Database Engineeer (SQL/PostGreSQL/AWS)

Verisk Analytics, Inc.; Manchester; Sur place; GBP 40 000 - 55 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Verisk Analytics, Inc. is seeking a Cloud Database Administrator in Manchester to secure, scale and optimise our AWS database platform. You will automate routine tasks, implement robust monitoring and support a major data migration and modernisation program.

You will work with a team of developers to ensure high availability, reliable backups and controlled IAM access while applying security-minded practices and continuous learning in a cloud-centric environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with SQL Server or PostgreSQL databases.
• Strong SQL skills.
• Experience with AWS database services (Aurora, DynamoDB).
• Automation scripting or programming skills.
• Methodical, security-minded approach to production systems.
• Interest in database administration and cloud platforms.
• Eagerness to learn new technologies.
• Formal database administration experience.

Responsabilités

• Plan and deliver database patching and version upgrades.
• Build and maintain monitoring, alerts and health checks, responding to production issues.
• Manage backups, retention and disaster recovery.
• Control privileged access, database roles and IAM permissions.
• Use AI-assisted development tools for scripting, automating routine tasks, code reviews and troubleshooting.

Connaissances

SQL Server

PostgreSQL

SQL

AWS

Automation scripting

Security minded

Cloud platforms

Database administration

Learning mindset

Description du poste

Job Description

Verisk Claims Solutions provides data, analytics and technology that help insurers, claims handlers and other organisations manage insurance claims more efficiently and accurately. Its solutions support the claims lifecycle, from assessing damage and estimating repair costs to identifying potential fraud, evaluating liability, automating workflows and supporting regulatory compliance. By combining specialist insurance expertise with advanced analytics and AI, Verisk Claims Solutions helps customers improve decision‑making, control claims costs, streamline processes and deliver better outcomes for policyholders.

We're looking for a Cloud Database Administrator to keep our AWS database platform secure, available and cost-effective, while automating and standardising how it is built and run.

Working within a team of six Developers, you'll support the platform behind our insurance claims systems, fix production data issues and contribute to a major data migration and modernisation programme.

Ideal for someone who enjoys making databases resilient, replacing manual tasks with automation and solving real-world production problems.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver database patching and version upgrades
• Build and maintain monitoring, alerts and health checks, responding to production issues
• Manage backups, retention and disaster recovery
• Control privileged access, database roles and IAM permissions
• Use AI-assisted development tools for scripting, automating routine tasks, code reviews and troubleshooting

Qualifications

• Good understanding of SQL Server or PostgreSQL databases
• Strong SQL skills
• AWS database services, such as Aurora or DynamoDB
• Scripting or programming experience for automation
• A methodical, security‑minded approach to changing production systems
• An interest in database administration and cloud platforms
• A love of technology and a desire to keep learning
• Database administration experience

About Us

For more than 50 years, Verisk has helped property and casualty insurers make smarter decisions about risk through AI‑powered risk modeling, advanced analytics, and technology solutions spanning the entire policy lifecycle. We are a leading strategic data, analytics, and technology partner to the global insurance industry, guided by core values of learning, caring, and results while maintaining the highest ethical standards as stewards of the industry's most comprehensive datasets. Learn more about Verisk and what we are doing within the insurance industry.

Our People, Our Culture

For the eighth consecutive year, Verisk is proudly recognized as a Great Place to Work for outstanding workplace culture in the US, the fourth consecutive year in the UK, Spain, and India, and the second consecutive year in Poland. In addition, we’ve been recognized by The Wall Street Journal as one of the Best-Managed Companies and by Forbes as a World’s Best Employer, testaments to the value we place on workplace culture.

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Verisk Analytics is an equal opportunity employer.

All members of the Verisk Analytics family of companies are equal opportunity employers. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, veteran's status, age or disability. Verisk's minimum hiring age is 18 except in countries with a higher age limit subject to applicable law.

At Verisk, we provide a competitive compensation package aligned with market benchmarks and individual experience, disclosed transparently in accordance with applicable pay transparency regulations. In addition to base salary, eligible roles may include a range of incentive opportunities designed based on market research and our internal grading structure.

Our benefits portfolio varies by location; however, a typical package includes medical coverage, life insurance, pension plans, and paid time off in line with local labor laws.

We also foster a work environment focused on well‑being and career development. Additional perks may include wellness initiatives, fitness programs, and team-building activities.

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Commission: No

Minimum Salary: 40,000

Maximum Salary: 55,000