13 Database Administration jobs in the United Kingdom

Oracle Database Architect

Opportunity: Permanent position
Location: 4 days onsite per week
Salary: Base £120,000 – £140,000 + attractive bonuses
 

Job Summary:  The Oracle Database Architect will lead the design, optimization, and governance of our enterprise Oracle database infrastructure. This is a strategic role that requires expertise in Oracle Exadata platforms and the ability to thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment while defining our database infrastructure strategy. The ideal candidate will communicate complex technical concepts effectively to non-technical stakeholders and ensure accurate budgeting for Oracle database technologies with strong security and compliance controls.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and execute enterprise database infrastructure strategy as primary technical authority for Oracle database architecture with a specialized focus on Oracle Exadata platforms
li>Lead deployment, configuration, and optimization of Oracle platforms, leveraging advanced features while establishing performance tuning methodologies and disaster recovery protocols
• Design data models, physical schemas, and partitioning strategies for high-volume workloads while overseeing database upgrades and patch deployment with minimal disruption
• Implement robust security and compliance controls within Oracle database environments, ensuring regulatory adherence and establishing access controls, encryption standards, and audit mechanisms
• Collaborate with development teams and effectively communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, including senior management and business analysts
• Manage vendor relationships, procurement processes, and license negotiations while ensuring accurate budgeting for Oracle database technologies and optimizing licensing costs
• Maintain technical documentation for architectures and configurations while developing database standards, best practices, and operational guidelines

Qualification Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related technical discipline
• Oracle certifications (Oracle Certified Professional or Oracle Certified Master) are highly preferred
• AT least 8 years of infrastructure experience working as an Oracle database architect
• Proven track record in high-pressure, mission-critical environments with 24/7 operational requirements
• Extensive experience working in extremely high-speed data processing and high-frequency data operations
• Extensive experience with Oracle Exadata platforms, including configuration, optimization, and troubleshooting
• Hands-on expertise with Oracle RAC, Data Guard, ASM, RMAN, and advanced performance tuning techniques
• Deep understanding of Oracle database architecture, including advanced features and optimization techniques
• Experience with Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM) for installation, upgrades, administration, and monitoring
• Knowledge of database virtualization technologies, particularly Delphix and virtual database deployment
• Understanding of database licensing models and cost optimization strategies
• Strong security and compliance knowledge specific to Oracle database environments
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders
• Proven vendor management skills, including accurate budgeting for Oracle database technologies, contract negotiation, and relationship management

To be considered, please ensure you complete your application on the Computappoint website. 
Services offered by Computappoint Limited are those of an Employment Business and/or Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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Are you a skilled Oracle Database Administrator ready to take ownership of critical systems that power operations across Europe? Were looking for a proactive, detail-oriented DBA to join our team based in Market Harborough. Youll play a key role in maintaining and supporting databases that underpin customer sites across the con.

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Adria Solutions has an exciting opportunity for a talented SQL Developer/DBA to join our growing client based in Manchester.  As SQL Developer/DBA you will work on a diverse array of products and systems using a variety of technologies in a time-pressured environment.

• Monitoring and maintaining existing SQL Server production databases and data warehouses
li>Handle common database procedures such as upgrades, backups, restores and migration
• Assist in solving issues with their existing database and help in developing strategies to avoid such problems arising in the future
• Optimise SQL code and configurations to ensure high performance and adherence best practice.

• Microsoft SSRS, SSAS and SSIS skills within a data warehousing and BI environment. 
li>Experience of working in an agile development environment.
• Proven understanding of change control processes (source control)
• Familiarity with BI technologies
• Demonstrable experience in database administration
• Some knowledge of BI and reporting principles
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Azure Cloud Experience

li>3 to 4 office based
• Pension
• Healthcare 

SQL Server DBA / Developer  – Manchester

Adria Solutions has an exciting opportunity for a talented SQL Developer/DBA to join our growing client based in Manchester.  As SQL Developer/DBA you will work on a diverse array of products and systems using a variety of technologies in a time-pressured environment.

• Monitoring and maintaining existing SQL Server production databases and data warehouses
li>Handle common database procedures such as upgrades, backups, restores and migration
• Assist in solving issues with their existing database and help in developing strategies to avoid such problems arising in the future
• Optimise SQL code and configurations to ensure high performance and adherence best practice.

