DBA / Database Developer

TN United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative beauty retailer is seeking a skilled DBA/Database Developer to enhance their data infrastructure. In this hybrid role, you'll manage and optimize critical database systems, ensuring high performance and security. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you'll tackle data challenges and contribute to key projects that support both retail and e-commerce operations. This opportunity allows you to unleash your creativity and grow within a diverse and inclusive environment, making a significant impact in the world of beauty and technology.

Benefits

Training and Development

Inclusive Work Environment

Diverse Team

Career Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong experience in database administration and development, particularly with SQL Server.
• Proven ability to write efficient SQL queries and optimize performance.
• Hands-on experience with high-availability solutions.

Responsibilities

• Manage databases ensuring security, performance, and scalability.
• Design and optimize database components for website functionality.
• Monitor database performance and implement improvements.

Skills

SQL Server

Database Administration

SQL Query Development

Database Security

Performance Optimization

High Availability Solutions

Problem Solving

Tools

Redgate SQL Monitor

Job description

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At Sephora, we inspire our customers, empower our teams, and help them become the best versions of themselves. We create an environment where people are valued, and differences are celebrated. Every day, our teams across the world bring to life our purpose: to expand the way the world sees beauty by empowering the ExtraOrdinary in each of us.

We are united by a common goal - to reimagine the future of beauty.

The Opportunity

Sephora UK is growing rapidly, and we’re looking for a skilled and versatile DBA / Database Developer to manage and develop our critical database systems. This hybrid role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, balancing database performance, security, and integrity while designing, building, and maintaining database components that support our digital and operational needs.

Reporting to the Head of IT, with direct access to the CTO, you will play a pivotal role in shaping Sephora’s data infrastructure, ensuring our databases are optimized to support the continued success of our retail and e-commerce business.

This role is open to candidates based in London or Jersey, English Channel.

Responsibilities

• Manage & Maintain Databases: Ensure our databases are secure, high-performing, and scalable, implementing best practices in administration, backup, and recovery.
• Database Development: Design, build, and optimize database components to support our website and feature requirements, ensuring seamless functionality.
• Performance & Optimization: Monitor and enhance database performance using tools like Redgate SQL Monitor, identifying bottlenecks and implementing improvements.
• Security & Compliance: Enforce security measures, access controls, and compliance protocols to protect sensitive data.
• High Availability & Disaster Recovery: Implement solutions like mirroring, replication, and log shipping to minimize downtime and ensure business continuity.
• SQL Query Development: Write efficient queries, stored procedures, and database scripts to support business operations and new system developments.
• Collaboration & Problem-Solving: Work closely with cross-functional teams, proactively solving data-related challenges and contributing to key projects.

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for someone who is proactive, analytical, and passionate about data management.

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Strong experience in database administration and development, particularly with SQL Server.
• Proven ability to write efficient SQL queries, optimize indexes, and enhance performance.
• A deep understanding of database security, compliance, and best practices.
• Hands-on experience with high-availability solutions (e.g., mirroring, log shipping, replication).
• A problem-solving mindset, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-moving team.
• Experience managing database systems in an e-commerce or retail environment (preferred).

Ready to take Sephora’s data capabilities to the next level? Join us and make your mark in the world of beauty and tech!

While at Sephora, you’ll enjoy...

• The people: You will be surrounded by talented leaders and teams – people you can be proud to work with.
• The learning: We invest in training and development, and you will continue evolving and building your skills through personalized career plans.
• The culture: As part of the LVMH family, our reach is broad, and our impact is global. We innovate and reimagine beauty, with 40,000 passionate team members across 35 markets and 3,000 stores, united by a common goal - to reimagine the future of beauty.

You can unleash your creativity, learn and evolve, and be yourself. This is the future of beauty. Reimagine your future, at Sephora.

Sephora is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We do not discriminate and celebrate diversity, fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.