PostgreSQL DBA Location: London (Vauxhall) or North Bristol Onsite Days: 2 to 3 days a week onsite initially Rate: 620 to 728 per day based on an 8 hour day (Umbrella, inside IR35) Security clearance: Must hold live and transferrable SC and be eligible for enhanced SC Start date subject to transfer of SC with enhanced SC in progress Are you driven to work with cutting-edge technology and motivated to solve complex, meaningful challenges? This is an exciting opportunity to join a specialist team supporting UK National Security customers. Your work will help deliver secure, resilient systems that directly contribute to protecting the nation. About the Opportunity Are you driven to work with cutting-edge technology and motivated to solve complex, meaningful challenges? This is an exciting opportunity to join a specialist team supporting UK National Security customers. Your work will help deliver secure, resilient systems that directly contribute to protecting the nation. Key Responsibilities We are seeking an experienced PostgreSQL DBA with strong DBA expertise, particularly in PostgreSQL, to work within a T2 environment. You will be responsible will include but not limited to: Design and deploy a new instance of PostgreSQL. Administer and maintain the current Postgres environment, including: Storage management Query optimisation General DBA duties Collaborate with development teams to optimise Postgres usage, including: Supporting query optimisation Ensuring performance and reliability across applications Ideal Candidate Strong hands-on experience as a DBA within complex environments. Deep expertise with PostgreSQL administration and optimisation. Comfortable working within DevOps teams and supporting developers.
Nov 27, 2025
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PostgreSQL DBA Location: London (Vauxhall) or North Bristol Onsite Days: 2 to 3 days a week onsite initially Rate: 620 to 728 per day based on an 8 hour day (Umbrella, inside IR35) Security clearance: Must hold live and transferrable SC and be eligible for enhanced SC Start date subject to transfer of SC with enhanced SC in progress Are you driven to work with cutting-edge technology and motivated to solve complex, meaningful challenges? This is an exciting opportunity to join a specialist team supporting UK National Security customers. Your work will help deliver secure, resilient systems that directly contribute to protecting the nation. About the Opportunity Are you driven to work with cutting-edge technology and motivated to solve complex, meaningful challenges? This is an exciting opportunity to join a specialist team supporting UK National Security customers. Your work will help deliver secure, resilient systems that directly contribute to protecting the nation. Key Responsibilities We are seeking an experienced PostgreSQL DBA with strong DBA expertise, particularly in PostgreSQL, to work within a T2 environment. You will be responsible will include but not limited to: Design and deploy a new instance of PostgreSQL. Administer and maintain the current Postgres environment, including: Storage management Query optimisation General DBA duties Collaborate with development teams to optimise Postgres usage, including: Supporting query optimisation Ensuring performance and reliability across applications Ideal Candidate Strong hands-on experience as a DBA within complex environments. Deep expertise with PostgreSQL administration and optimisation. Comfortable working within DevOps teams and supporting developers.
LEDS - Database Administrator Clearance required: ACTIVE SC CLEARENCE NNPV is desirable Location: Croydon (Hybrid) Job Description: "Experienced Database Administrator for LEDS (SC &NPPV3 -SFIA 3/4) Ideally they would have the SC at least already, we can wait for NPPV3 Database Design & Optimisation: Ensure efficient schema design, indexing strategies, and query optimisation to support LEDS performance and scalability. Security & Compliance: Implement robust access controls, encryption, and auditing to meet security standards and Home Office compliance requirements. Backup & Recovery: Develop and maintain automated backup routines and disaster recovery plans to guarantee data integrity and availability. Performance Monitoring: Use PostgreSQL tools and monitoring solutions to proactively identify and resolve bottlenecks. Patch Management & Upgrades: Ensure managed AWS Postgres instances are at an appropriate patched version" 'This role requires additional vetting, which means this could take longer than our normal onboarding process. You will require additional vetting for this position, which means the process can take longer than the usual onboarding process
Nov 27, 2025
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LEDS - Database Administrator Clearance required: ACTIVE SC CLEARENCE NNPV is desirable Location: Croydon (Hybrid) Job Description: "Experienced Database Administrator for LEDS (SC &NPPV3 -SFIA 3/4) Ideally they would have the SC at least already, we can wait for NPPV3 Database Design & Optimisation: Ensure efficient schema design, indexing strategies, and query optimisation to support LEDS performance and scalability. Security & Compliance: Implement robust access controls, encryption, and auditing to meet security standards and Home Office compliance requirements. Backup & Recovery: Develop and maintain automated backup routines and disaster recovery plans to guarantee data integrity and availability. Performance Monitoring: Use PostgreSQL tools and monitoring solutions to proactively identify and resolve bottlenecks. Patch Management & Upgrades: Ensure managed AWS Postgres instances are at an appropriate patched version" 'This role requires additional vetting, which means this could take longer than our normal onboarding process. You will require additional vetting for this position, which means the process can take longer than the usual onboarding process
