SQL Database Administrator

SQL Database Administrator (DBA)

Location: London (Remote)

Duration: 4-6 months

Security clearance: SC

If you enjoy keeping mission-critical data environments running smoothly-and you're the person others turn to when performance or reliability issues hit-this is a strong opportunity. Our Client is hiring for a reputed client to join their Database Services team, supporting Microsoft SQL Server production databases with a focus on performance, security, and high availability.

What you'll be doing:

• Administer, maintain and support Microsoft SQL Server environments, including installations, configuration, upgrades, patching and migrations
• Manage databases, instances, security settings, users, roles and permissions
• Monitor and optimise performance-investigating bottlenecks, locking issues and query-related problems
• Analyse execution plans and apply indexing strategies to improve query efficiency
• Design and maintain backup and recovery strategies, including restores and disaster recovery testing
• Support High Availability and Disaster Recovery solutions such as Always On Availability Groups, Log Shipping, Replication, and Database Mirroring (where applicable)
• Troubleshoot database incidents within agreed service levels, performing root cause analysis for recurring issues
• Maintain accurate technical documentation, operational runbooks, and improve processes through automation scripts
• Support security and compliance through audits, vulnerability assessments and access reviews, aligning with organisational standards

What you'll bring:

• Hands-on experience supporting production SQL Server databases
• Strong T-SQL troubleshooting and an analytical approach to performance tuning and query optimisation
• Proven background with backup/recovery, upgrades, migrations and operational stability
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset with the ability to collaborate effectively with application, infrastructure and support teams
• Confidence working with SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) and supporting database security and access management
• Comfort with Windows Server fundamentals and scripting/automation (PowerShell or similar)

Ready to take the next step? Apply now and share your CV-our Client is looking to move quickly with candidates who can confirm availability and accept the fixed rate.