SQL Server DBA

Company: Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Limited
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Location: Sunbury on Thames
Job Description:

Database Administrator

SQL Server T‑SQLSunbury On Thames / West London(Hybrid – 2 days from home p/w)£60,000 – £65,000 base + excellent bens (see below)

Are you a skilled Database Administrator seeking an exciting new challenge in a collaborative, forward-thinking development environment? If you thrive on optimising SQL infrastructure, safeguarding data integrity, and partnering with development teams to shape scalable software solutions, this is a must‑apply opportunity for you.

A globally recognised technology leader based in Sunbury-on‑Thames is looking for a proactive Database Administrator to manage, secure, and evolve their core MS SQL Server environments. Operating on a modern hybrid structure, you will enjoy a fantastic balance of team collaboration and home‑based focus.

Key Responsibilities

  • Database Maintenance & Security: Manage and support MS SQL Servers, designing data backups, reviewing security procedures, managing user permissions, and applying crucial patches or upgrades.
  • Performance Tuning & Optimisation: Monitor, optimise and deliver performance tuning or modifications to software code and database migrations to ensure high availability and prevent data loss.
  • Development Collaboration: Partner closely with application developers on data models, system scalability, and security compliance using Azure DevOps.
  • Support & Documentation: Maintain content across production environments, write accurate technical documentation, update policies/procedures, and provide application training or backup support to the wider team.

Skills & Experience

SQL Expertise: Solid DBA experience with strong Transact‑SQL (T‑SQL) skills and deep knowledge of MS SQL Server administration.

Desirable Extras: Experience with C#, SSIS, SSAS, Power Apps, MS Access, RedGate tools (including database DevOps), or knowledge of JD Edwards (Oracle EnterpriseOne) data structures.

Benefits

  • Base salary of between £60,000 – £65,000
  • Discretionary bonus
  • 24 days holiday (on top of bank holidays) rising to 30 over time
  • 7.5% employee pension contribution, with options up to 10%
  • Permanent health cover, Private Dental, Worldwide Travel Insurance
  • £250 p/a towards gym membership
  • + more!

Click apply below to submit your CV and let’s discuss your next career move!

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Posted: June 27th, 2026