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# DBA Manager

- **Company:** Aviva plc
- **Location:** Bristol, UK
- **Salary:** £57,300.0 - £71,600.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Oracle WebLogic Server, Databases, Middleware, Identity and Access Management, Linux Servers, Oracle Databases, Oracle (Applications), Service-Oriented Architecture, SC Clearance, Information Technology
- **Published:** September 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/dba-manager/47788753

## About the Role

optimise performance, and reliabilityQualifications for the DBA ManagerRelevant professional experience in database administration or IT infrastructure managementITILv4 qualification or higher - DesirableSecurity ClearanceThe successful candidate must be a sole UK National who is able to achieve and maintain SC security clearance and also hold additional clearances as required for the role.Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).What we offerGenerous holiday allowanceMatched contribution pension scheme, with life assuranceAccess to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+Employee share

## Description

skills while working on systems that directly enable national defence and infrastructure.Leading a team to deliver high-performing Oracle database and middleware servicesDeveloping project plans, allocating resources, and ensuring timely deliveryDriving continuous improvement through automation, optimisation, and best practiceManaging system performance, security, and availability across critical platformsCollaborating with technical teams to deliver new applications and system improvementsThis role is full time, 35 hours per week and requires on site attendance in Bristol 2-3 days per weekEssential experience of the DBA ManagerExperience managing database and middleware environments in complex systemsLeadership experience managing technical teamsFamiliar with Oracle technologies such as WebLogic, SOA Suite, Identity Management, and modern Oracle database platformsExperience working with Windows and Linux server environmentsStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the, ability to


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