Database Manager – Lausanne (French speaking)
Our global end client in Lausanne is now looking for a Database Manager to take ownership of its database function. This is a key leadership role where you will guide a team of DBAs, ensure operational excellence, and shape the long-term strategy for business-critical systems.
What you will do
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Database Administrators.
- Ensure databases are secure, highly available, and optimized for performance.
- Define and implement database best practices, governance, and standards.
- Oversee daily operations: monitoring, backups, patching, disaster recovery.
- Drive automation and continuous improvement in database operations.
- Collaborate closely with development, infrastructure, and security teams.
- Manage database upgrades, migrations, and new technology adoption.
What we are looking for
- Proven experience as a Database Manager, DBA Team Lead, or Head of Database Operations.
- Solid background with SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, or equivalent platforms.
- Hands-on knowledge of performance tuning, clustering, replication, and HA/DR.
- Familiarity with some of the following cloud databases environment: AWS RDS, Azure SQL, Google Cloud SQL.
- Strong leadership, people management, and communication skills.
- Ability to balance strategic planning with operational execution.
Nice to have
- Experience with cloud migrations or hybrid cloud strategies.
- Knowledge of Big Data tools (Snowflake, Databricks, Hadoop).
- Certifications in database or cloud technologies.
- Exposure to DevOps practices (CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code).
Why join
- Work with a fast moving global end client in a strategic, business-critical role.
- Lead the modernization and scaling of core database platforms.
- Be part of a collaborative, innovative environment.
- Competitive salary and attractive conditions in Lausanne.
Ready to step into a role where you can lead, innovate, and make an impact? Apply now and join a team that values expertise and leadership.
Job Types: 100%, Permanent
Pay: CHF150’000.00 - CHF180’000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free or subsidised travel
- Parental leave
- Subsidized health insurance premiums
- Wellness program
- Work from home
Application Question(s):
- Do you have at least 3 years experience as a Manager DBAs / Databases? Please describe briefly role, company, team
Work Location: Hybrid remote in 1012 Lausanne, VD