Database Administrator

JR United Kingdom; Chelmsford; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced Database Administrator (DBA) to support a high-impact data migration and performance tuning project. This position offers primarily remote work, with one day per month in the office, and targets professionals with a solid background in SQL Server and Azure cloud technologies. The initial contract lasts for six months with a potential for extension, requiring strategic thinking and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience with SQL Server (2016 and above).
• Azure cloud exposure, especially on-prem to Azure migration.
• Skilled in PowerShell scripting.

Responsibilities

• Perform BAU support and troubleshooting across a complex data estate.
• Conduct performance tuning and architecture analysis.
• Support and manage application-related data requirements.

Skills

SQL Server

Performance tuning

PowerShell scripting

Architecture analysis

Data migration

Tools

Azure

SQL Server Service Bus

Job description

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We’re currently seeking an experienced Database Administrator (DBA) to support a high-impact data migration and performance tuning project on a contract basis.

? Location: Primarily remote – one day per month in office

? Start Date: ASAP

? Duration: Initial 6 months, with potential extension

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform BAU support and troubleshooting across a complex data estate
• Conduct performance tuning and architecture analysis
• Run SQL Server analysis to understand application usage
• Support and manage application-related data requirements
• Assist with basic testing and end-to-end project delivery
• Go beyond traditional DBA maintenance—think strategically and analytically
• 5+ years’ experience with SQL Server (2016 and above)
• Azure cloud exposure, especially on-prem to Azure migration
• Skilled in PowerShell scripting
• Solid grasp of SQL Server Service Bus and modern architecture practices

Interview Process:

• Single-stage Teams interview
• Quick turnaround and onboarding

Please note:

• This role is Inside IR35
• UK-based candidates only

Ready to bring your DBA expertise to a dynamic and forward-thinking data project? Apply now with your updated CV.

Please note, we will not be accepting application for this role over the phone.