At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage and optimise SQL Server environments, ensuring performance and reliability.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking tech company focused on cloud-first solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, flexible work schedule, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with a focus on continuous improvement and career advancement.
- Why this job: Be a key player in driving innovation and modernisation in database management.
- Qualifications: Deep expertise in Microsoft SQL Server and a passion for automation.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
£400-450/day overall assignment rate to umbrella
6-month initial contract
Twice a week onsite in Peterborough
We're looking for an experienced Senior Database Administrator with deep Microsoft SQL Server expertise and a passion for automation, cloud technologies and modern database engineering practices. This is an opportunity to play a key role in a cloud-first environment, helping to drive platform reliability, performance, security and continuous improvement.
Key responsibilities:
- Manage and optimise Microsoft SQL Server environments across on-premises and Azure platforms
- Ensure database performance, availability, security and reliability
- Lead backup, recovery, disaster recovery and high-availability initiatives
- Troubleshoot complex database and application performance issues, conducting root cause analysis and implementing improvements
- Partner with development, infrastructure, cloud and security teams to support platform growth and innovation
- Drive database modernisation initiatives, including Database-as-Code, automation and CI/CD adoption
- Develop and maintain operational standards, documentation and best practices
- Participate in an on-call rotation supporting critical production systems
SQL DBA in Peterborough employer: Sanderson Recruitment
Join a forward-thinking organisation that values diversity and inclusion, offering a dynamic work culture where your expertise in tax can truly shine. As the Head of Tax, you will not only lead a talented team but also play a pivotal role in shaping the tax strategy across North West Europe, with ample opportunities for professional growth and development. Enjoy a collaborative environment that prioritises employee well-being and fosters meaningful contributions to the business's long-term success.
