Database Engineer in Oxford

We are Gravita: the accountants fuelling ambitious businesses. We are a full service, tech-enabled firm, working with entrepreneurs and businesses to help them achieve their goals and make an impact in the world. We are growing fast and are bringing like-minded advisors together to form a full-service tech-enabled accounting partner for thousands of SMEs. Our team uses their incredible expertise alongside intuitive technology to help businesses and entrepreneurs plan better and grow faster. Our mission is to become the UK's leading tech-enabled accounting firm for SMEs. We have ambitious goals and our high-calibre team works hard to achieve them. We are one team with one agenda, working collaboratively in a respectful environment to deliver a great service to our clients. If you join us, you will not only be working on exciting client challenges, but you will also be helping us shape the future of accounting.

The Role

We are looking for a Database Engineer & Developer who is eager to develop and learn in a fast-moving environment. You will be responsible for development and managing our Azure datalake environment, our Microsoft SQL Database, and API interfaces. You will also be a key member of the team who drives the use of data and AI in our business as the accountancy profession transforms itself. The Gravita Technology team is a small team, with large ambitions. If you join us, you will be exposed to a fast-moving environment and have the opportunity to learn and develop quickly.

The Key Skills Required Include:

• Python
• SQL - Possible DBT experience
• Git
• Databricks Governance (Nice to have but can be learnt)
• Pyspark (Nice to have but can be learnt)

You will report to our IT Delivery Manager who has a wealth of software development experience and work alongside our other Software Engineer.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, architect and operate our Deltalake.
• Develop and operate key API interfaces between our Operational systems.
• Manage and optimise our core CCH Practice Management System database.
• Work with the Gravita Data lead to drive improvements in the quality of our operational data.
• Develop procedures that can be operated by the support team.
• On-going development and management of Deltalake.
• Convert old T-SQL for New Environment.
• Create new DBT Models to create Silver and Gold Level Tables / Views.
• Manage Governance of Databricks Unity Catalog.
• Work with PowerBI developer to ensure we have the necessary MIS reports.
• Assist the PowerBI team to move over to Deltalake.
• Work with Data team on the data cleansing.
• Optimize SQL Queries.
• Deploy dashboards for Data Quality Monitoring.
• Be a key member of the team developing Gravita's data and AI strategy.
• Develop data skills in new areas and help Gravita get benefit.
• Use Git to version control projects.
• Consult on Database and SQL issues.
• Manage & Maintain Databases – Ensure our databases are secure, high-performing, and scalable, implementing best practices in administration, backup, and recovery.
• Database Development – Design, build, and optimize database components to support our website and feature requirements, ensuring seamless functionality.
• Security & Compliance – Enforce security measures, access controls, and compliance protocols to protect sensitive data.
• SQL Query Development – Write efficient queries, stored procedures, and database scripts to support business operations and new system developments.
• Collaboration & Problem-Solving – Work closely with cross-functional teams, proactively solving data-related challenges and contributing to key projects.

Experience Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience:

• Python (3+ years) with ideally API Integration experience.
• 3+ years' experience in SQL Development with ideally hands-on Azure SQL Database administration.
• Azure SQL, Azure Analytics, Dataverse or similar solutions, or a willingness to learn and develop.
• Some DBT experience.
• Good T-SQL (queries, stored procedures, indexing, performance tuning).
• Experience maintaining, optimising, and scaling production databases.
• Knowledge of Data Pipelines, Managing and evolving our Azure-hosted SQL infrastructure.
• Supporting the dev team with schema updates and data integrity.
• Handling SQL support tickets – from data updates to complex merges.

In General:

• A problem-solving mindset, with the ability to understand business colleagues' requirements and then work independently and collaboratively in a fast-moving team.
• Good organisation with the ability to juggle multiple priorities, work independently, and maintain control in dynamic situations.
• Creative and analytical thinker with a solutions-focused mindset, always looking for better ways of doing things.

Your Career with Gravita:

When you join Gravita, we will support you on your own growth journey. We want to be the place you learn, grow and unlock your true potential. We will work with you to build a progression plan to outline how you will grow at our company and everything we will do to help you get there. We are also passionate about learning and development, to help you focus on your future.

The Nitty Gritty:

Our standard working week is a 37.5-hour week on a hybrid basis. Core working hours are 10am - 4pm Monday to Friday. Flexible working and happy employees are at the top of our list here at Gravita and we have been working hard to support our teams through the fast-paced changes. Your development won't be forgotten; our development support is extraordinary for a firm of our size. It's a busy, fast-paced environment here at Gravita.