19 Database Administration jobs in the United Kingdom

Join a global IT services leader delivering mission-critical solutions in secure environments. They're hiring an experienced Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) , working on-site in Central London (5 days/week), alternatively Manchester .

You'll play a key role in database management, automation, and optimisation while supporting critical operations in a dynamic tech environment.

This is a permanent r.

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Within Future, Marketforce is the business unit focused on Circulation Newsstand in the UK and globally. With more than 30-years of experience, Marketforce leads the way in magazine distribution, global sales and marketing for a wide range of publishing partners which includes the Future portfolio. It is the #1 magazine distributor distributing over 200 million copies worldwide each year.

The Marketforce applications are bespoke and purpose built, on the foundations of Oracle (19c)/ ORACLE Forms (64bit) 12.2.1.3.0 and WebLogic 12.2.1.3.0 and Microsoft .NET technologies, using both waterfall and agile methodologies. The exception is our BI reporting tool, Business Objects XI (BOXI) , a proprietary SAP product. Developer tools and supporting products exist which are used to aid the ongoing developments of the applications.

Underpinning the applications is a suite of ORACLE distributed 19c databases, hosted on multiple ORACLE Data Appliance hardware.

This position requires the individual to become the ORACLE / ORACLE Forms technical expert for applications, BAU delivery, enhancements, developments and the primary contact for the business, each engineer also has to provide secondary cover for other applications based on their technology experience

What you'll be doing.

The Circulation Tech team of 10, consists of Project Managers, Business Analysts, ORACLE and Software Engineers. Additionally the team is the conduit for Infrastructure/ Networks based projects, working closely with an extended team to manage and deliver change through to Marketforce and its applications.

The team works closely with other partners:

• Future colleagues such as Finance (NetSuite) team, Editorial, Production, Tech & Engineering teams
• Marketforce partners such as 3rd party (non-Future) publishers, wholesalers, retailers, carriers, International distributors

Experience that will put you ahead of the curve.

• Experience in database development using Oracle PL/SQL
• SQL writing skills and data analysis using SQLPlus/ Toad/ SQL developer
• Experience in debugging and performance tuning PL/SQL code
• Experience in Oracle Forms 12c (Oracle Fusion Middleware)
• Experience with ETL processing, data extraction, transform and load
• Good problem solving and analytical skills
• Knowledge of database best practices
• A willingness to learn and develop

• Multi-tasking, prioritise and deliver and communicate accordingly
• Front facing with business stakeholders
• Strong communication and documentation skills

• Code management using GitLab
• Utilising Atlassian Jira and Confluence

What's in it for you…

We have a number of awesome perks available to our staff. We offer huge opportunities to learn and develop, whether through professional qualifications, exposure to incredible business projects or informal lunch & learns, hosted by your colleagues. We have a fantastic culture where we really do care about our people and want everyone to succeed. Varied roles mean you’re not pigeonholed in to one finite area but get the opportunity to develop a wide range of skills and experience

And to top it all off, not only do we offer unlimited holiday because we trust you to manage your workload and time but we also offer a share in our success whereby every colleague is eligible to join our profit pool bonus scheme - if Future hits their performance targets all colleagues may receive a bonus.

Internal Job Family Level T6

The expected range for this job is £33,000 - £50,000

Wh o are we…

We’re Future. We’re 3000+ colleagues over 250+ brands speaking to 400 million people every month across the globe through websites, events and magazines. We’ve got ambitious plans that build on our growth momentum and unlock new opportunities and we’re looking for talented people who want to be a part of it.

Want to know more…

Our Future, Our Responsibility - Inclusion and Diversity at Future

We have a voice and we’re going to use it. We promote diversity and inclusion not just in our recruitment processes, but everything we do. We’re an equal opportunity employer and we will continue to ensure our recruitment process is free of bias and our workplaces are inclusive, positive, free of discrimination and respecting of all backgrounds and beliefs. Our culture is underpinned by our values and employees - current and future - are treated with respect and fairness.

Please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments made so we can give you the best experience!

Find out more about Our Future, Our Responsibility on our website

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Senior SQL Server Developer - Cambridge - 50k

Please note - this role will require you to work from the office near to Cambridge 2-3 days per week. To be eligible for this role you must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK - this organisation is not able to offer sponsorship.

