Database Reliability Engineer (SQL Server & Azure)

Jackson Hogg Ltd

North East

On-site

GBP 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Jackson Hogg Ltd is seeking an experienced Database Reliability Engineer to join our growing technology function. You will ensure performance, availability and resilience of SQL Server environments across the business and work with infrastructure, application and development teams to optimise backend data systems.

The role combines traditional DBA duties with reliability engineering, focusing on automation, incident resolution and continuous improvement of database operations in Azure

Qualifications

5+ years in Database Admin/Engineer/DR/RE roles.
Strong SQL Server 2012+ experience.
Advanced T-SQL with performance tuning focus.
Experience with Azure SQL and Azure Managed Instance.

Responsibilities

Act as the technical expert for SQL Server environments across the business.
Monitor database performance and identify improvement opportunities.
Optimise T-SQL, DB design, indexing, and query performance.
Support Azure SQL and Azure Managed Instance environments.
Develop automation for patching, upgrades, and maintenance tasks.
Manage backup, recovery and disaster recovery processes for business continuity.
Investigate incidents and resolve database-related issues while applying security best practices.
Produce and maintain technical runbooks and support procedures.
Collaborate with developers and wider teams to support deployments and continuous improvement.

Skills

SQL Server

T-SQL performance tuning

Azure SQL/Azure MI

Database monitoring

ITIL/ITSM

Automation scripting

Disaster recovery planning

Tools

PowerShell

Redgate SQL Monitor

Azure Monitor

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Database Reliability Engineer to join a growing technology function, playing a key role in ensuring the performance, availability, security, and resilience of business-critical database environments.

This role would suit a SQL Server specialist who enjoys combining traditional DBA responsibilities with modern reliability engineering principles. You'll work closely with infrastructure, application, and development teams, helping to optimise database performance, automate processes, strengthen resilience, and support a highly available technology estate.

What You'll Be Doing

Acting as the technical expert for SQL Server environments across the business.
Monitoring database performance and proactively identifying opportunities for improvement.
Optimising T-SQL code, database design, indexing strategies, and query performance.
Supporting Azure SQL and Azure Managed Instance environments.
Developing automation to simplify administration, patching, upgrades, and maintenance activities.
Managing backup, recovery, and disaster recovery processes to ensure business continuity.
Investigating and resolving database-related incidents and performance issues.Implementing and maintaining database security best practices.
Producing and maintaining technical documentation, runbooks, and support procedures.
Working closely with developers and wider technology teams to support deployments and continuous improvement initiatives.

About You

Minimum of 5 years' experience in a Database Administrator, Database Engineer, Database Reliability Engineer, or similar role.
Strong SQL Server expertise, ideally across versions 2012 onwards.
Advanced T-SQL skills with a strong focus on performance tuning and optimisation.
Experience supporting Azure SQL and Azure Managed Instance environments.
Strong understanding of database monitoring, availability, backup, and recovery strategies.
Experience working within ITIL or ITSM-driven environments.
Passion for emerging technologies and continuous improvement.

Desirable Experience