PostgreSQL DBA - Active SC, Pgvector, PostGIS Up to 500 per day (Outside IR35) London / Hybrid (1-2 days per week onsite) 6 Months My client is a high profile Consultancy who urgently require a Database Administrator (PostgreSQL DBA) with Active Security Clearance (Active SC) to work with a high profile end customer. Key Requirements: Proven experience as a Database Administrator (PostgreSQL DBA) Must hold Active Security Clearance (SC) Core development / maintenance and performance optimisation (sharding, partitions) Experience with clustering and extensions such as Pgvector PostGIS and AGE Data migration experience from existing database(s) to Postgres database(s) Ability to recreate existing data models and develop new data models in accordance with user requirements Nice to have: Immediate availability Awareness / familiarity with Defence Information Exchange Standards Working knowledge of UI integration including geotooling If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Oct 02, 2025
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PostgreSQL DBA - Active SC, Pgvector, PostGIS Up to 500 per day (Outside IR35) London / Hybrid (1-2 days per week onsite) 6 Months My client is a high profile Consultancy who urgently require a Database Administrator (PostgreSQL DBA) with Active Security Clearance (Active SC) to work with a high profile end customer. Key Requirements: Proven experience as a Database Administrator (PostgreSQL DBA) Must hold Active Security Clearance (SC) Core development / maintenance and performance optimisation (sharding, partitions) Experience with clustering and extensions such as Pgvector PostGIS and AGE Data migration experience from existing database(s) to Postgres database(s) Ability to recreate existing data models and develop new data models in accordance with user requirements Nice to have: Immediate availability Awareness / familiarity with Defence Information Exchange Standards Working knowledge of UI integration including geotooling If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Database Administrator Our client is urgently looking for an experienced Database Administrator to join their team on a permanent basis. Please note, the role is hybrid with travel to their office in Southampton. They are happy to arrange a specific frequency hybrid agreement that works for the successful individual. You will be well versed in Oracle, PostgreSQL and SQL. You will also be capable of undertaking performance tuning, ensuring high availability of systems, as well as the planning and executions of migrations. You will be rewarded with an excellent salary, as well as a brilliant benefits package including bonus scheme, annual leave, pension scheme (10% from employer, you don't need to contribute!), private medical insurance, income protection, medicash plan and many, many more perks! Database Administrator - Key Skills: Minimum of 5 years' experience working with Oracle and PostgreSQL databases as a DBA Minimum of 3 years' experience as a MS SQL Database Administrator using Microsoft tools Experience with various SQL Server version like 2012, 2014, 2016, 2017 and 2019, Oracle 10g/11g/12c/18c/19c, and PostgreSQL (latest supported versions) Expertise in database administration tasks such as backups, restores, and recovery models, database mirroring, replication, log shipping, etc Experience in performance tuning, query optimisation, and troubleshooting performance issues in SQL Server, Oracle, and PostgreSQL databases Knowledge of high availability and disaster recovery solutions for SQL Server, Oracle, and PostgreSQL Experience in designing and implementing security policies and procedures for SQL Server, Oracle, and PostgreSQL databases Experience with database migration and upgrade projects, including assessment, planning, and execution of migrations across SQL Server, Oracle, and PostgreSQL platforms Experience with automation tools such as PowerShell and Python for managing and monitoring SQL Server, Oracle, and PostgreSQL databases Database Administrator Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website
Oct 02, 2025
Full time