Are you a skilled SQL Server Developer looking to take ownership of data solutions in a dynamic environment? This is a fantastic opportunity to design and implement advanced SQL queries, build robust data pipelines, and deliver impactful reporting using Power BI.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and optimise complex SQL queries and stored procedures.
• Design and implement scalable data pipelines and ETL processes using SSIS.
• Create and maintain insightful reports and dashboards using Power BI or SSRS.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and deliver solutions that drive business decisions.

Required Skills:

• Strong SQL Server development experience.
• Proficiency with SSIS for ETL and data integration.
• Experience with reporting tools such as SSRS or Power BI.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary up to 50,000.
• Hybrid working model - 2-3 days per week on-site in Cambridge.
• Opportunity to work on meaningful data projects with real business impact.

To apply for this role please submit your CV or contact David Airey on (phone number removed) or at (url removed).

Tenth Revolution Group are the go-to recruiter for Data & AI roles in the UK offering more opportunities across the country than any other recruitment agency. We're the proud sponsor and supporter of SQLBits, Power Platform World Tour, and the London Fabric User Group. We are the global leaders in Data & AI recruitment.

Job Title: Senior SQL Server Developer

Location: Completely Remote role, can be Located anywhere in the UK!

Salary: 45k - 53k per annum depending on experience

We're proud to be a trusted leader in SQL development services, and in database, server, cloud, and application services. We enjoy helping our clients, many of which are well-known household brands, stay connected and supported.

The Senior SQL Server Developer will be responsible for developing and enhancing high quality data solutions for clients.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Undertake consultancy work to create and develop high quality data and/or BI solutions to a range of clients
• Work closely with colleagues and clients to analyse requirements and identify solutions
• Build functional and technical designs; build, document, test and implement as required
• Understand the needs of multiple clients and their users
• Combine high customer service standards with a strong commercial awareness to deliver high client satisfaction
• Take a proactive approach to assessing client's current and future requirements, providing advice and recommendations and promoting additional WellData services
• Represent WellData in a technical role in discussion with clients as needed, with the confidence to lead technical meetings where appropriate
• Ensure development and implementation support efforts meet integration and performance expectations
• There is no on call support requirement with this role
• Undertake ongoing training and professional development to support strong performance in job role and meet the needs of the Company, its partners and clients

Knowledge and experience:

• SQL Development
• Extensive knowledge of performance tuning
• Ideally BI Development included Data Warehouse architecture and development
• Requirements gathering
• Project scoping
• Effort estimation
• Development methodologies
• Source control
• Continuous Integration methodologies
• Testing
• Documentation
• Power BI/Fabric and/or other BI tools
• Ideally a good knowledge of PowerShell
• Very good understanding of the principles of database design
• Very good knowledge and extensive experience of relevant database technologies
• Very good knowledge of database performance and security optimisations
• Research into areas of technical interest and support colleagues by documenting and sharing technical know-how and providing advice and guidance to peers and helping to train and mentor colleagues
• Commercial awareness

Qualifications:

• Relevant certifications (e.g. Microsoft, Azure etc.) - desirable

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills with the ability to work effectively with groups and individuals including those with differing perspectives
• Ability to explain complex concepts and issues to non-technical experts
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to work logically from first principles to respond to novel, unusual, or particularly complex issues
• Strong customer service skills
• Strong organisational skills with ability to manage changing priorities and competing demands

Ability and aptitude

• Ability to create and maintain strong working relationships with clients and colleagues
• Willingness and aptitude to learn, keep up to date with developments in new technology with an enthusiasm for continuing professional development and willingness to achieve certifications relevant to job role and Company requirements
• Flexible and adaptable
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage own workload and productivity whilst working remotely

Benefits:

• Generous Pension Contribution Scheme matching contributions up to 10%
• Income Protection/Life Insurance
• 5 Weeks' Annual Leave with the opportunity to buy/sell up to 5 days per annum
• Company sponsored training allowing you to keep abreast of current technologies
• Paid Birthday Leave; Up to 2 days' Volunteering/leave year; Additional annual leave for long service
• Quarterly training meetings and get-togethers for all employees

Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role.

Candidates with experience of; Database Consultant, BI Developer, Data Engineer, SQL Server Specialist, Data Warehouse Developer, Data Analyst, T-SQL Developer, UK Remote Work also be considered for this role.

