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# SQL DBA

- **Company:** Experis
- **Location:** Manchester, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** System Center Operations Management, SQL Azure, Windows PowerShell, Servicenow
- **Published:** August 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.experis.co.uk/job/sql-dba-6004273/apply

## About the Role

* Well versed in Microsoft SQL Server (2016 onwards)
 * Significant experience with T-SQL, stored procedures, triggers
 * Experience with Azure VM's, Windows Server and Azure DevOps
 * SSIS - experience in creating, maintaining and deploying packages through SQL Server Integration Services
 * Power BI - knowledge of Power BI report server, and an ability to troubleshoot issues around access and performance issues, perform upgrades and install SSL certificates
 * Basic working knowledge of SCOM and/or Azure Monitor
 * Experience working with ServiceNow or a similar ITIL system
 * Nice to have: Powershell, * Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate or equivalent certification (preferred).
 * ITIL Foundation certification (preferred).

## Description

The SQL DBA will act as a subject matter expert for Azure and on-prem Microsoft SQL Server and MySQL environments. The role supports enterprise-level database operations across production, UAT, and development environments, ensuring performance, availability, and security.
This role will be based full time in the Manchester secure room., * Administer and maintain MS SQL and MySQL databases, including clustering, replication, backups, and performance tuning.

 * Provide third-line support and resolve incidents via call management systems.
 * Perform planned releases, patching, and upgrades across environments.
 * Monitor and optimise database performance, including space management and alert log checks.
 * Mentor junior DBAs and contribute to knowledge sharing across the team.


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