Every moment counts. Especially those you live to the fullest. Welcome to Consort Group.

For over 30 years, Consort Group has been helping companies leverage their data and infrastructure. It is backed by two leaders, Consortis and Consortia, and places people and social responsibility at the heart of its values.

This is your future team

Established in 2021, Consort Portugal supports the strategic offshoring choices of our clients, particularly in Europe, and brings our expertise in infrastructure services to the Portuguese market. With a team of around 45 employees, our Service Center based in Porto is developing a dynamic nearshore business, offering the French and European markets an environment of excellence and high potential.

Database & Linux Infrastructure Engineer

This is your mission

Are you passionate about database administration, Linux infrastructures, automation, and continuous improvement? Then this position is for you.

As a Database & Linux Infrastructure Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring the stability, performance, security, and continuous evolution of database platforms and open-source infrastructures. You will act as a technical reference, supporting business-critical systems while contributing to digital transformation initiatives through automation, infrastructure modernization, and operational excellence.

Build side:

• Design and contribute to technical architectures supporting business and infrastructure projects.

• Develop automation solutions using Python, Bash, and Infrastructure as Code practices.

• Evaluate and implement modern technologies such as containerization and infrastructure automation.

• Support infrastructure transformation projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Define and implement best practices for database administration, Linux environments, and operational resilience.

• Collaborate with development and security teams to ensure scalable and secure solutions.

• Contribute to disaster recovery, business continuity, and infrastructure modernization programs.

Run side:

• Administer and maintain enterprise database environments, ensuring high availability and performance.

• Manage the lifecycle of databases and Linux platforms, including installation, configuration, upgrades, backup, and recovery.

• Monitor infrastructure performance, identify optimization opportunities, and improve operational efficiency.

• Ensure the security, integrity, and reliability of database systems and Linux servers.

• Troubleshoot incidents and provide expert technical support for critical production environments.

• Maintain technical documentation and operational procedures.

• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure service continuity and infrastructure stability.

• Support vendor management activities and validate externally delivered technical solutions.

This is your background

You have at least 3 years of experience in Database Administration, Linux Systems Administration, Infrastructure Engineering, or a related role within enterprise environments.

You enjoy solving complex technical challenges, automating repetitive tasks, and designing reliable infrastructures that support business growth and operational excellence.

This is your career path

You are looking for a role where you can combine database expertise, Linux administration, automation, and cloud-native technologies. You want to contribute to strategic infrastructure initiatives while developing your skills in modern DevOps and Infrastructure as Code practices.

This is your expertise:

• Microsoft SQL Server administration and optimization.

• Informix database administration.

• Knowledge of MySQL and/or PostgreSQL.

• Linux systems administration.

This is how you work as part of a team:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

• Ability to act as a technical reference and share knowledge.

• Proactive approach to continuous improvement.

• Strong organizational and planning skills.

• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.

• Adaptability in evolving technological environments.

• Ability to manage priorities and deliver results under pressure.

Language Skills:

• Portuguese: C2

• English: Professional proficiency (mandatory)

This is our commitment

At Consort Group, you are an expert who we support so that every assignment becomes a step that counts.

• Attentive and human onboarding

• A truly hands-on management style

• Continuous training opportunities

• Concrete commitments: inclusion, equality, solidarity

• A comprehensive HR package: health insurance, TR card, CSE

• A culture of feedback and meaningful projects

The recruitment process:

1. An initial phone call with our recruitment team

2. An HR interview and a job interview with a business engineer

3. A technical interview with one of our experts

4. A final meeting with your future manager or project manager

5. And if we're a good fit, we'll get started together

Good to know

Location: Lisbon

Contract: Permanent contract

Remote work: Hybrid depending on assignment

Job category: Database Administration / Linux Systems Administration / Infrastructure Engineering