Database Engineer (PostgreSQL / MySQL) - Blockchain

Who we are

We are Inventors of gaming platform, betting, fintech and software solutions. Across the globe, our cross-functional teams create online gaming platform as well as sports and fintech betting solutions that reach hundreds of thousands of users daily guided by our motto “Fearlessly Forward” together.

Join our Blockchain team!

The Workshop is a tech company that develops intuitive software for the online gaming industry. Our motto is to move “Fearlessly Forward” together. Cooperative innovation is at the center of everything we do – from our games, new products and technologies, to how we collaborate and share inspiration with one another.

Our blockchain team is dedicated to the conception, design and implementation of a best-in-class software platform providing our users with the ability to work seamlessly within this new and highly technical space. We are currently seeking new colleagues across a variety of roles who are passionate about bringing this world-changing technology into mainstream use via the development of high-quality tools and services aimed at the wider commercial market.

Previous blockchain experience, while desirable, is not required and so this is an excellent opportunity for anybody who has an interest in growing their skills and experience in this novel and fast-moving field.

Your mission

As a Database Engineer, you will administer our relational database platforms to ensure they remain online, secure, right-sized and have appropriate HADR solutions. This includes supporting blockchain payments and analytics based system built on PostgreSQL and MySQL hosted in both public and private clouds.

You will manage database across multiple data centres and cloud environments, automating routine tasks like patching and configuration management to free up time for more strategic engineering related initiatives.

What you'll do

• You will support our development lifecycle through feasibility, design and delivery to ensure the solutions we provide are automated, robust, scalable, maintainable and secure.
• You will promote and collaborate in the creation of solutions to drive automation, environment consistency, continuous delivery with an "everything as code" mentality.
• When appropriate you will lead on complex database tasks such as Information Lifecycle Management (ILM), very large table modifications, advanced query tuning and data-migrations
• Use your training budget and work time to keep up to date, and sometimes drive industry data platform trends and technology adoption.
• Collaborate with colleagues, application development teams, and with business stakeholders.
• Cross train peers in database development and administration. They will do the same for you.
• Provide out of hours production support as part of a 24/7 rota.

What you'll bring

• At least 2 years’ experience working as a Database Engineer supporting PostgreSQL and/or MySQL in a Production Environment.
• Public cloud experience using OpenStack, GCP or AWS
• A DevOps / automation first mindset, with experience using deployments with Ansible (or similar automation tool for config/admin)
• Practical Experience of the following using scripting languages or programming frameworks (Python, Bash, Java, etc)
• System administration and tuning of Linux-based servers
• Strong working knowledge and experience using code versioning tools like Git.
• Experience configuring and using CI/CD Tools (AWX/Gitlab/ArgoCD)
• Knowledge of containerisation (Docker/Kubernetes) concepts
• Experience supporting data warehousing (ODS/OLAP) technologies like Clickhouse, GCP BigQuery or DuckDB is desirable, but not a pre-requisite.
• Willingness to work as part of a 24/7 on-call rota.
• A team player mindset with ability to work autonomously in a dynamic environment and willing to take multiple initiatives forward at the same time
• Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
• Strong problem-solving, analytical and decision-making skills

What's in it for you (Spain)

• Private life and health insurance for you and your family.
• Four weeks per year to work from anywhere for eligible employees.
• Gym reimbursement.
• Company bus lines for convenient transportation applicable for employees Malaga based.
• Relocation package for you and your family including soft-landing package services to help you settle in (applicable for relocation to Malaga, if you are moving from a different city/country)
• Learning Pocket for personal development.
• A hybrid working model with flexible hours.
• 3 volunteering paid days each year.
• Generous referral programme.
• Workplace perks such as gaming room with darts, pool, ping pong table, foosball, consoles and much more! We also enjoy massages and a kitchen stocked with coffee, fruits, nuts and ice cream.

What's in it for you (London)

• Private life and health insurance.
• Pension plan.
• Four weeks per year to work from anywhere for eligible employees.
• 25 days of annual leave plus weekday bank holidays,.
• Learning Pocket for personal development.
• A hybrid working model with flexible hours.
• 3 volunteering paid days each year.
• Generous referral programme.

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Our Beliefs and Commitment to You! We value creativity and innovation from our diverse team. The Workshop welcomes candidates of all genders, orientations, disabilities, races, ages, nationalities, and beliefs. Great ideas come from great people who thrive on being empowered to improve our products and processes!

Our DNA We live by the motto "Experience First" for our customers, players, and employees. With 550 employees from 40 nationalities speaking nearly 30 languages, our offices in Málaga, Madrid, Auckland, and London focus on collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and well-being initiatives.

Our Culture: At The Workshop, we foster an inclusive and multicultural environment where diversity is celebrated. As an Inventor, you will thrive in an environment led by:

• Global Innovation: Join a dynamic company pioneering cutting-edge technology worldwide with an environment that encourages new ideas and continuous growth.
• Personal Growth: Explore new opportunities through internal mobility programs.
• Well-being Support: Benefit from initiatives promoting work-life balance and personal development.
• Community Impact: Influence the tech community inside and outside of The Workshop and mentor others as we shape the future together.