Database Administrator

SGI; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Autonomy in work

Collaborative team environment

Modern tech stack

Job summary

A forward-thinking tech company in the UK seeks an experienced Database Administrator (DBA) to manage SQL Server and PostgreSQL databases in Azure. The role is fully remote and requires a minimum of 5 years' experience. Responsibilities include database administration, ensuring performance and security, and collaboration with engineering teams. Candidates with Azure experience will excel in this environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of DBA experience across SQL Server and PostgreSQL.
• Hands-on with Azure SQL, Azure Database for PostgreSQL, and Data Lake Storage.
• Strong grasp of database security, performance tuning, and disaster recovery.

Responsibilities

• Administering and fine-tuning SQL Server and PostgreSQL databases in Azure.
• Supporting PostGIS and spatial data capabilities.
• Collaborating with DevOps, data, and engineering teams on database strategy.

Skills

DBA experience across SQL Server

DBA experience across PostgreSQL

Hands-on with Azure SQL

Strong grasp of database security

Job description

Connecting Data talent across the UK

Contract Database Administrator (DBA) – Fully Remote (UK-Based)

We’re working with a forward-thinking tech company building an innovative AI-driven platform, and they’re on the lookout for an experienced Database Administrator (DBA).

You’ll play a vital role in managing, optimising, and securing a modern data ecosystem - supporting business-critical systems across Microsoft SQL Server, Azure PostgreSQL, and Azure Data Lake Storage.

What you'll be doing:

• Administering and fine-tuning SQL Server and PostgreSQL databases in Azure.
• Supporting PostGIS and spatial data capabilities.
• Monitoring performance, managing backups, and ensuring high availability.
• Collaborating with DevOps, data, and engineering teams on database strategy.
• Supporting large-scale data workflows through Azure Data Lake.

What we're looking for:

• 5+ years of DBA experience across SQL Server and PostgreSQL.
• Hands-on with Azure SQL, Azure Database for PostgreSQL, and Data Lake Storage.
• Strong grasp of database security, performance tuning, and disaster recovery.
• Familiar with PostGIS and large-scale data architecture.

Bonus points if you have:

• Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, ARM templates)
• Exposure to CI/CD and analytics platforms

100% remote within the UK

Autonomy, modern stack, and a collaborative team

Ready to dive into something impactful? Apply now or drop us a message to learn more!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Software Development

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