SQL Database Administrator

Join our values-led, charitable organisation that provides housing solutions to over 60,000 people in Sunderland. As an SQL Database Administrator, you will play a crucial role in our IT department, ensuring the smooth operation of our database systems to support our mission of delivering quality homes.

SQL Database Administrator

• Annual Salary: 51,250
• Location: Sunderland, Hybrid (3 days minimum per week based in our Sunderland head office)
• Job Type: Full-time

Day-to-day of the role:

• High Availability and Disaster Recovery: Configure and maintain solutions like SQL Server Always On Availability Groups to ensure business continuity. Develop and test database backup and recovery procedures.
• Performance Optimisation: Identify and address performance bottlenecks, optimise queries, and fine-tune system configurations for optimal performance.
• Development: Support the development of integration solutions and contribute to improvements and migrations involving both on-premises and cloud technologies.
• Version Control and Documentation: Manage database scripts and integration code using version control systems. Maintain comprehensive documentation of database designs and configurations.
• Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and deliver database-related initiatives. Communicate effectively to provide updates and address concerns.
• Troubleshooting and Support: Provide technical support, troubleshoot database-related issues, and conduct root cause analysis to prevent future occurrences.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in Database Administration, particularly with SQL databases.
• Familiarity with high availability solutions and disaster recovery techniques.
• Experience with ETL tools and processes (e.g., Informatica, Talend, SSIS, Azure Data Factory).
• Proficiency in version control systems (GitHub, Bitbucket).
• Strong experience in writing, maintaining, and troubleshooting Transact SQL (TSQL).
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
• A methodical and pragmatic approach to problem-solving.

Highly Desirable:

• Experience with open-source RDBMS such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB.
• Familiarity with the Redgate Suite of tools (Backup Pro, SQL Monitor, SQL Toolbelt).

Benefits:

• 31 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days per year.
• Early finish on Fridays.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Free Health Cash Plan, with cashback for various health-related expenses.
• Access to private healthcare through the Health Cash Plan.
• Competitive Aviva pension scheme (up to 10% contribution based on your personal contribution).
• Salary sacrifice electric vehicle scheme.
• Enhanced family-friendly leave.
• Car mileage allowance for business use of personal vehicle.
• Life assurance cover to the value of 3 times your annual salary.

To apply for this SQL Database Administrator position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in joining our team.