Database Migration and Administrator Specialist

Iovendo; London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has emerged with a leading insurance company seeking a Database Migration and Administrator Specialist. In this role, you will be responsible for architecting and executing database migration initiatives, ensuring seamless transitions to a new cloud ecosystem. You will leverage your expertise in cloud database administration, Infrastructure-as-Code tools, and CI/CD practices to optimize performance and maintain high availability. This is a chance to contribute to a critical project within a dynamic team, making a significant impact in the data infrastructure and analytics sector. If you are passionate about cloud technologies and database management, this role offers a fantastic opportunity for growth and leadership.

Qualifications

• Expertise in cloud database administration and architecture.
• Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code tools for automation.
• Strong understanding of disaster recovery strategies.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee the migration of databases to the cloud.
• Manage and maintain databases within the cloud environment.
• Collaborate with teams to resolve legacy application challenges.

Skills

Cloud Database Administration

Database Migration Techniques

Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC)

Azure DevOps

GitHub Actions

SQL Server Management

Disaster Recovery Strategies

CI/CD Pipelines

Problem-Solving Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Certifications in Cloud Technologies

Tools

Terraform

Azure SQL

PostgreSQL

Job description

Database Migration and Administrator Specialist

IOVENDO City Of London, England, United Kingdom

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Database Migration and Administrator Specialist London 3-month extendable contract

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen with a leading insurance company for a Database Migration and Administrator specialist on a 3-month contract basis.

As a Cloud Database Administrator, Architect & Transition Engineer, you will play a key role in architecting, administering, and executing database migration initiatives. Your responsibilities include ensuring seamless transitions to our new cloud ecosystem, building HA environments, and leveraging IaC tools such as Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions to automate deployments and management processes.

Role & Responsibilities

Migration Expertise:

• Plan, design, and oversee the migration of hundreds of databases to the cloud platform.
• Provide best practices for database architecture, transition strategies, and performance optimization.
• Ensure minimal disruption to business operations during migration activities.

Cloud Database Administration

• Manage, monitor, and maintain databases within the cloud environment.
• Update legacy versions of SQL databases, ensuring compatibility with modern technologies and standards.
• Administer and manage Windows-based SQL environments across development, test, UAT, and production environments using SQL Standard and Enterprise editions.
• Create and implement comprehensive plans to update and migrate legacy databases.
• Collaborate with teams to resolve challenges involving legacy applications and their database dependencies.

Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC)

• Design and deploy IaC solutions to automate database provisioning, scaling, and management.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to integrate databases within CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions.
• Ensure version control, configuration management, and continuous delivery practices are adhered to.

Collaboration & Leadership

• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including development, infrastructure, and security, to ensure alignment on migration goals.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to teams involved in database architecture and deployment.
• Conduct training sessions and document processes to ensure knowledge transfer across the organization.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven expertise in cloud database administration and architecture (e.g., Azure SQL, PostgreSQL, etc.).
• Strong understanding of HA solutions and disaster recovery strategies.
• Experience in managing Windows-based SQL environments across development, test, UAT, and production stages.
• Hands-on experience with Infrastructure-as-Code tools (Terraform, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions).
• Proficiency in database migration techniques and tools, including updating legacy SQL versions.
• Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines, automation, and DevOps practices.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and team collaboration skills.

Desirable Qualifications

• Certifications in cloud technologies (e.g., Microsoft Azure Database Administrator, Cloud Solutions Architect).
• Experience with large-scale migration projects in regulated industries like insurance or finance.
• Familiarity with data security standards and compliance regulations.

Package

• £450-£500 a day depending on skills & experience
• 3-month extendable contract

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Data Infrastructure and Analytics