46 Senior Database Administrator jobs in the United Kingdom

Sword is a leading provider of business technology solutions within the Energy, Public and Finance Sectors, driving transformational change within our clients.  We use proven technology, specialist teams and domain expertise to build solid technical foundations across platforms, data, and business applications.  We have a passion for using technology to solve business problems, working in partnership with our clients to help in achieving their goals. 

About the Role:

As a SQL Server Database Administrator, you’ll be at the heart of keeping our clients’ most critical systems running — fast, secure, and resilient. This isn’t just about maintaining databases; it’s about shaping how they perform today and scale for the future.

You’ll take ownership of performance tuning, production support, and database management across both production and non-production environments. From optimising queries and managing high availability to tightening security and driving automation, your expertise will make a tangible difference every day.

Beyond the technical delivery, you’ll also play a part in process improvement, knowledge sharing, and helping raise best practice standards within the DBA team — ensuring Sword continues to deliver database services our clients can rely on with confidence.

As the SQL Server Database Administrator, you will:

• Configure, maintain, and optimise a range of SQL Server environments to ensure performance, availability, and security.

• Monitor database health across production and non-production systems, proactively resolving performance bottlenecks and issues.
• Install, upgrade, and manage SQL Server database applications.
• Perform in-depth performance tuning, including query optimisation, index management, and resource analysis.
• Develop and implement robust database security processes, including access control and credential management.
• Configure, monitor, and troubleshoot replication, log shipping, clustering, mirroring, and Always On Availability Groups.
• Refine and automate regular maintenance tasks such as backups, index rebuilds, and statistics updates.
• Deliver scheduled maintenance and release deployments, including occasional after-hours work.
• Review database architectures and provide guidance on SQL Server best practice.
• Maintain hands-on use of SQL Server monitoring tools and techniques.
• Research emerging database technologies and share insights through documentation, mentoring, and knowledge

• Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent
• Proven experience as a MongoDB DBA or similar role (4+ years recommended)
• Strong understanding of MongoDB architecture, including sharding, replication, and indexing
• Experience working with MongoDB Atlas or self-managed clusters
• Proficiency with Linux systems and shell scripting
• Familiarity with monitoring tools and performance tuning techniques
• Experience with backup and disaster recovery processes
• Review the current Debezium deployment architecture, including Oracle connector configuration, Kafka integration, and downstream consumers.
• Analyze Oracle database setup for CDC compatibility (e.g., redo log configuration, supplemental logging, privileges).
• Evaluate connector performance, lag, and error handling mechanisms.
• Identify bottlenecks, misconfigurations, or anti-patterns in the current implementation.
• Provide a detailed report with findings, best practices, and actionable recommendations.
• Optionally, support implementation of recommended changes and performance tuning.

Skills :

• 4 + years of experience as a MongoDB DBA in production environments
• Deep expertise in MongoDB architecture, including replication, sharding, backup, and recovery
• Strong hands-on experience with Debezium, especially the Oracle connector (LogMiner).
• Deep understanding of Oracle internals relevant to CDC: redo logs, SCNs, archive log mode, supplemental logging.
• Proficiency with Apache Kafka and Kafka ecosystem tools.
• Experience with monitoring and debugging Debezium connectors in production environments.
• Ability to analyze logs, metrics, and connector configurations to identify root causes of issues.
• Strong documentation and communication skills for delivering technical assessments.

Edge :

• MongoDB Certified DBA Associate or higher.
• Exposure to containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes) and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, etc.).
• RedHat Certifications concerning Kafka or Debezium

• Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent
• Proven experience as a MongoDB DBA or similar role (4+ years recommended)
• Strong understanding of MongoDB architecture, including sharding, replication, and indexing
• Experience working with MongoDB Atlas or self-managed clusters
• Proficiency with Linux systems and shell scripting
• Familiarity with monitoring tools and performance tuning techniques
• Experience with backup and disaster recovery processes
• Review the current Debezium deployment architecture, including Oracle connector configuration, Kafka integration, and downstream consumers.
• Analyze Oracle database setup for CDC compatibility (e.g., redo log configuration, supplemental logging, privileges).
• Evaluate connector performance, lag, and error handling mechanisms.
• Identify bottlenecks, misconfigurations, or anti-patterns in the current implementation.
• Provide a detailed report with findings, best practices, and actionable recommendations.
• Optionally, support implementation of recommended changes and performance tuning.

Skills :

• 4 + years of experience as a MongoDB DBA in production environments
• Deep expertise in MongoDB architecture, including replication, sharding, backup, and recovery
• Strong hands-on experience with Debezium, especially the Oracle connector (LogMiner).
• Deep understanding of Oracle internals relevant to CDC: redo logs, SCNs, archive log mode, supplemental logging.
• Proficiency with Apache Kafka and Kafka ecosystem tools.
• Experience with monitoring and debugging Debezium connectors in production environments.
• Ability to analyze logs, metrics, and connector configurations to identify root causes of issues.
• Strong documentation and communication skills for delivering technical assessments.

