Senior SQL DBA - INTEC SELECT LIMITED : Job Details

Senior Database Administrator (SQL Server DBA) – FTSE250 client - HybridOverviewI am currently recruiting for a SQL DBA for one of my clients who are a FTSE250 financial services organisation. This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment, managing a diverse SQL Server and Azure SQL database estate, and contributing to cutting-edge database solutions.Role Responsibilities

• Administer and manage the SQL Server and PaaS estate across live and non-live environments.
• Perform database performance analysis and tuning.
• Develop and enforce best practices in database management.
• Collaborate with data development, Infosec, and Infrastructure teams.
• Plan and execute database capacity strategies.
• Ensure high availability and security standards across the database infrastructure.
• Provide technical support to developers and end users.
• Lead database-related projects, including upgrades and migrations.
• Automate processes using tools such as SPADE and DBATools.
• Participate in on-call and disaster recovery support rotations.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Proficiency in SQL Server versions 2016/2017/2019/2022 (Enterprise, Standard, and Express).
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-resolution skills.
• Experience with SQL Server Availability Groups and performance tuning.
• Proficiency in SSRS, SSIS, and SSAS administration and deployment.
• Knowledge of replication techniques, CDC, table tracking, partitioning, and auditing.
• Ability to design and implement database platforms, including capacity planning, patching, and migrations.
• Effective communication skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Desirable Skills

• Basic understanding of PowerShell scripting.
• Exposure to SQL Azure DevOps (CI/CD, Repos, Pipelines).
• Familiarity with non-relational databases like Cosmos DB.
• Experience in high availability environments and cloud platforms like Azure.
• Mentoring and team development experience.

Package:

• Up to £75,000
• + Excellent benefits
• Hybrid (3x week in Central London)