Join to apply for the DBA/Azure Cloud Engineer role at Xpertise Recruitment . This range is provided by Xpertise Recruitment. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range SQL DBA with Azure Migration Experience - Legacy to Serverless Transformation Location: Blackpool Job Type: Contract (Hybrid) - 6 months initially About the Role: We are looking for a hands-on SQL Database Administrator (DBA) with strong experience in Azure cloud migration , particularly someone who has helped transform legacy SQL Server environments into modern, cloud-native, serverless architectures . This is a transformation-focused role . You'll play a key part in re-architecting and migrating existing on-premise and legacy systems to a fully modern Azure-based platform. The ideal candidate has experience moving traditional SQL workloads to scalable, resilient, and cost-effective serverless solutions. Key Responsibilities: Assess current legacy SQL Server environment and create a migration roadmap to Azure. Lead end-to-end migration of SQL workloads to Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, or serverless architectures. Design and implement serverless data architectures using Azure Functions, Event Grid, Logic Apps, etc., where appropriate. Optimize database performance, security, availability, and scalability in Azure. Implement backup, disaster recovery, and high-availability strategies in the cloud. Create and maintain documentation including runbooks, architecture diagrams, and migration playbooks. Recommend automation strategies and support infrastructure-as-code practices using tools like Bicep, Terraform, or ARM templates. Required Skills
DBA/Azure Cloud Engineer employer: Xpertise Recruitment
Join a forward-thinking organisation that prioritises innovation and collaboration in the field of data engineering. As a Senior Data Engineer, you'll be part of a dynamic team dedicated to building scalable data solutions that drive real business impact, all while enjoying a supportive work culture that fosters professional growth and development. With significant investment in data capabilities and a commitment to best practices, this role offers a unique opportunity to influence cutting-edge architecture and contribute to transformative projects in a thriving environment.