Edge :

• MongoDB Certified DBA Associate or higher.
• Exposure to containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes) and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, etc.).
• RedHat Certifications concerning Kafka or Debezium

Database Administrator Engineer - Cloud (Azure Focused)

Location: Hybrid / Leeds

Type: Permanent | Full-Time

The Opportunity

An international organisation at the forefront of digital transformation is seeking a Cloud-fo ance optimisation.

Role Overview

As a Database Administrator Engineer , you'll be responsible for the design, deployment, and ongoing optimisation of both development and production databa.

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SQL Database Administrator

Agile Hybrid Homeworking (office base Norwich)

Full time, 37 hours a week, Monday – Friday

Starting Salary at £31,305 per annum, with future progression opportunities to £33,302 per annum.

Permanent Contract

About the role

SQL is the backbone of modern databases, allowing businesses to store, manage and retrieve critical information with precision. Broadland Housing Association are recruiting for an experienced SQL Database Administrator who will manage and maintain the business database systems to optimise performance and security. This role will involve:

• Identifying technical problems and incidents: managing, coordinating and prioritisation of tasks to resolve technical incidents in a timely manner.
• Developing and documenting change requests to improve control / reduce risk to security performance and availability.
• Creating technical and functional documentation to ensure that it is reviewed and maintained accurately

About You

The successful candidate will have experience working in database administration and have strong knowledge of database management systems such as SQL Server. The candidate must have exposure to working with database backup and recovery procedures.

All team members and colleagues working for Broadland will always be expected to act in a manner that is consistent with our corporate values and behaviours, as detailed in the job description. 

About Us

Broadland Housing Association offers more than 5,700 quality homes across Norfolk and North Suffolk believing that everyone deserves a home that meets their needs; we offer a caring, effective and high-quality service that is fair to everyone. We are one of the top 25 Housing Organisations to work for in the UK and feature in the top 50 organisations to work for in the East of England.

We are a Hybrid Homeworking employer and provide the team with the tools to work from home (approx. 60% home and 40% office split). As the role requires attendance at Broadland premises candidates must live within a 75-minute commute of their office location (Norwich, NR1 1HU).

We offer staff many great benefits such as:

• Enhanced annual leave starting from 22 days, plus a day off for your Birthday, a Volunteering Day and a Personal day.
• Generous contributory pension scheme.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme to support you when you need it.
• Health Cash Plan – claiming for things such as Eye Tests and Prescriptions as well as many other wellness and money saving perks.
• Utilities Allowance to support Hybrid Home Workers.
• Lots of Training Opportunities.
• And many more – Please see our Benefits Document available on our website!

For full details or to apply, please visit our website:

Careers - Broadland Housing Association or if you have any questions regarding this role or any other vacancies at Broadland Housing Association, please contact our recruitment line on and leave a message.

Closing date: Midnight on Sunday 14 September 2025

Senior Database Administrator

• Hybrid working: Only 2 days per week onsite in Southampton
• Salary: 62,000 + bonus
• Benefits: Pension, healthcare, career development
• Career growth: Genuine opportunities to progress within a world-class tech company

Are you an experienced SQL Server expert looking for your next big challenge?
Join a global tech leader where innovation, high performance, and career growth are at the heart of everything they do. This is your chance to make a real impact as a Senior DBA , working on mission-critical systems in a cutting-edge environment.

What you'll be doing:

• Install, configure, upgrade, monitor, and maintain multiple SQL Server databases in a 24/7 environment
• Optimise database and application performance
• Manage backup and recovery policies and procedures
• Implement robust database security measures
• Create, maintain, and monitor SQL scripts and processes
• Collaborate with both technical and non-technical teams to solve complex challenges

What we're looking for:

• 5+ years' experience managing mission-critical SQL Server databases
• Strong T-SQL programming skills
• Experience with database replication and Availability Groups
• Proven problem-solving ability and a track record of meeting deadlines
• Excellent communication skills for cross-team collaboration

Desirable skills (not essential, but a big plus):

• SSAS, SSRS, SSIS
• Kafka, MSK, Snowflake, Aurora DB, SNS
• AWS or Azure database management

If you're ready to join a company that challenges limits, delivers excellence, and offers a truly rewarding career path, we want to hear from you.

If you have the skills required then please send your CV to (url removed)

Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

SQL Database Administrator with strong SQL server performance tuning, T-SQL development and HA/DR is sought by a data & digital innovation company based near Birmingham (long term remote working available).

