Database Specialist

JR United Kingdom; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Cambridge is seeking a Data Management & Integration Specialist. This pivotal role involves overseeing data systems, ensuring data integrity, and collaborating across IT operations. The perfect candidate will be passionate about data, SQL, and technology integration, eager to contribute to strategic improvements and make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing and developing databases in a live environment.
• Deep knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server and scripting languages (T-SQL).
• Practical experience with data integration platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain robust data integrations between systems.
• Monitor data pipelines to ensure integrity and accuracy.
• Develop and optimise internal database infrastructure.

Skills

SQL

Data Integration

Data Management

T-SQL

Data Optimization

Tools

PowerShell

Node-RED

Microsoft SQL Server

Windows Server

VMware

Job description

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If you're passionate about working with data and want to make a tangible impact in a dynamic and collaborative environment, this role is for you. We're looking for someone to take ownership of core data systems, play a leading role in integrating and streamlining information across platforms, and help shape the future of a well-established academic setting.

What you’ll be doing:

Data Management & Integration

This is a data-heavy role with real depth and variety. You'll:

• Design and maintain robust data integrations between systems and services
• Monitor data pipelines to ensure integrity, accuracy, and resilience
• Develop and optimise internal database infrastructure
• Troubleshoot and resolve integration issues
• Produce clear documentation and diagrams that map the data architecture

SQL & Automation

You’ll be the go-to expert on all things SQL, and you’ll also use tools like PowerShell and Node-RED to enhance and automate processes. Expect to work with:

• Microsoft SQL Server (2017 onwards)
• T-SQL scripting and database optimisation
• Data transformation best practices and tooling
• Integration of internally and externally hosted applications

Broader IT Involvement (with a data-first lens)

While your main focus is data, you’ll also support and contribute to broader IT operations. You’ll collaborate with the wider tech team on:

• Cloud-based services and virtualised environments
• Security and compliance around data handling and access
• Disaster recovery planning and data backup strategies
• Strategic planning for future data and IT improvements
• Proven experience managing and developing databases in a live environment
• Deep knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server and scripting languages (T-SQL)
• Practical experience with data integration platforms
• Familiarity with technologies like Windows Server, VMware, SAN/NAS storage, and backup solutions
• Full right to work in the UK without any restrictions
• Be within a 45 minute commute of Cambridge and happy working onsite 5 days a week

Why this role?

You’ll be working in a respected and forward-thinking institution that values reliable, secure, and future-ready IT and data systems. You'll have the autonomy to lead on data strategy, backed by a supportive team and an environment that encourages professional growth and continuous improvement.

This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves to solve real-world data problems and wants their expertise to make a difference.