At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead critical Oracle database and middleware services for national security.
- Company: Join Babcock, a leader in defence and engineering operations.
- Benefits: Generous holiday, pension scheme, health support, and professional development.
- Other info: Hybrid working, excellent career growth, and a commitment to diversity.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on national defence while growing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in managing Oracle environments and leading technical teams.
The predicted salary is between 57300 - 71600 £ per year.
Location: Stoke Gifford, Bristol + Hybrid Working Arrangements
Compensation: £57,300 - £71,600 + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Lead critical digital systems supporting national security. At Babcock we’re working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us you can play your part as a Database and Middleware Manager at our Babcock Technology Centre site.
The role:
- Lead the delivery and performance of critical Oracle database and middleware services that support defence and engineering operations.
- Ensure systems are secure, reliable, and optimised, helping teams across the business deliver vital programmes with confidence.
- Shape both technology and people capability.
- Guide a team of specialists, support the transition to an in-house function, and play a key part in delivering new digital solutions.
Essential Experience:
- Strong experience managing Oracle database and middleware environments in complex systems.
- Proven leadership experience managing technical teams and specialists.
- Expertise in Oracle technologies such as WebLogic, SOA Suite, Identity Management, and modern Oracle database platforms.
- Experience working with Windows and Linux server environments.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to optimise performance and reliability.
Qualifications:
- Relevant professional experience in database administration or IT infrastructure management.
- ITILv4 qualification or higher – desirable.
Security Clearance:
Successful candidates must be a sole UK National who can achieve and maintain Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information (NNPPI) security clearance for this role.
What We Offer:
- Generous holiday allowance.
- Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance.
- Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+.
- Employee share scheme.
- Employee shopping savings portal.
- Payment of Professional Fees.
- Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave.
- Holiday Trading: employees can buy additional leave or sell up to one working week of annual leave from their entitlement.
- ‘Be Kind Day’: one paid day per year to undertake volunteering work with a chosen charity or organisation.
- Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing.
We are a disability confident, committed employer. If you have a disability or need reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email with the subject header ‘Reasonable adjustments requirement’.
Closing date: 22/06/2026
Database and Middleware Manager in Bristol employer: Babcock International Group
At Babcock, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. Located in Stoke Gifford, Bristol, our hybrid working arrangements provide flexibility while you lead critical digital systems that support national security. With generous benefits, a commitment to employee development, and opportunities to make a meaningful impact, joining us as a Database and Middleware Manager means contributing to vital programmes in a supportive environment.
Contact Details:
Babcock International Group Recruitment Team