Senior SQL Server Developer - Cambridge - 50k

Please note - this role will require you to work from the office near to Cambridge 2-3 days per week. To be eligible for this role you must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK - this organisation is not able to offer sponsorship.

Are you a skilled SQL Server Developer looking to take ownership of data solutions in a dynamic environment? This is a fantastic opportunity to design and implement advanced SQL queries, build robust data pipelines, and deliver impactful reporting using Power BI.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and optimise complex SQL queries and stored procedures.
• Design and implement scalable data pipelines and ETL processes using SSIS.
• Create and maintain insightful reports and dashboards using Power BI or SSRS.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and deliver solutions that drive business decisions.

Required Skills:

• Strong SQL Server development experience.
• Proficiency with SSIS for ETL and data integration.
• Experience with reporting tools such as SSRS or Power BI.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary up to 50,000.
• Hybrid working model - 2-3 days per week on-site in Cambridge.
• Opportunity to work on meaningful data projects with real business impact.

To apply for this role please submit your CV or contact David Airey on (phone number removed) or at (url removed).

Tenth Revolution Group are the go-to recruiter for Data & AI roles in the UK offering more opportunities across the country than any other recruitment agency. We're the proud sponsor and supporter of SQLBits, Power Platform World Tour, and the London Fabric User Group. We are the global leaders in Data & AI recruitment.

Job Title: Senior SQL Server Developer

Location: Completely Remote role, can be Located anywhere in the UK!

Salary: 45k - 53k per annum depending on experience

We're proud to be a trusted leader in SQL development services, and in database, server, cloud, and application services. We enjoy helping our clients, many of which are well-known household brands, stay connected and supported.

The Senior SQL Server Developer will be responsible for developing and enhancing high quality data solutions for clients.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Undertake consultancy work to create and develop high quality data and/or BI solutions to a range of clients
• Work closely with colleagues and clients to analyse requirements and identify solutions
• Build functional and technical designs; build, document, test and implement as required
• Understand the needs of multiple clients and their users
• Combine high customer service standards with a strong commercial awareness to deliver high client satisfaction
• Take a proactive approach to assessing client's current and future requirements, providing advice and recommendations and promoting additional WellData services
• Represent WellData in a technical role in discussion with clients as needed, with the confidence to lead technical meetings where appropriate
• Ensure development and implementation support efforts meet integration and performance expectations
• There is no on call support requirement with this role
• Undertake ongoing training and professional development to support strong performance in job role and meet the needs of the Company, its partners and clients

Knowledge and experience:

• SQL Development
• Extensive knowledge of performance tuning
• Ideally BI Development included Data Warehouse architecture and development
• Requirements gathering
• Project scoping
• Effort estimation
• Development methodologies
• Source control
• Continuous Integration methodologies
• Testing
• Documentation
• Power BI/Fabric and/or other BI tools
• Ideally a good knowledge of PowerShell
• Very good understanding of the principles of database design
• Very good knowledge and extensive experience of relevant database technologies
• Very good knowledge of database performance and security optimisations
• Research into areas of technical interest and support colleagues by documenting and sharing technical know-how and providing advice and guidance to peers and helping to train and mentor colleagues
• Commercial awareness

Qualifications:

• Relevant certifications (e.g. Microsoft, Azure etc.) - desirable

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills with the ability to work effectively with groups and individuals including those with differing perspectives
• Ability to explain complex concepts and issues to non-technical experts
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to work logically from first principles to respond to novel, unusual, or particularly complex issues
• Strong customer service skills
• Strong organisational skills with ability to manage changing priorities and competing demands

Ability and aptitude

• Ability to create and maintain strong working relationships with clients and colleagues
• Willingness and aptitude to learn, keep up to date with developments in new technology with an enthusiasm for continuing professional development and willingness to achieve certifications relevant to job role and Company requirements
• Flexible and adaptable
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage own workload and productivity whilst working remotely

Benefits:

• Generous Pension Contribution Scheme matching contributions up to 10%
• Income Protection/Life Insurance
• 5 Weeks' Annual Leave with the opportunity to buy/sell up to 5 days per annum
• Company sponsored training allowing you to keep abreast of current technologies
• Paid Birthday Leave; Up to 2 days' Volunteering/leave year; Additional annual leave for long service
• Quarterly training meetings and get-togethers for all employees

Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role.

