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# Database Administrator

- **Company:** Dx
- **Location:** Prescot, UK (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Airflow, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Backup Devices, Business Software, Cloud Computing, Databases, Data Infrastructure, Data Integrity, Data Retention, Disaster Recovery, Integrated Development Environments, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft SQL Server, Performance Tuning, Transact-SQL, Google Cloud, System Availability, Apache Spark, Database Performance, Star Schema, Databricks
- **Published:** October 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/database-administrator/51353939

## About the Role

Database Expertise: Proficiency in managing and optimizing MS SQL databases on premise and on Microsoft Azure.

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Technical Skills: MS SQL Server Management on premise and Azure Cloud, T-SQL, Python, Azure infrastructure, Spark, DataBricks, Airflow and dbt with element of Data Modelling (Star/Snowflake schemas).

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Performance Optimization: Proven ability to maintain high availability, performance, and security for database systems.

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Problem Solving: Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot database and server issues efficiently.

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Strong adaptability to work in a challenging development environment.

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Experience: Ideally, 5-10 years of relevant experience in database administration.

 * Cloud Experience: Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure or Google Cloud.

Personal Specifications:

 * Ability to manage multiple tasks at the same time.

 * Positive and self-motivated

 * Communicates easily, as liaising with development team and other IT teams will be a vital attribute for the role.

 * Approachable and excellent attention to detail.

## Description

The Database Administrator role involves managing and optimizing MS SQL database systems to support their critical business applications. The ideal candidate will have experience with MS SQL, database management, and cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud). This position offers a blend of office and remote work, with 2 days per week at their Liverpool Docks office and 3 days remote., * Database Management: Maintain and oversee the organization's database systems, ensuring they comply with data protection regulations and security protocols.

 * Infrastructure Maintenance: Design, implement, and maintain a secure and robust MS SQL database infrastructure to support mission-critical applications and optimize database performance.

 * Data Integrity: Ensure accuracy and integrity through stringent validation processes and proactive issue resolution.

 * Strategic Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams to develop and implement comprehensive backup, disaster recovery, and data retention strategies.

 * Capacity Planning: Assist in anticipating and accommodating growing data needs, contributing to strategic planning and decision-making.

 * Performance and Security: Monitor and enhance the performance, reliability, and security of the database systems, ensuring timely issue resolution.

 * Support and Troubleshooting: Support and troubleshoot database-related issues, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.