Database Systems Engineer

1 month ago


Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom Head Resourcing Full time £50,000

Database Administrator Role

Location: This is a hybrid position based in Glasgow, Scotland, with the possibility of remote work.

Salary: Up to £50k + bonus & benefits package.

Head Resourcing is seeking a highly skilled Database Administrator to join our client's team in Glasgow. This role focuses on maintaining the reliability, availability, and performance of database systems. As a key member of the Database Reliability Engineering Team, you will work on on-premises SQL Server estate and expanding cloud database systems.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage on-premises SQL Server estate and expanding cloud database systems.
  • Plan and implement high-availability solutions.
  • Monitor and tune performance.
  • Conduct capacity planning.
  • Ensure robust backup, restore, and failover processes.
  • Contribute to the development of cloud database systems.
  • Database Administrator/DBA duties.
  • Implementing automated processes to streamline database operations, configuration, and deployments.

Essential Skills:

  • Proficiency with Microsoft SQL Server.
  • Experience with infrastructure as code tools (e.g., Terraform, PowerShell).
  • Knowledge of database design, architecture, and security practices.
  • Understanding of always-on availability groups, security, and encryption (e.g., Always Encrypted).
  • Familiarity with source control and CI/CD tools (e.g., GitHub, Azure DevOps).

This role is ideal for someone with experience in databases and administration, looking to advance their career with a focus on reliability engineering and infrastructure as code.

Benefits:

  • Discretionary Bonus.
  • Private Healthcare.
  • Remote home working.
  • Further perks & benefits package.


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