Enterprise Database Specialist

3 weeks ago

Bexhill, East Sussex, United Kingdom Hastings Direct Full time
Senior Database Engineer

Welcome to Hastings Direct, a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become the best and biggest in the UK market. Our company culture is built on the 4Cs: Colleagues, Customers, Company, and Community. As a Senior Database Engineer, you will be part of a team that is driving our growth and success.

Responsibilities:

  • Support all elements of the SQL Server data platforms, including Analytics (Snowflake) data platform
  • Design, implement, and manage SQL and Snowflake environments with an automation-first approach to avoid manual processes
  • Monitor database performance, identify problem areas, and implement solutions to maintain stable performance in production systems
  • Work with vendors to evaluate and implement new technologies for improved performance and cost efficiency
  • Collaborate with other departments to understand data needs and deliver database and reporting solutions
  • Provide on-going performance tuning and administrative duties to ensure efficient applications and databases

Requirements:

  • Extensive experience in managing enterprise-level technical service delivery standards in a medium to large-sized organization
  • Hands-on experience working with SQL database technologies, architectures, ETL tools, loaders, and development and reporting tools
  • Microsoft SQL Server 2012 and above experience, including Database Administration, Database Tuning, and HA technologies
  • Experience with Microsoft Azure and database technologies, including AVS, Azure Native VM, Azure DB, Managed Instance, and Cosmos DB
  • Knowledge of optimization techniques and efficiency best practices in Snowflake
  • Knowledge of integration techniques between Snowflake and tools (ETL tools/reporting tools)

What We Offer:

  • A competitive salary based on experience, plus car allowance and annual pay reviews
  • A flexible and hybrid working approach, including days in the office and at home
  • A competitive bonus scheme, usually paid in March, based on Hastings' performance and personal performance
  • Private medical insurance, life assurance cover, and income protection at no extra cost
  • Discounts and cashback at everyday retailers, fee-free independent mortgage advice, and free access to financial wellbeing support
  • 27 days annual leave, with the option to buy or sell one of your contracted weeks, plus access to healthcare cashback plans, dental plans, and more

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