With a 30-year history of delivering end to end digital solutions for a national client base this individual will form part of the senior technical operational team auditing, reporting and implementing business critical database improvements.

This SQL Database Administrator can expect a high level of autonomy to drive technical improvements working closely with senior stakeholders to help the business scale through innovation so experience working within a high growth SME, MSP or consultancy would be a real plus.

This role would suit an administrator with the technical skill set to work operationally with the stakeholder engagement skills to work with internal stakeholders to drive change.

In return this SQL Database Administrator can expect a clear progression pathway with award winning career development support.

This SQL Database Administrator based near Birmingham should have most of the following key skills:

- Proven experience working as a hands on SQL DBA supporting enterprise grade internal systems
- T-SQL development experience
- Performance tuning exposure
- Experience working in a SME, scale up, MSP or consultancy environment would be useful
- Experience working with senior stakeholders to understand their functional requirements translating these to technical system improvements
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

This SQL Database Administrator will receive:

- Starting salary of up to £70,000 DoE
- Bonus scheme
- Hybrid, flexible working with the occasional trip to the Birmingham HQ
- Flexible working hours
- Clear progression pathway
- Personal development scheme with training budget and time allocation
- Private pension scheme
- Regular team socials
- Fast paced, autonomous culture
- Regular remuneration reviews

So if you are a SQL DBA and like the sound of joining a high growth, dynamic business that with excellent progression opportunities then please click apply now to be considered.

SQL Database Administrator
SQL server, T-SQL, MySQL SSRS, SSIS, AzureSQL

Senior Database Administrator

Location: RG7 4PR , located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking .

Package: 50,060 - 70,000 (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience)

Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight.

Clearance Level: You will need to obtain and maintain DV security clearance for the role. This will be funded by AWE. The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 10 years in order to apply for DV clearance.

Due to the classified nature of the work involved, there are limited opportunities to work from home in this role. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will spend the majority of their time working on site at AWE Aldermaston.

Ready to play your part?

At AWE, it's not just a job, it's far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part?

AWE is currently recruiting for a Senior Database Administrator for the Operational Application Services group.

AWE are embarking upon a business-wide transformation and our databases are central to our success. We seek a forward-thinking Senior DBA to join our team of database administrators looking after SQL Server and Oracle databases across on-premise and cloud platforms. Our databases underpin what we do from 3rd party application support, in-house development, data warehousing and business intelligence capability.

What you'll do:

• Provide primary support for MS SQL and Oracle database environments including daily operations, backup and recovery, performance monitoring, tuning, and production support
• Install, upgrade, patch and manage the Oracle and MS SQL database estate
• Respond to incidents as appropriate to maintain/resume service
• Work with 3rd party suppliers as necessary to meet operational demands
• Define and test disaster recovery plans
• Coach and mentor junior members of the DBA team
• Define and implement best practises and standards with a focus on database security and auditing, ensuring database estate complies with industry best practices and AWE security requirements.
• Evaluate and deploy new database technologies including monitoring solutions
• Continual process improvement with a focus on automation of repeatable tasks

Who are we looking for?

We do need you to have the following:

• Good, demonstrable knowledge of administering SQL Server (SQL2014, SQL2019) and Oracle (19c) databases
• Experience of deploying Oracle WebLogic and Oracle Enterprise Manager
• Knowledge of SQL Database services within MS Azure

Whilst not to be considered a tick list, we'd like you to have experience in some of the following:

• Experience with design/development of databases
• Great communication skills - translate technical to non-technical and vice-versa
• Strong command of SQL and SQL server tools
• PowerShell and Unix Shell Scripting skills
• Advanced knowledge of database security, backup and recovery, and performance monitoring standards

You'll need to have the ability to work calmly and constructively in a priority changing environment and be able to manage your own workload. You will also have initiative, enthusiasm, a flexible approach, and ability to work to tight deadlines.

Work hard, be rewarded:

We ask a lot and set the bar high because our work truly matters. In return we offer balance, with award winning benefits including:

• 9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave.
• Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions).
• Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay.
• Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body.
• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services.
• Life Assurance (4 x annual salary).
• Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending.
• Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring.

The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'.

Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants. Any inclusion information you provide will be stored in accordance with GDPR and kept separate from your application form and CV, and the information will not be shared with anyone involved in interviewing or making hiring decisions.

Next steps:

Everyone who works at AWE brings unique skills and perspectives to the table. We recognise that great people don't always 'tick every box'. That's why we focus on your potential, your fit with our values, your transferable skills as well as your experience. Even if you don't meet every point above, but you feel that this role and AWE are a great fit for you, please go ahead and apply, we'd love to receive your application.

Important things you need to know:

• We encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment if applications are high and the role therefore closes.
• We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during our recruitment process. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process.
• Our interviews typically take place over Teams and for most roles are a 1 stage process.

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