Summary: The role of Database Engineer (Database Administrator) is a contract position within the Financial Services/Banking sector, focusing on database administration for Oracle and SQL Server. The position is remote-first, allowing candidates from Glasgow or Newcastle to apply. The client seeks an experienced professional to manage increasing project demands, particularly in database builds, migrations, and performance tuning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage database administration tasks across Oracle and SQL Server.
• Undertake database builds, patching, migrations, and upgrades.
• Implement and support High Availability and Disaster Recovery methods.
• Optimize database performance through tuning and troubleshooting.
• Utilize Oracle Enterprise Manager for database management.
• Work with various operating systems including Oracle/Red Hat Linux, Windows, AIX, and Solaris.
• Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders.

Key Skills:

• Strong understanding of Database Administration for Oracle and SQL Server.
• Experience with database builds, patching, migrations, and upgrades.
• Knowledge of High Availability and Disaster Recovery methods.
• Database Performance Tuning and Optimization skills.
• Experience using Oracle Enterprise Manager.
• Familiarity with Oracle/Red Hat Linux, Windows, AIX, and Solaris.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Preferred knowledge in the Banking/Financial Services sector.

Salary (Rate): 589

City: Glasgow

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Finance