Database Engineer I

AXS; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible start times

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

AXS is hiring a Database Engineer to design, build and support data platforms powering our products. You will work with PostgreSQL, Oracle, SQL Server, Aurora and MongoDB in a cloud-focused environment.

The role focuses on automation, DevOps, performance, monitoring, and security, with collaboration across developers and platform teams. London-based with hybrid work options and flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Database Engineer or DBA in a cloud-based environment.
• Deep expertise in at least one DB platform listed (PostgreSQL/Oracle/SQL Server/Aurora).
• Hands-on with CI/CD tools and IaC (Terraform/CloudFormation).
• Familiar with cloud platforms AWS/Azure/GCP.
• Strong security, encryption and auditing practices.
• Experience with Kafka.
• Degree in CS/Engineering or equivalent.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, build and maintain relational and NoSQL databases.
• Develop scalable database solutions to support goals.
• Integrate deployments into CI/CD pipelines.
• Manage infrastructure as code using Terraform/CloudFormation.
• Optimise queries, indexes and database performance.
• Support high availability, backups and disaster recovery.
• Implement monitoring, alerting and logging.
• Apply encryption and access controls for security.
• Collaborate with developers, DevOps and platform teams.
• Troubleshoot complex issues and perform root-cause analysis.

Skills

PostgreSQL

Oracle

SQL Server

Aurora

MongoDB

CI/CD tooling

AWS

Security best practices

Kafka

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

GitHub Actions

Azure DevOps

Liquibase

Terraform

CloudFormation

Job description

Looking to take the next step in your database engineering career?

Want to join one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work?

At AXS, we're looking for a Database Engineer to help build and support the data platforms that power our products and services. You'll work with a range of modern database technologies, designing scalable solutions, improving performance, automating processes, and helping teams make the most of their data.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and wants to work in a collaborative, cloud-focused environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

Database Design & Development

• Design, build and maintain relational and NoSQL databases including PostgreSQL, Oracle, SQL Server, Aurora and MongoDB.
• Develop scalable, reliable database solutions that support business and product goals.

Automation & DevOps

• Integrate database deployments into CI/CD pipelines for automated testing, migrations and releases.
• Develop and manage infrastructure as code using tools such as Terraform and CloudFormation.

Performance & Reliability

• Optimise queries, indexes and database performance to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Support high availability, backup, replication and disaster recovery strategies.

Monitoring & Security

• Implement monitoring, alerting and logging to maintain database health and performance.
• Apply security best practices, including encryption, access controls and compliance requirements.

Collaboration & Problem Solving

• Partner with developers, DevOps engineers and platform teams to deliver secure, reliable solutions.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues and carry out root cause analysis to prevent future problems.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working as a Database Engineer or Database Administrator, including experience in a cloud-based environment.
• Strong knowledge of PostgreSQL, Oracle, SQL Server or Aurora, with deep expertise in at least one platform.
• Experience working with CI/CD tools such as GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps or Liquibase.
• Hands‑on experience with Infrastructure as Code tools, including Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Understanding of AWS, with knowledge of Azure or GCP considered an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of database security, encryption and auditing practices.
• Experience working with Kafka environments.
• Excellent troubleshooting, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• A degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.

Pay range for this role: £75,000.00 - £85,000.00

Where

This role is based in our London Head Office near London Bridge station. We work 3 days in the office (Tues-Thu) and 2 days from home (Monday and Friday). We also offer flexible start and end times and welcome flexible working conversations.

So why apply?

AEG is an inclusive organisation where we value everybody’s contribution. We empower and trust our people to do the right thing. We go the extra mile, for our customers and each other, every time. We are always open to new ideas and respect all opinions. We support and bring out the best in each other. We really value our people and inspire them to be the best in class, always!

Our commitment to inclusion

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe in equality of opportunity for all and our approach to recruitment and selection is fair, open and based purely on merit. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. If you require reasonable adjustments in any recruitment process with us, please make us aware.

We know that diverse teams make the strongest teams. That's why we actively encourage people from all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives to apply.

Because at AEG Europe, we believe that the best ideas come from the most inclusive teams - and we're building a workplace where everyone can thrive.