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Database Administrator -3133
| Posting date: | 28 October 2024 |
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| Salary: | £35,000 to £40,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Pension, Laptop |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 November 2024 |
| Location: | Northampton, Northamptonshire |
| Remote working: | Fully remote |
| Company: | Advocate Group Ltd T/A Homeclaims Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | DBA.28.10.24 |
Summary
Please refer to our website for a description of the company.
www.homeclaims.co.uk
We are looking for a Database Administrator to develop our IT Infrastructure from inception through to maturity.
Main Duties
* Identify and resolve poorly performing SQL queries by restructuring them, adjusting indexes, or providing alternative solutions.
* Develop best practices for writing SQL queries and ensuring efficient design.
* Offer guidance to consultant development teams when designing new systems from a SQL perspective.
* Perform the management and maintenance of SQL Server databases and processes.
* Ensure optimal system performance, availability, and security by proactively monitoring the system's health.
* Troubleshoot issues in real-time, resolving them or providing recommendations for resolution.
* Help implement and control SQL security policies in collaboration with the Head of Development.
* Automate routine tasks, track system issues, and document any changes to ensure smooth operations.
* Carry out scheduled maintenance tasks, including those requiring out-of-hours attention.
What Are We Looking For?
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Application DBA who thrives in a development-focused environment. The ideal candidate should be passionate about optimising database performance and have strong communication skills to work collaboratively with development teams. Key requirements include:
* Experience with SQL Server databases and processes.
* Strong ability to identify and resolve poorly performing queries.
* Knowledge of best practices for SQL query writing and database design.
* Experience in monitoring and maintaining database performance, availability, and security.
* Familiarity with implementing security policies and automating database processes.
* Problem-solving skills, especially under real-time pressure.
On offer is a competitive salary plus benefits and perks.
We welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
Hours Per Week:37.5
9.00am-5.00pm Monday to Friday.
30 mins unpaid lunch.
www.homeclaims.co.uk
We are looking for a Database Administrator to develop our IT Infrastructure from inception through to maturity.
Main Duties
* Identify and resolve poorly performing SQL queries by restructuring them, adjusting indexes, or providing alternative solutions.
* Develop best practices for writing SQL queries and ensuring efficient design.
* Offer guidance to consultant development teams when designing new systems from a SQL perspective.
* Perform the management and maintenance of SQL Server databases and processes.
* Ensure optimal system performance, availability, and security by proactively monitoring the system's health.
* Troubleshoot issues in real-time, resolving them or providing recommendations for resolution.
* Help implement and control SQL security policies in collaboration with the Head of Development.
* Automate routine tasks, track system issues, and document any changes to ensure smooth operations.
* Carry out scheduled maintenance tasks, including those requiring out-of-hours attention.
What Are We Looking For?
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Application DBA who thrives in a development-focused environment. The ideal candidate should be passionate about optimising database performance and have strong communication skills to work collaboratively with development teams. Key requirements include:
* Experience with SQL Server databases and processes.
* Strong ability to identify and resolve poorly performing queries.
* Knowledge of best practices for SQL query writing and database design.
* Experience in monitoring and maintaining database performance, availability, and security.
* Familiarity with implementing security policies and automating database processes.
* Problem-solving skills, especially under real-time pressure.
On offer is a competitive salary plus benefits and perks.
We welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
Hours Per Week:37.5
9.00am-5.00pm Monday to Friday.
30 mins unpaid lunch.