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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Database Administrator (DBA) - **Company:** Aspire - **Location:** Camelford, UK (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £59,000.0 - £60,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Business Software, Cloud Database, Databases, Database Security, Linux, DevOps, Disaster Recovery, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Linux System Administration, Microsoft SQL Server, Windows Servers, MySQL, Oracle (Applications), Performance Tuning, Windows PowerShell, Standard Sql, Software Deployment, SQL Databases, Scripting, Google Cloud, System Availability, Database Optimization, Database Performance, Indexer, Database Migration, Database Monitoring - **Published:** July 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=ca2aac69d167b666 ## About the Role * Proven commercial experience as a Senior Database Administrator or similar role. * Strong expertise in Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, or PostgreSQL. * Advanced knowledge of SQL, database optimisation, indexing, replication, and performance tuning. * Experience with backup and recovery solutions, high availability, and disaster recovery planning. * Familiarity with Windows Server and/or Linux administration. * Knowledge of database security standards and compliance requirements. * Experience with database monitoring and automation tools. * Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills. * Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across technical teams. Desirable Skills * Experience with cloud database platforms such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud. * Knowledge of PowerShell, Python, or other scripting languages. * Exposure to DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and Infrastructure as Code. * Relevant database certifications are advantageous. ## Description We are seeking an experienced Senior Database Administrator (DBA) to join our growing technology team in Plymouth. This is an excellent opportunity for a database professional who thrives in a high-availability environment and enjoys optimising, securing, and maintaining business-critical database systems. You will play a key role in ensuring database performance, reliability, scalability, and security while supporting business applications and collaborating with infrastructure, development, and cybersecurity teams., * Install, configure, maintain, and upgrade enterprise database environments. * Monitor database performance and implement tuning strategies to maximise efficiency. * Design and manage backup, recovery, disaster recovery, and business continuity processes. * Ensure database security, compliance, and access control best practices. * Troubleshoot and resolve database incidents with minimal downtime. * Implement database monitoring, automation, and maintenance routines. * Support application deployments and database migrations. * Optimise SQL queries, indexing strategies, and database architecture. * Produce technical documentation and maintain operational procedures. * Mentor junior database professionals and provide technical guidance where required., Keywords: Senior Database Administrator, DBA, SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Database Administration, Database Performance Tuning, High Availability, Disaster Recovery, Database Security, Cloud Databases, Azure, AWS, Linux, Windows Server, SQL, Database Optimisation. ## Related Videos - [How building an industry DBMS differs from building a research one](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/768-how-building-an-industry-dbms-differs-from-building-a-research-one) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [MySQL Protocol Features You Should Be Aware Of](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100267-mysql-protocol-features-you-should-be-aware-of) - [Discover the open source trio you didn’t expect: .NET and PostgreSQL on Linux](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2042-discover-the-open-source-trio-you-didn-t-expect-net-and-postgresql-on-linux) - [#90DaysOfDevOps - The DevOps Learning Journey](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/548-90daysofdevops-the-devops-learning-journey) ## Related Articles - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers)