SQL Database Administrator

TXP
Birmingham, West Midlands (county), United Kingdom
3 weeks ago
£450 – £500 pd

Salary

£450 – £500 pd

Posted
27 Mar 2026 (3 weeks ago)

Job title: SQL Database Administrator

Location: Birmingham (Hybrid)

Contract Length (3 months initial)

Our client is looking for a skilled SQL Database Administrator to take ownership of their data systems and play a key role in shaping their future data strategy. This is an opportunity to lead the design, optimisation, and governance of their databases and pipelines while working closely with technical and business stakeholders across the firm.

What you'll do

Lead and evolve the DBA strategy.

Own and maintain database architecture across data warehouses and operational systems.

Design schemas, optimise queries, and ensure database health and performance.

Manage backup, recovery, and RPO/RTO processes in line with ISO22301.

Implement and audit database security controls to support ISO27001 compliance.

Oversee ETL/ELT pipelines and ensure data quality and resilience.

Monitor performance, plan for growth, and troubleshoot issues.

Manage change control, versioning, and governance across data systems.

Collaborate with architects and stakeholders to deliver reliable, scalable data solutions.

Create and track KPIs, documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Contribute hands‑on through coding, configuration, and problem resolution.What you'll bring

Strong SQL skills and experience with major RDBMS (SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Oracle) and cloud platforms (Azure SQL, Snowflake).

Experience with ETL/ELT tools such as SSIS, dbt, or Azure Data Factory.

Solid understanding of data modelling and data warehousing principles.

Proven ability to diagnose and optimise performance issues.

Knowledge of security standards, data protection (GDPR), and backup/recovery best practice.

Experience leading projects, managing stakeholders, and delivering quality solutions.

Excellent communication, analytical thinking, and organisational skills.

If this sound like the job for you, please forward an up-to-date copy of your CV and apply now

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