SQL Database Administrator

You will join a high-performing team as a SQL Database Administrator, acting as a subject-matter expert across both Azure and on-premise Microsoft SQL Server and MySQL environments.

This role will see you supporting enterprise-scale database platforms across production, UAT and development environments, ensuring optimal performance, availability and security.Due to the nature of the environment, this position is based full-time on-site within a secure facility in Manchester.

What you'll be doing

• Administering and maintaining MS SQL Server and MySQL databases
• Managing clustering, replication, backups and performance tuning
• Providing 3rd line support and resolving incidents via call management systems
• Delivering planned releases, patches and upgrades across environments
• Monitoring and optimising database performance, including storage and alerting
• Supporting space management and proactive system health checks
• Mentoring junior DBAs and contributing to wider team knowledge sharing, * Exposure to both cloud and on-premise database technologies
• Collaborative team environment with opportunities for knowledge sharing
• Engagement with a globally recognised consultancy

• Strong experience with Microsoft SQL Server (2016 onwards)
• Advanced knowledge of T-SQL, stored procedures and triggers
• Experience working with Azure VMs, Windows Server and Azure DevOps
• Hands-on experience with SSIS (package development, deployment and maintenance)
• Working knowledge of Power BI, including troubleshooting performance and access issues
• Familiarity with monitoring tools such as SCOM and/or Azure Monitor
• Experience using ServiceNow or similar ITIL-based ticketing systems

Qualifications

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate (or equivalent) - desirable
• ITIL Foundation - desirable