Database Administrator

1 month ago

London, United Kingdom Kaplan International Full time

**Database Administrator**

**Reference number**: JR235842

**Location**:London

**Working pattern**: Full-Time

**Contract Type**:Permanent

**Number of roles**:1

**Salary**: £65,000 Per annum

We are looking for a **Database Administrator **to join our team.

As a Database Administrator you will be responsible for maintaining the performance, security, integrity, and availability of our company's databases. You will work within our Data Platforms team and collaborate with our Data Engineers, Application Management and other development teams to ensure the optimal operation and integrity of our databases.

A detailed job description can be viewed here.

**What you’ll bring to the role**
- Demonstrated experience with SQL databases, particularly MS SQL Server, MySQL, AWS Aurora, and ideally Google Big Query (GBQ).
- Strong understanding of database architecture, design, and management principles.
- Proficiency in database monitoring tools, backup and recovery tools, and disaster recovery planning and execution.
- Knowledge of repository management for maintaining code.
- An active interest in understanding business context and requirements.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and internal customers.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills.

**Desirable skills**
- Familiarity with programming languages, particularly PHP and Python, or ETL processes, preferably Fivetran and DBT.
- Interest in data pipelines and experience with reporting and visualization tools, such as Power BI, Tableau, or Looker.
- Proven ability to take initiative, provide reliable estimates, and prioritize tasks in a multi-demand environment.
- Experience working in Agile Scrum or Kanban methodologies.

**What we do**

Kaplan International Pathways, a division of Kaplan Inc., offers international students a wide range of flexible study options - from University preparation programmes in the UK, Australia, USA and Japan through to full degree programmes in Singapore, Hong Kong and Australia. Through our academic partnerships with leading universities, our expertise in student recruitment, our exceptional teaching and a real focus on customer service and pastoral care, each year we are proud to welcome thousands of students from more than 100 countries through the doors of our colleges.

In the UK, we operate 9 campus-based colleges in partnership with Bournemouth University, University of Glasgow, University of Liverpool, Nottingham Trent University, University of Nottingham, University of Brighton, University of Essex, University of York and University of West of England, Bristol and an off-campus college in London offering pathways to 7 leading well-ranked UK universities.

**What we offer**

As well as a competitive salary, hybrid/home working where possible, and paths for career progression, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

- 28 days annual leave*
- Big discounts on Kaplan courses for you and your family
- 24/7 confidential helpline providing counselling and other support services
- Company pension contributions
- Maternity, Adoption, Shared Parental and Paternity/Partner pay which is well above statutory levels
- Medicash Health Cash Plan
- Please note that the annual leave entitlement will be calculated on a pro rata basis if the role is part time._

**How to apply**

**Application Support**

**Disability Confident Scheme and Reasonable Adjustments**

At Kaplan International Pathways, we're dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive global workforce. As equal opportunity employers, we ensure fair treatment for all employees, safeguarding them from discrimination based on protected characteristics as defined in the Equality Act 2010, and beyond.

Furthermore, we proudly endorse and provide a platform for our Employee Resource Groups, such as Kaplan Pride, Higher Ground Race, Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage Group, and Parents and Carers. These groups serve as vital forums for support, connection, and advocacy within our company

£65,000 Per annum

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