SQL Server DBA

Database Administrator
SQL Server T-SQL
Sunbury On Thames / West London
(Hybrid - 2 days from home p/w)
£60,000 - £65,000 base + excellent bens (see below)

Are you a skilled Database Administrator seeking an exciting new challenge in a collaborative, forward-thinking development environment? If you thrive on optimising SQL infrastructure, safeguarding data integrity, and partnering with development teams to shape scalable software solutions, this is a must-apply opportunity for you.

A globally recognised technology leader based in Sunbury-on-Thames is looking for a proactive Database Administrator to manage, secure, and evolve their core MS SQL Server environments. Operating on a modern hybrid structure, you will enjoy a fantastic balance of team collaboration and home-based focus.

Your

Key Responsibilities

Database Maintenance & Security:
Manage and support MS SQL Servers, designing data backups, reviewing security procedures, managing user permissions, and applying crucial patches or upgrades.

Performance Tuning & Optimisation:
Monitor, optimise and deliver performance tuning or modifications to software code and database migrations to ensure high availability and prevent data loss.

Development

Collaboration:

Partner closely with application developers on data models, system scalability, and security compliance using Azure Dev Ops.

Support & Documentation:
Maintain content across production environments, write accurate technical documentation, update policies/procedures, and provide application training or backup support to the wider team.

Your Skills & Experience

SQL Expertise:
Solid DBA experience with strong Transact-SQL (T-SQL) skills and deep knowledge of MS SQL Server administration.

Desirable Extras:

Experience with C#, SSIS, SSAS, Power Apps, MS Access, Red Gate tools (including database Dev Ops), or knowledge of JD Edwards (Oracle Enterprise One) data structures.

Benefits:

Base salary of between £60,000 - £65,000
Discretionary bonus
24 days holiday (on top of bank holidays) rising to 30 over time
7.5% employee pension contribution, with options upto 10%
Permanent health cover, Private Dental, Worldwide Travel Insurance
£250 p/a towards gym membership
+ more!

Click apply below to submit your CV and let's discuss your next career move!

If you've held any of these roles or used these technologies/skills, this role could be a great fit: MS SQL DBA, SQL Server Administrator, T-SQL Developer, Production DBA, Database Engineer, SSIS Developer, Database Dev Ops, Red Gate.

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