Database Administrator
Posted 7 days ago by Airswift
Negotiable
Inside
Remote
United Kingdom
Summary: The role of Senior Database Administrator involves joining a secure government-backed programme to deliver critical database services. This full-time freelance position is primarily remote, with occasional travel to Guernsey. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining high-availability database systems while mentoring junior DBAs. The position requires strong leadership and problem-solving skills, along with extensive experience in database management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and maintain high-availability database systems (Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL)
- Monitor performance, conduct tuning, and ensure database resilience and security
- Lead and mentor junior DBAs while supporting cross-functional teams
- Drive strategic planning for database upgrades and enhancements
- Maintain clear documentation and ensure data governance and compliance
- Support end users and developers with performance optimisation and troubleshooting
Key Skills:
- 5+ years’ experience as a DBA, including senior or lead-level responsibilities
- Proven experience in database design, optimisation, and maintenance
- Strong knowledge of Oracle, SQL Server, and/or MySQL
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills
- Experience with cloud-based databases (AWS, Azure)
- Knowledge of data warehousing and business intelligence
- Familiarity with database security best practices
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: Senior
Industry: IT
Senior Database Administrator
Location: Remote with occasional travel to Guernsey
Contract Type: Freelance (inside ir35), Full-Time
Duration: 12-month initial contract
Start Date: ASAP
We are currently supporting a secure government-backed programme seeking two experienced Senior Database Administrators to join a high-performing team delivering critical database services. This is a full-time contract role , working remotely with occasional travel to Guernsey.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and maintain high-availability database systems (Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL)
- Monitor performance, conduct tuning, and ensure database resilience and security
- Lead and mentor junior DBAs while supporting cross-functional teams
- Drive strategic planning for database upgrades and enhancements
- Maintain clear documentation and ensure data governance and compliance
- Support end users and developers with performance optimisation and troubleshooting
Essential Requirements:
- 5+ years’ experience as a DBA, including senior or lead-level responsibilities
- Proven experience in database design, optimisation, and maintenance
- Strong knowledge of Oracle, SQL Server, and/or MySQL
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills
Desirable Skills:
- Experience with cloud-based databases (AWS, Azure)
- Knowledge of data warehousing and business intelligence
- Familiarity with database security best practices