Senior Database Architect

Siamo Group

Swindon, UK

15 days ago

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Role details

Contract type

Permanent contract

Employment type

Full-time (> 32 hours)

Experience level

Expert

Working hours

Regular working hours

Job source

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Tech stack

Amazon Web Services Microsoft Azure Backup Devices Business Systems Databases Data Governance Data Infrastructure Data Integration Data Integrity Extract Transform Load (ETL) Relational Databases Database Development

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Microsoft SQL Server MySQL Systems Integration Database Optimization Database Performance Data Management Api Design

Job description

We here at Siamo are delighted to be recruiting for an experienced Senior Database Architect to join the our clients IT team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping and supporting the core database infrastructure.

Working as part of a close-knit team of developers, you will lead the design, development, maintenance, and optimisation of database architecture, ensuring it remains secure, scalable, and fit for the future.

As the Senior Database Engineer, you will play a key role in managing and improving the database systems. You’ll use your technical expertise to ensure our databases are secure, reliable, and perform efficiently, while supporting the delivery of our digital services.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and forward-thinking organisation, where you can make a real impact and help shape the future of the College’s data infrastructure.

What’s in it for you?

Pension Scheme
Sick pay
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Free on-site parking
Free on-site fitness suite
On-site refectory
Cycle to Work Scheme

This Senior Database Architect will have the following responsibilities:

Design, maintain, and optimise the systems and database infrastructure
Build and manage ETL processes and system integrations
Monitor database performance, security, and data integrity
Ensure compliance with data governance and GDPR requirements
Collaborate with IT teams and third-party providers on database solutions
Provide technical guidance and support on database technologies

Requirements

Strong experience with SQL Server, MySQL, or similar relational databases
Experience building and maintaining ETL processes and data integrations
Knowledge of database performance tuning, security, and backup procedures
Understanding of data governance, GDPR, and data management best practices
Experience working with APIs and integrating multiple business systems
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
Able to work independently while collaborating effectively with technical and non-technical teams
Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS would be advantageous