SQL Database Administrator (DBA)
Contract
Daily Rate: 450 - 575 (inside IR35 via umbrella)
Contract Length: 12 months
Location: Hybrid Working – Chester 3 days per week and remote 2 days per week
Our client is a dynamic organisation seeking an experienced SQL Database Administrator to join their team. This role is pivotal in maintaining the security, integrity, and performance of the company's database systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Administer, maintain, develop, and implement policies and procedures for database security and integrity.
- Design and implement data models, database designs, and table maintenance codes.
- Resolve database performance, capacity, replication, and distributed data issues.
- Manage SQL Server Integrated Services (SSIS), SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), and SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS) effectively.
- Implement high availability and disaster recovery solutions using clustering, database mirroring, log shipping, and AlwaysOn replication.
- Perform database performance tuning and diagnostics using SQL Profiler, Extended Events, and Database Engine Tuning Advisor.
- Write and optimise T‑SQL code, including views, functions, stored procedures, and triggers.
- Handle backup recovery, index design, and analysis.
- Upgrade and migrate SQL Server instances/databases as needed.
- Monitor system health and performance, ensuring high levels of availability and security.
- Analyse, troubleshoot, and correct database issues in real-time.
- Collaborate with developers for query tuning and schema refinement.
- Document changes and automate regular processes for efficiency.
- Work in a controlled access environment, adhering to industry baselines.
- Familiarity with ITIL service management processes (Change, Release, Problem, and Incident Management) is a plus.
- Engage with various teams and stakeholders, showcasing strong communication skills.
Required Skills and Experience
- 10 years of relevant industry experience as a SQL DBA.
- Proficient in PowerShell scripting and Windows Operating System Administration (Windows 2014+).
- Familiarity with BMC Remedy IT Service Management and different storage systems.
- Proven ability to manage large databases effectively.
- Excellent team player with the ability to work in a focused environment, responsive to urgent issues.
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