Summary: The role of Database Administrator & Senior Database Administrator involves leading a small team while providing technical support for MariaDB databases. The position requires expertise in database administration, maintenance, and disaster recovery strategies, along with strong leadership and mentoring skills. The successful candidate will also be responsible for performance optimization, incident management, and documentation. Active DV Clearance is a prerequisite for applicants.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and mentor a small team of Database Administrators, providing guidance, training, and support.
• Provide technical support for MariaDB (MySQL) databases, ensuring optimal performance and availability.
• Implement and oversee database backup and recovery strategies to mitigate data loss.
• Track system performance and identify bottlenecks affecting database efficiency and data integrity.
• Troubleshoot database-related incidents and implement proactive solutions to minimize downtime.
• Monitor and forecast database storage and performance needs, ensuring scalability.
• Plan and execute major database upgrades and periodic patching to maintain system stability.
• Configure and manage database logs for integration into a SIEM solution for monitoring and security compliance.
• Monitor, maintain, and orchestrate manual failover and failback procedures to maintain uptime.
• Develop scripts using SQL, Bash, or Python to automate database maintenance and monitoring tasks.
• Maintain database build and upgrade documentation, ensuring accuracy and accessibility for the team.
• Oversee execution of test scripts for database validation and performance assessment.

Key Skills:

• Proven experience as a Senior Database Administrator (DBA).
• Demonstrated leadership experience, with the ability to mentor and manage a technical team.
• Expertise in MariaDB or other relational databases (MySQL, Oracle, or SQL Server).
• Experience with backup and disaster recovery strategies for databases.
• Knowledge of database tuning, indexing, and query optimization.
• Understanding of networking protocols relevant to databases (TCP/IP, DNS, load balancing).
• Familiarity with IT Service Management (ITSM) tools, preferably ServiceNow.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Knowledge of ITIL/ITSM principles and best practices.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Hereford

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: Senior

Industry: IT