Senior Database Administrator / Lead

We’re seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Database Administrator (DBA) to join our dynamic IT team.

This position requires a deep understanding of database technologies, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to lead a team effectively.

Responsibilities:

• Database Management:
• Design, implement, and maintain database systems to ensure high availability, performance, and security
• Monitor database performance and troubleshoot issues to optimise system efficiency
• Perform regular database backups, recovery, and disaster recovery planning
• Leadership and Team Management:
• Lead and mentor a team of database administrators, providing guidance and support in their professional development
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define database requirements and ensure alignment with organisational goals
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the database team
• Strategic Planning:
• Develop and implement database strategies that align with overall IT strategy
• Stay current with emerging database technologies and trends, making recommendations for upgrades and enhancements
• Documentation and Compliance:
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of database configurations, procedures, and policies
• Ensure compliance with data governance and security policies
• User Support:
• Provide technical support and training to end-users and other IT staff as needed
• Collaborate with application developers to optimize database performance for applications

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Database Administrator, with a focus on leadership roles
• Strong knowledge of database management systems (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL)
• Experience with database design, performance tuning, and optimisation
• Proven leadership and team management skills
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience with cloud-based database solutions (e.g., AWS, Azure)
• Knowledge of data warehousing and business intelligence concepts
• Familiarity with database security best practices

Our offer:

• B2B via Experis
• 100% remote work
• MultiSport Plus
• Group insurance
• Medicover Premium
• e-learning platform