Location: Cardiff (hybrid working 2-3 office days per week)
Employment Type: Permanent, full time
Think the AA is just about roadside assistance? Think again.
For over a century, we've been evolving and adapting. Today, as the nation's leading motoring organisation, we offer a wide range of products and services to millions of customers. From roadside assistance to home and motor insurance, and the latest driving technologies, we have it all. As we continue to expand, diversify, and modernise, joining us as a Database Engineer means you'll play a crucial role in our success and be part of this exciting motoring journey.
Our Chief Operating Office (COO) are the backbone of The AA, providing both stability and structure to support growth and innovation. We are the drivers of change.
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This is the job
We are currently seeking a Database Engineer to join our Digital Driving School team based in Cardiff. Our team is dedicated to redeveloping and supporting the Driving School's technical systems. As part of our tech team, you will ensure that our data infrastructure is optimised to deliver fast responses to end-users, our data is secure, and we can meet our RTO & RPO targets.
You will work with the Development team to ensure that production code is of the highest standard and help plan for the future as we build and scale-up a data warehouse to deliver analytics, insight, and reporting to the Driving School and wider organisation.
What will I be doing?
* Design and Build:Develop database performance and automation tools to enhance security, availability, monitoring, and alerting systems.
* Data Management:Own the database platforms, ensuring data compliance with GDPR and maintaining high data quality.
* Disaster Recovery:Develop, manage, and regularly test backup and disaster recovery plans.
* Access Control:Create and enforce database policies, procedures, and standards to ensure appropriate access levels.
* Data Integration:Assist in the design and delivery of a new data warehouse and enhance our data abstraction layer.
* Collaboration:Work with the wider tech team and other business functions to ensure best practices are followed.
What do I need?
* Experienced within an array of Database Engineering, Administration, and/or Management.
* Proficient in T-SQL Development, database best practices, security management, data engineering, and data integration tools.
* Strong understanding of Performance Optimisation as well as Data Governance within databases/platforms.
* Understanding of data platforms (On-Prem, Azure), agile methodologies, and database design.
* Ability to develop strong relationships with key stakeholders and work effectively in a team.
* Passion for working with the latest technologies and continuously developing both technically and interpersonally.
Additional information
We’re always looking to recognise and reward our employees for the work they do. As a valued member of The AA team, you’ll have access to a range of benefits including:
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays + holiday buying scheme
* Worksave pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution
* Free AA breakdown membership from Day 1 plus 50% discount for family and friends
* Discounts on AA products including car and home insurance
* Employee discount scheme that gives you access to a car salary sacrifice scheme plus great discounts on healthcare, shopping, holidays and more
* Company funded life assurance
* Diverse learning and development opportunities to support you to progress in your career
* Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme and a 24/7 remote GP service for you and your family
Plus, so much more!
We’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from everyone. The AA values diversity and the difference this brings to our culture and our customers. We actively seek people from diverse backgrounds to join us and become part of an inclusive company where you can be yourself, be empowered to be your best and feel like you truly belong. We have five communities to bring together people with shared characteristics and backgrounds and drive positive change.
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