• Microsoft SSRS, SSAS and SSIS skills within a data warehousing and BI environment. 
li>Experience of working in an agile development environment.
• Proven understanding of change control processes (source control)
• Familiarity with BI technologies
• Demonstrable experience in database administration
• Some knowledge of BI and reporting principles
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Azure Cloud Experience

li>3 to 4 office based
• Pension
• Healthcare 

SQL Server DBA / Developer  – Manchester

A product-focused software company helping project-based businesses thrive are currently looking for a skilled SQL Server DBA with Azure experience.

• 3+ years' experience in SQL Serverwith hands-on Azure SQL Database administration
• Strong T-SQL (queries, stored procedures, indexing, performance tuning)
• Proven experience maintaining, optimising, and scalin.

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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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.NET Developer, SQL Server - Global Fitness Movement - Melksham, Wiltshire

(Tech stack: .NET Developer, .NET 9, ASP.NET, C#, SQL Server, React, Angular 19, Microservices, Vue.js, TypeScript, Azure, Web API 2, Agile, Azure SQL, Programmer, Full Stack Engineer, Architect, .NET Developer)

Born in 2012 in California, our client began development on an app and website that made finding and booking classes effortless for fitness goers across the state. The company is now changing how people live their lives, bringing together a community of enthusiasts, helping people find the activities that make their true selves come alive or supporting small businesses and studios across the entire globe. They believe that being active is the key to living a happy and healthy life. Our client is now active in over 15 countries and continues rapid growth on a yearly basis.

It takes a team to make things happen and this team includes some of the most talented .NET Developer in the industry. They do not just have the best developers - but also the best karaoke stars, community activists and amateur chefs. Together, they are making the world an active place, which makes every day pretty damn gratifying.

They are looking for .NET Developer with excellent knowledge of object orientated development principles and technologies such as: .NET, .NET Core / ASP.NET MVC, C# and SQL Server. You will receive expert training on the latest technologies including: .NET 9, JavaScript, React, Angular 19, Microservices, MongoDB, Vue.js, TypeScript, Azure, AWS, Web API 2, Entity Framework, Node.js, Elasticsearch, Agile, TDD, BDD, Scrum, Kanban, Azure SQL and MongoDB.

All positions come with the following benefits:

• Annual bonus.
• Free medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Flexible work hours.
• £5,000 training allowance.
• Healthy (and unhealthy) snacks.
• Charitable giving programs.
• Casual dress - fitness wear encouraged!
• Team classes, events and happy hours.

There is no 'I' in team. By working with talented individuals and developing upon innovative ideas, the team continues to succeed and grow. They are a global movement with big plans for the future. It is an incredible opportunity so if you are interested, act and apply today!

Location: Melksham, Wiltshire, UK / Remote Working

Salary: £0,000 - 5,000 + Bonus + Pension + Benefits

Applicants must be based in the UK and have the right to work in the UK even though remote working is available.

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My client is looking for a Senior Data Engineer to join their expanding data team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a collaborative, insight-driven environment and is passionate about leveraging data to deliver tangible business value.

This is not a role for someone just moving data from A to B with Python its for someone who understands how to model,.

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We’re working with a well-established, family-run business in Worcester, proudly operating for over 30 years with a loyal team—many of whom have been with the company for 25+ years. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Software Developer with 2–3 years’ experience to join a supportive, close-knit team where your ideas are heard, your growth is encouraged, and your journey is truly your own.

You’ll work in a collaborative environment that values stability, quality, and innovation—while being given the freedom to develop your skills and take ownership of your work.

Key Skills & Experience:

• p>2–3 years’ experience as a Software Developer

• Strong experience with Microsoft .NET and C#

• Proficiency with Microsoft SQL Server

• Experience or interest in Blazor (advantageous, not essential)

The Role:

• Develop and maintain internal business applications

• Work closely with a team of experienced developers

• Learn and apply new technologies as part of your personal growth

• Contribute ideas and input into development best practices

• Be part of a business that values long-term relationships and employee development

What’s on Offer:

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A supportive and friendly team environment

• Opportunity to shape your own development path

• Long-term job stability in a well-established business

• Encouragement to explore new technologies and approaches

If you’re looking for more than just a job—something with a future, with people who care about your success—this could be your next step.

This role will require office bassed attendance initially then will move into a flexible hybrid approach