Senior Database Administrator

2 months ago


Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Connells Group Full time

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide technical leadership and guidance on database design, development, and maintenance.
  • Manage and optimize the Connells Group database environment to ensure high performance and reliability.
  • Collaborate with IT development teams and production DBAs to troubleshoot and resolve production system issues.
  • Work closely with the infrastructure and architecture team as a SQL developer to design and implement database solutions.
  • Own and lead SQL performance enhancement projects for the group.
  • Develop a deep understanding of the in-house application architecture and its impact on database performance.
  • Liaise with third-party vendors to resolve issues with bespoke systems.
  • Contribute to major projects and initiatives that drive business growth and innovation.
  • Enforce group security controls and best practices to ensure data integrity and confidentiality.
  • Document and implement all SQL configuration changes to maintain a stable and secure database environment.
  • Assist DBAs with SQL-related issues and provide guidance on database best practices.
  • Develop data collection processes to support business intelligence and analytics initiatives.

Requirements:

  • Excellent knowledge of T-SQL and SQL development best practices.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in SQL development and database administration.
  • Strong working knowledge of the Microsoft SQL Server stack, including SSAS, SSIS, and SSRS.
  • Understanding of development methodologies and ITIL processes.
  • Advanced monitoring skills across multiple technologies.
  • Understanding of SQL Server architecture to Microsoft standards.
  • Experience with automation deployment tools such as Azure DevOps and OctopusDeploy.
  • Knowledge of best practices and IT operations in an always-on, HADR environment.

Desirable Skills:

  • Ability to read and understand programming languages such as C# and Python.
  • Cloud services experience, including Azure SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS.
  • Experience with Azure Data Platforms, including Azure Data Factory and Azure Fabric.
  • Strong working knowledge of PowerShell.

About Connells Group:

Connells Group is a leading estate agency and property services provider in the UK, with a network of over 1,200 branches nationwide. We offer a range of consumer and corporate services, including residential sales and lettings, new homes, mortgage services, conveyancing, EPC provision, surveying, corporate lettings, asset management, land and planning, LPA receivers, and auctions.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, and we encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every qualification but are excited about this role and have the skills and experience to succeed.



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