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SQL Database Administrator

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13 months ago
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Spectrum IT Recruitment United Kingdom
£70,000 – £73,000 pa Remote
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16 Apr 2025 (13 months ago)
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Location: Camberley (Hybrid - 2 days per week onsite)
Salary: up to £50,000 per annum
About the Role:
We are seeking a skilled SQL Database Administrator (DBA) to join our client's team, responsible for optimising performance, improving system efficiencies, and ensuring the stability of SQL Server databases. You will play a key role in database design, data restructuring, and managing SQL backups while ensuring compliance with data protection and GDPR policies. Their SQL database processes vast quantities of data daily, including real-time customer quotations, making this a dynamic and impactful role.
Key Responsibilities for the SQL DBA:

Performance tuning and optimisation of SQL Server databases.
Enhancing system efficiencies to improve reliability and speed.
Designing and restructuring databases to meet business needs.
Managing SQL backups, disaster recovery, and high-availability solutions.
Implementing data retention and management rules in line with data protection and GDPR requirements.
Supporting and maintaining real-time data processing environments.
Collaborating with development teams to improve database design and performance.Skills & Experience Required for the SQL DBA:

Strong experience with SQL Server, including SSRS and SSIS.
Expertise in database performance tuning, troubleshooting, and optimisation.
Knowledge of data security, GDPR compliance, and retention policies.
Ability to manage high-volume, real-time data processing.
Experience with PostgreSQL (desirable).
A desire to grow into SQL development, coding, and data analysis.This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated SQL DBA looking to expand their skills in a fast-paced environment with a forward-thinking team. If you're passionate about database performance and eager to develop your SQL expertise further, we'd love to hear from you

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