DBA Lead

Opus Recruitment Solutions; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced DBA Lead to manage multi-terabyte database environments in the financial services sector. This high-impact role involves overseeing database design and security, leading cloud projects, and mentoring junior DBAs. The position is based in the UK, requiring one day in the Swindon office weekly, with a daily rate of £400 - £450 inside IR35.

Qualifications

• Experience with large-scale, high-transaction database systems.
• Strong understanding of PCI DSS compliance.
• Ability to lead technical projects and mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design and delivery of database platforms.
• Ensure database security and compliance.
• Lead cloud adoption and database upgrades.

Skills

Database design

Performance optimization

Cloud technologies

Agile methodologies

Mentorship

Tools

Oracle

Exadata

AWS

AuroraDB

Job description

Our client is looking for an experienced DBA Lead to oversee mission‑critical, multi‑terabyte database environments in the financial services Industry. This is a high‑impact role supporting 24x7 financial processing systems and leading database innovation in a fast‑growing Agile/DevOps environment. The rate is ranging from £400 - £450 per day inside IR35. The ideal candidate would be onsite in the Swindon office 1 day per week.

Key Highlights

• Lead design, delivery, and optimisation of large‑scale, high‑transaction Oracle/Exadata platforms
• Ensure PCI DSS compliance through strong database security, audits, and patching practices
• Drive cloud adoption projects (AWS, Oracle RDS, AuroraDB) and database upgrades to 19c
• Collaborate with infrastructure and technology teams to improve performance and scalability
• Mentor junior DBAs and act as technical lead on major projects, including DR and CI/CD automation.

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