Database Administrator in Edinburgh

Database Administrator in Edinburgh

Edinburgh Full-Time 42900 - 55000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Administer SQL Server and optimise Azure Cosmos DB for peak performance.
  • Company: Join a leading Public Sector client with a focus on innovation.
  • Benefits: Competitive pay, remote work flexibility, and potential contract extension.
  • Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a dynamic public sector environment.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference by modernising data platforms and enhancing service delivery.
  • Qualifications: Experience in database administration and strong problem-solving skills.

The predicted salary is between 42900 - 55000 £ per year.

Up to £550 per day Outside IR35 - Edinburgh (Remote)

PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A REMOTE POSITION WITH OCCASIONAL ON-SITE ATTENDANCE AS REQUIRED IN EDINBURGH.

One of Lorien’s leading Public Sector clients is looking for a Database Administrator (DBA) to join their team on an initial 12 month contract with a possible 12 month extension.

Key Responsibilities
  • Administering and supporting SQL Server environments across development, test and production.
  • Managing and optimising Azure Cosmos DB workloads for performance and scalability.
  • Identifying and resolving database performance issues impacting legacy systems.
  • Improving query performance, indexing strategies and reducing latency.
  • Implementing monitoring, alerting and capacity planning improvements.
  • Ensuring data security, access control and compliance with GDPR standards.
  • Supporting modernisation of data platforms and ongoing service improvements.
Key Skills

Database Administrator in Edinburgh employer: Lorien

As a Database Administrator with one of Lorien’s leading Public Sector clients, you will thrive in a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With competitive pay and the flexibility of remote work complemented by occasional on-site engagement in Edinburgh, this role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects while enjoying a healthy work-life balance and access to continuous learning opportunities.

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Contact Details:

Lorien Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Database Administrator in Edinburgh

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Problem-Solving Skills
Communication Skills
SQL
Python
Automation
Data Engineering