Database Administrator Our client is urgently looking for an experienced Database Administrator to join their team on a permanent basis. Please note, the role is hybrid with travel to their office in Southampton. They are happy to arrange a specific frequency hybrid agreement that works for the successful individual. You will be well versed in Oracle, PostgreSQL and SQL. You will also be capable of undertaking performance tuning, ensuring high availability of systems, as well as the planning and executions of migrations. You will be rewarded with an excellent salary, as well as a brilliant benefits package including bonus scheme, annual leave, pension scheme (10% from employer, you don't need to contribute!), private medical insurance, income protection, medicash plan and many, many more perks! Database Administrator - Key Skills: Minimum of 5 years' experience working with Oracle and PostgreSQL databases as a DBA Minimum of 3 years' experience as a MS SQL Database Administrator using Microsoft tools Experience with various SQL Server version like 2012, 2014, 2016, 2017 and 2019, Oracle 10g/11g/12c/18c/19c, and PostgreSQL (latest supported versions) Expertise in database administration tasks such as backups, restores, and recovery models, database mirroring, replication, log shipping, etc Experience in performance tuning, query optimisation, and troubleshooting performance issues in SQL Server, Oracle, and PostgreSQL databases Knowledge of high availability and disaster recovery solutions for SQL Server, Oracle, and PostgreSQL Experience in designing and implementing security policies and procedures for SQL Server, Oracle, and PostgreSQL databases Experience with database migration and upgrade projects, including assessment, planning, and execution of migrations across SQL Server, Oracle, and PostgreSQL platforms Experience with automation tools such as PowerShell and Python for managing and monitoring SQL Server, Oracle, and PostgreSQL databases Database Administrator Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website
Database Administrator Our client is urgently looking for an experienced Database Administrator to join their team on a permanent basis. Please note, the role is hybrid with travel to their office in Southampton. They are happy to arrange a specific frequency hybrid agreement that works for the successful individual. You will be well versed in Oracle, PostgreSQL and SQL. You will also be capable of undertaking performance tuning, ensuring high availability of systems, as well as the planning and executions of migrations. You will be rewarded with an excellent salary, as well as a brilliant benefits package including bonus scheme, annual leave, pension scheme (10% from employer, you don't need to contribute!), private medical insurance, income protection, medicash plan and many, many more perks! Database Administrator - Key Skills: Minimum of 5 years' experience working with Oracle and PostgreSQL databases as a DBA Minimum of 3 years' experience as a MS SQL Database Administrator using Microsoft tools Experience with various SQL Server version like 2012, 2014, 2016, 2017 and 2019, Oracle 10g/11g/12c/18c/19c, and PostgreSQL (latest supported versions) Expertise in database administration tasks such as backups, restores, and recovery models, database mirroring, replication, log shipping, etc Experience in performance tuning, query optimisation, and troubleshooting performance issues in SQL Server, Oracle, and PostgreSQL databases Knowledge of high availability and disaster recovery solutions for SQL Server, Oracle, and PostgreSQL Experience in designing and implementing security policies and procedures for SQL Server, Oracle, and PostgreSQL databases Experience with database migration and upgrade projects, including assessment, planning, and execution of migrations across SQL Server, Oracle, and PostgreSQL platforms Experience with automation tools such as PowerShell and Python for managing and monitoring SQL Server, Oracle, and PostgreSQL databases Database Administrator Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website
Oct 02, 2025
Full time
Database Administrator Our client is urgently looking for an experienced Database Administrator to join their team on a permanent basis. Please note, the role is hybrid with travel to their office in Southampton. They are happy to arrange a specific frequency hybrid agreement that works for the successful individual. You will be well versed in Oracle, PostgreSQL and SQL. You will also be capable of undertaking performance tuning, ensuring high availability of systems, as well as the planning and executions of migrations. You will be rewarded with an excellent salary, as well as a brilliant benefits package including bonus scheme, annual leave, pension scheme (10% from employer, you don't need to contribute!), private medical insurance, income protection, medicash plan and many, many more perks! Database Administrator - Key Skills: Minimum of 5 years' experience working with Oracle and PostgreSQL databases as a DBA Minimum of 3 years' experience as a MS SQL Database Administrator using Microsoft tools Experience with various SQL Server version like 2012, 2014, 2016, 2017 and 2019, Oracle 10g/11g/12c/18c/19c, and PostgreSQL (latest supported versions) Expertise in database administration tasks such as backups, restores, and recovery models, database mirroring, replication, log shipping, etc Experience in performance tuning, query optimisation, and troubleshooting performance issues in SQL Server, Oracle, and PostgreSQL databases Knowledge of high availability and disaster recovery solutions for SQL Server, Oracle, and PostgreSQL Experience in designing and implementing security policies and procedures for SQL Server, Oracle, and PostgreSQL databases Experience with database migration and upgrade projects, including assessment, planning, and execution of migrations across SQL Server, Oracle, and PostgreSQL platforms Experience with automation tools such as PowerShell and Python for managing and monitoring SQL Server, Oracle, and PostgreSQL databases Database Administrator Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website
