Database Administrator (DBA)
Please read the following job description thoroughly to ensure you are the right fit for this role before applying.
Bedford (Hybrid)
£43,000 per annum
Permanent
Full time (37 hours per week)
About them:
Their residents, shared owners and leaseholders are at the core of everything they do. With every employee playing an important part in ensuring they continue to provide them with excellent customer service and maintaining their role as a responsible landlord. They are seeking an experienced and motivated Database Administrator (DBA) to join their Infrastructure team.
This is a hybrid role based between home and Head Office at Bedford Heights. The DBA will be responsible for the performance, integrity, and security of their databases as well as (but not limited to) planning, development, and troubleshooting to ensure the smooth operation of database systems.
What you will be doing:
Design, install, configure, and maintain database systems.
Monitor and optimize the performance of the database, including SQL tuning.
Implement and maintain database security policies and procedures to ensure the safety of data.
Develop, implement, and test backup and recovery plans.
Ensure the integrity of the database, guaranteeing that data is accurate and consistent.
Identify and resolve database issues, ensuring minimal downtime.
Provide support to users, assisting with database-related technical issues.
Create and maintain documentation.
Ensure databases meet compliance standards, including GDPR, HIPAA, etc.
Work closely with the Corporate Programme Office, IT project managers, developers, and other team members to meet goals.
Any other duties as reasonably required.
Theyd love to meet someone with:
Proven working experience as a Database Administrator.
Relevant degree and/or DPA-related certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified Database Administrator
Hands-on experience with database standards and end-user applications, excellent knowledge of data backup, recovery, security, integrity, and SQL.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Experience with Microsoft Azure.
Familiarity with NoSQL databases.
Knowledge of automation tools.
Please note the successful candidate will need to complete a basic DBS application.
Amongst what they offer you is:
A competitive salary
28 days holiday PLUS Bank Holidays
A generous contributory pension scheme
Private health care
Free life assurance
Access to an extensive suite of wellbeing services and tools including a digital gym
Opportunities for learning and development
Discounted gym membership
Retail discount scheme
Hybrid working
Closing date: 26th February 2025
Interview date: To be confirmed
They reserve the right to close this recruitment if it is deemed that they have received a suitable number of applications. On this basis they would advise that applications are submitted as soon as possible.