure data security, privacy, and integrity.
• Monitor database performance, tune configurations, and apply patches and upgrades when required.
• Provide support for Oracle databases and other system administrators if needed.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Microsoft SQL Server Database Administrator.
• Strong hands-on expertise in SQL Server architecture, performance tuning, and backup/recovery.
• Experience with Oracle and/or PostgreSQL – beneficial.
• Excellent understanding of database security, integrity, and SQL.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think algorithmically.
• High proficiency in English (written and spoken).
• Professional mindset, proactive approach, and ability to work independently.
  
  

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Microsoft SQL Server Database Administrator.
• Strong hands-on expertise in SQL Server architecture, performance tuning, and backup/recovery.
• Experience with Oracle and/or PostgreSQL is beneficial.
• Excellent understanding of database security, integrity, and SQL.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think algorithmically.
• Excellent proficiency in English (both written and spoken).
  
  

What We Offer

• A key role in a motivated and supportive team where your skills will have real impact.
• A dynamic work environment with opportunities for learning and innovation.
• Continuous professional development through courses and seminars.
• Flexible health benefits with Confido or Stebby
• 100% paid sick leave for the first three days
• Prime office location in Ülemiste City
  
  

Icelandair is a lively workplace with operations in Iceland, Europe, and North America. We are one of Iceland's largest and most diverse companies and work in an international, ever-changing environment where equality is valued. We fly to multiple cities in Europe, the United States, and Canada, as well as destinations within Iceland and in Greenland.

If this sounds like the challenge you’re looking for, we’d love to hear from you!

Please send us your application with your CV and take the next step in your career with Icelandair.