Azure Database Architect...

Job Title: Azure Database Architect – Outside IR35 Location: Remote Salary/Rate: £550 per day – outside IR35 Start Date: 07/07/2025 Duration: 3 months We have an exciting opportunity to work with a sector-leading consultancy client on a major project. They are looking for an Azure Database Architect to join on a 3 month contract working outside IR35. Job Responsibilities/Objectives: – Design and implement cloud-native database solutions on Azure (SQL, Cosmos DB, PostgreSQL, etc.) – Model and optimise scalable, high-performing data architectures – Integrate databases into broader Azure ecosystems (App Services, AKS, etc.) – Monitor and tune database performance and queries – Implement security, encryption, and compliance measures (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) – Design backup, disaster recovery, and high availability solutions – Lead database migration and modernisation projects to Azure – Automate deployments using ARM, Bicep, or Terraform – Collaborate with developers, DevOps, and stakeholders – Document architecture, configurations, and best practices Required Skills/Experience The ideal candidate will have the following: – Azure SQL Database, SQL Managed Instance, Cosmos DB, Azure Database for PostgreSQL/MySQL – Understanding of Azure IaaS, PaaS, networking, storage, and identity services – Data encryption, role-based access control (RBAC), network security, and regulatory compliance (GDPR, HIPAA) – T-SQL, execution plans, indexing strategies – PowerShell, T-SQL, Python (optional) If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CV in Microsoft Word/PDF format. Disclaimer: Notwithstanding any guidelines given to level of experience sought, we will consider candidates from outside this range if they can demonstrate the necessary competencies. Square One is acting as both an employment agency and an employment business, and is an equal opportunities recruitment business. Square One embraces diversity and will treat everyone equally. Please see our website for our full diversity statement. #J-18808-Ljbffr