Candidates with experience of; Database Consultant, BI Developer, Data Engineer, SQL Server Specialist, Data Warehouse Developer, Data Analyst, T-SQL Developer, UK Remote Work also be considered for this role.

Job Title: Mid-level / Senior SQL Server DBA

Location: Completely Remote role, can be Located anywhere in the UK!

Salary: 50k - 65k per annum Depending on Experience, 26 days annual leave, 10% pension contribution, Life Insurance.

We're proud to be a trusted leader in database administration managed services. Our expertise keeps some of the nation's most recognisable household brands running smoothly, securely, and efficiently. At the heart of everything we do is a passion for solving complex challenges, ensuring our clients stay connected, supported, and ready for the future. The Mid / Senior SQL Server DBA will be responsible for ensuring the performance, security, and effective administration of client databases.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Configure and maintain a range of client environments including monitoring system health and proactively managing performance to ensure high levels of performance, availability and security.
• Extensive experience managing SQL Server Infrastructure
• Understand the needs of multiple clients and their users.
• Combine high customer service standards with a strong commercial awareness.
• Take a proactive approach to assessing client's current and future requirements, providing advice and recommendations to client's technical teams and promoting additional WellData services.
• Represent WellData in a technical role in discussion with clients as needed, with the confidence to lead technical meetings where appropriate.
• Install, upgrade and manage database applications.
• Undertake performance tuning of databases
• Develop processes for database security.
• Optimise performance and mitigate risk.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot database errors.
• Refine and automate regular processes.
• Perform scheduled maintenance and release deployment activities after-hours.
• Reviewing database architectures and provide guidance on implementing best practice
• Hands on experience of monitoring SQL Server
• Research into areas of technical interest and support colleagues by documenting and sharing technical know-how and providing advice and guidance to peers and helping to train and mentor colleagues.
• Track issues and record and document work undertaken
• Take part in an on-call rota to provide 24/7 on-call support as needed to any WellData client.

Knowledge and experience:

• Expert understanding of the principles of database design and maintenance.
• Expert knowledge and extensive experience of database technologies.
• Proven ability to fully administer critical and complex database environments.
• Extensive knowledge of security and database maintenance with experience of monitoring, troubleshooting and resolving database issues.

Experience in database installation, back-up, restore and maintenance including extensive practical experience of the following:

• Database back-ups, restores and recovery models
• Management of database access and security
• Database performance tuning and maintenance - identifying performance bottlenecks and index tuning
• Configuring and troubleshooting Replication
• Proficient in T-SQL and PowerShell scripting (desirable)
• Experience with SQL Server high availability and provisioning and configuring - highlight availability groups, log shipping, failover clustering, mirroring
• Knowledge of hardware and server configuration
• Experience with cloud platform technologies (Azure, AWS)
• Good knowledge of IaaS, PaaS and Managed instance database offerings
• Hands on experience with database migrations - on premise and into the cloud
• Experience with other database technologies e.g. PostgreSQL, Oracle, MySQL

Qualifications:

Relevant certifications (e.g. Microsoft, Oracle etc) - desirable but not a requirement.

Skills:

• Excellent planning and organisational skills with the ability to work on own initiative and organise own work at an operational level and deliver work for multiple clients to agreed timescales and standards.
• Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills with the ability to work effectively with groups and individuals including those with differing perspectives.
• Ability to explain complex concepts and issues to non-technical experts.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to work logically from first principles to respond to novel, unusual, or particularly complex issues.
• Strong customer service skills.

Benefits:

• Generous Pension Contribution Scheme matching contributions up to 10%
• Income Protection/Life Insurance
• 5 Weeks' Annual Leave with the opportunity to buy/sell up to 5 days per annum
• Company sponsored training allowing you to keep abreast of current technologies
• Paid Birthday Leave; Up to 2 days' Volunteering/leave year; Additional annual leave for long service
• Quarterly training meetings and get-togethers for all employees

Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role.

Candidates with experience of; SQL Server DBA, Senior SQL Server Database Administrator, SQL Database Administrator, Database Administrator (SQL Server), UK Database Engineer (SQL Server), SQL Server Engineer, Database Specialist (SQL Server), SQL Server Systems Administrator, SQL Server Consultant, UK Remote Work also be considered for this role.