DBA

DXC Consulting & Engineering Services; City; Hybrid; GBP 66,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT solutions firm based in the UK is looking for an Entry-level Database Administrator (DBA) to manage and optimize database systems. This role offers a hybrid working model, involving both on-site and remote work. Candidates should have a strong understanding of database management with automation experience. The firm promotes a culture of continuous learning and community, making it an ideal environment for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in DBA tasks including installation and maintenance.
• Experience in cloud technologies and scripting.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Installing and configuring database binaries.
• Writing and maintaining automation scripts.
• Troubleshooting database-related issues.
• Performing regular database monitoring and patching.

Skills

Database management

Automation

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

MongoDB

MySQL

Python

AWS

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Job Description: DBA

At DXC Technology, delivering excellence for our customers and colleagues is more than just a motto, it’s something we strive towards constantly through our work. Every day we deliver mission critical services in a secure environment whilst promoting our people first agenda, a real sense of community and a healthy work-life balance. Our consistently positive customer feedback and continuous growth helps us cement our place as one of the world’s leading IT solutions enterprises, helping us deliver services and solutions in both challenging and exciting situations.

Job Description

Job Description: DBA

At DXC Technology, delivering excellence for our customers and colleagues is more than just a motto, it’s something we strive towards constantly through our work. Every day we deliver mission critical services in a secure environment whilst promoting our people first agenda, a real sense of community and a healthy work-life balance. Our consistently positive customer feedback and continuous growth helps us cement our place as one of the world’s leading IT solutions enterprises, helping us deliver services and solutions in both challenging and exciting situations.

We believe that hiring a diverse team is crucial to our success and our recruiting decisions are based on your skills and experience as an individual. We actively encourage consistent growth on our journey towards a culture of inclusion and recognise that the people we employ are vital to providing a great customer experience. As such, we have a variety of training, support, and tools available to aid in your continual personal and professional development. Our ongoing goal is to drive innovation and modernise operations across the board, which includes furthering the skills of our colleagues. At DXC, building a better you, builds a better us.

At DXC, one of our platinum accounts has positions for hybrid working DBA for varying skill levels.

Essential Job Functions

• Installing and configuring database binaries
• Writing and maintaining scripts to automate DBA tasks
• Investigating and implementing automation of processes
• Perform routine, periodic, and proactive operation and monitoring
• Troubleshoot database related issues
• Perform patching and upgrades to ensure data security
• Be able to work 5 days onsite in Central London
  
  

Desirable Skills And Technologies

• Administration experience in a database technology such as MongoDB, MySQL, etc
• Experience of OS such as RHEL and Windows Server
• Experience in cloud technologies such as AWS
• Knowledge of database monitoring tools, such as OEM and Nagios
• Experience in scripting, such as Python
• Knowledge of database server clustering, failover, and disaster recovery
• Experience in database replication software, such as Data Guard, Replication Manager for PostgreSQL, and MongoDB ReplicaSets
• Experience in backup/recovery procedures and scripting
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proven experience in infrastructure technology management
• Proficiencies in project management and technical knowledge
• A continuous learner that stays abreast with industry knowledge and technology
  
  

At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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