Junior–Mid SQL Server DBA
We’re looking for a Junior–Mid Level SQL Server Database Administrator to join a skilled and supportive Data Services team where you’ll build on strong foundations and grow into a well-rounded mid-level DBA.
You’ll work alongside Senior DBAs and collaborate with infrastructure, development and support teams to keep the SQL Server estate secure, available and performing at its best — while gaining exposure to automation, modern database practices and cloud technologies.
What you’ll be doing
*Supporting SQL Server installations, patching, monitoring and day-to-day administration
*Managing backups, restores, health checks and performance monitoring
*Assisting with troubleshooting performance issues, blocking, deadlocks and connectivity
*Supporting database performance tuning, query optimisation and index analysis
*Working with HA/DR solutions and helping test recovery procedures
*Maintaining database security, access control and best practices
*Collaborating across teams on releases, improvements and SQL code reviews
*Documenting solutions and contributing to continuous improvement
What you’ll bring
*2+ years’ experience supporting Microsoft SQL Server in a DBA-focused role
*Strong SQL Server administration fundamentals and solid T-SQL skills
*Experience with backup & recovery strategies
*Exposure to performance tuning concepts
*Experience supporting production environments
*Strong problem-solving skills and clear communication
Nice to have
*SQL Server Replication or HA/DR exposure
*PowerShell or automation experience
*CI/CD awareness (Azure DevOps, Jenkins)
*Exposure to Azure data services or SSIS
*SQL Server or Azure certifications
Why join?
This is a great opportunity to develop your DBA career in a collaborative environment where learning is encouraged, knowledge is shared, and you’ll gain hands-on experience across a varied SQL Server estate.
Occasional out-of-hours work may be required for planned maintenance or critical incidents.