2931 – Junior Database Administrator UK Aberdeen

Prosource.it; Aberdeen City; Remote; GBP 65,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Prosource.it is seeking a hands-on Database Administrator to maintain and optimise a large enterprise SQL Server estate. The role involves troubleshooting, proactive monitoring, and collaborating with application, infrastructure and data teams.

Location-based in Aberdeen or London with regular on-site attendance preferred. Contract role offering a day rate, with flexibility for ad hoc on-site work for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Experience administering Microsoft SQL Server databases in enterprise environments.
• Proficient in backup, restore and recovery processes.

Responsibilities

• Support the administration and maintenance of Microsoft SQL Server databases.
• Monitor database health, availability, performance and capacity.
• Investigate and resolve database incidents, service requests and operational issues.
• Assist with database deployments and environment changes.
• Maintain technical documentation and support records.
• Collaborate with application, infrastructure and data teams to resolve issues.

Skills

MS SQL Server

T-SQL

Performance tuning

Troubleshooting

Scripting

PowerShell

Incident management

Documentation

Tools

Azure DevOps

CI/CD pipelines

Monitoring tools

Job description

A growing data and technology team is looking for a Database Administrator to support the day-to-day operation, maintenance and continuous improvement of a large enterprise database estate. This role would suit someone with solid Microsoft SQL Server experience who enjoys hands-on database administration, troubleshooting technical issues, and working closely with application, infrastructure and data teams. You'll join an established database function where you'll help maintain a stable, secure and high-performing environment while contributing to ongoing improvement and optimisation initiatives.

Location: Aberdeen or London with regular weekly attendance ideally preferred, but flexibility allowing for ad hoc on-site attendance will be considered for the right candidate

Contract Type: Contract

Contractors: Competitive day rate available for suitable candidates

The Person

You'll be a hands-on database professional who enjoys investigating issues, improving processes and working collaboratively across technical teams. Equally comfortable supporting BAU operations and contributing to continuous improvement, you'll bring a proactive approach and a desire to help maintain a robust and reliable database estate.

What you’ll do

• Support the administration and maintenance of Microsoft SQL Server databases
• Monitor database health, availability, performance and capacity
• Investigate and resolve database incidents, service requests and operational issues
• Perform backup, restore and recovery activities
• Support database patching, upgrades and routine maintenance
• Troubleshoot SQL performance issues, including long-running queries, blocking and resource utilisation
• Manage database security, user access and permissions
• Assist with database deployments and environment changes
• Maintain technical documentation, operational procedures and support records
• Identify opportunities to improve and automate repetitive DBA activities
• Collaborate with application, infrastructure and data teams to resolve technical issues
• Escalate complex issues appropriately while contributing to their resolution

What to bring

• Practical experience administering Microsoft SQL Server environments
• Strong SQL and T-SQL knowledge
• Good understanding of core database administration principles
• Experience with database backup, restore and recovery processes
• SQL Server performance troubleshooting experience
• Understanding of database security, user management and permissions
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Good communication and documentation skills
• Experience working within structured operational processes including incidents, changes and service requests
• SQL Server Always On or other high-availability technologies
• Experience using database monitoring and performance management tools
• PowerShell or scripting/automation experience
• Azure DevOps or CI/CD pipeline exposure
• Experience working within enterprise data platform environments

Why prosource.it?

Technology is constantly evolving, and so are we.

Since our beginnings as a managed ITservices provider, prosource.it has grown alongside the organisations we support, adapting to changing technologies and business needs. Today, we deliver a broad range of technology and business services that help clients plan, implement and embrace change successfully.

While technology is at the heart of what we do, we know that delivering lasting value takes more than technical expertise alone.By combining innovative thinking with practical experience and strong client partnerships, we help organisations realise the full potential of their technology investments. From adopting emerging technologies and delivering complex transformation programmes to improving day-to-day operations, we focus on achieving outcomes that make a measurable difference. As technology continues to evolve, we're committed to staying at the forefront of change, helping our clients embrace new opportunities and shape what's next.

We've built our reputation on being knowledgeable, approachable and easy to work with. Our people bring a wealth of skills and experience, united by a shared commitment to doing the right thing for our customers.With aculture built on teamwork, accountability andtrust,ourpeople are empoweredtowork in a way thatmakesa meaningful impact.

If you're looking for a role where you can make adifference,develop professionallyand be part of a team that's helping organisations navigate an ever-changing technology landscape, we'd love to hear from you.

We’re committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process.

Please note: All offers of employment will be subject to background checks and confirmation of the right to work in the UK.