Azure SQL DBA

JR United Kingdom; Loughborough; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise leader en migration Azure recherche un DBA SQL expérimenté pour un projet de migration de SQL on-prem vers Azure. Le candidat idéal aura une expérience solide en optimisation et en gestion de bases de données, ainsi que de fortes compétences en communication pour collaborer avec des stakeholders. Ce rôle hybride nécessite 3 jours sur site à Leicester, avec une rémunération compétitive.

Qualifications

• Expérience en tant que DBA SQL, idéalement dans des cabinets de conseils ou MSP.
• Compétences pratiques solides dans SQL Server (2016+) et Azure SQL.
• Historique de livraison de migrations cloud de bout en bout.

Responsibilities

• Gérer et optimiser les environnements SQL Server sur site.
• Diriger et soutenir les migrations SQL sur Azure (PaaS & IaaS).
• Mettre en œuvre des stratégies de tuning de performance.

Skills

SQL Server

Azure SQL

Performance Tuning

Data Security

Communication

Job description

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? Hybrid (Remote + Leicester | 3 days onsite)

? Up to £500/day | Outside IR35 Contract

Are you a seasoned SQL Database Administrator with proven experience across both on-prem SQL and Azure SQL platforms?

Do you enjoy taking ownership of performance, optimisation, and migration in fast-moving, client-facing environments?

If so, this one’s for you.

A leading Azure Expert MSP, is delivering an on-prem to Azure SQL migration project for one of their flagship customers.

They’re looking for a confident, hands-on DBA to join the delivery team and take ownership of key workloads during this transformation.

? What You'll Be Doing:

• Managing and optimising on-prem SQL Server environments
• Leading and supporting Azure SQL migrations (PaaS & IaaS)
• Implementing performance tuning strategies across workloads
• Ensuring security, data protection, and compliance alignment
• Collaborating with project managers, infrastructure teams, and developers to ensure smooth delivery
• Acting as a customer-facing consultant across migration phases

What You’ll Need:

• Solid commercial experience as a SQL DBA (ideally within consultancies or MSPs)
• Strong hands-on skills in SQL Server (2016+) and Azure SQL
• A track record of end-to-end cloud migration delivery
• Understanding of data security, backup strategies, and best practices
• Strong communication skills and ability to work directly with stakeholders

? The Details:

• Day Rate: Up to £500 per day (depending on experience)
• Location: Hybrid – Remote + 3 days per week onsite (Leicester HQ)