Infrastructure Architect (SQL Focus) - DV Cleared

TieTalent; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Infrastructure Architect with SQL expertise and current DV clearance. This full-time role offers a chance to lead critical infrastructure projects in a collaborative environment. You will design, prototype, and support robust SQL Server solutions, ensuring they meet functional requirements. The position promises a competitive salary, bonuses, and excellent benefits, including a car allowance and private medical insurance. If you are ready to make a significant impact and thrive in a dynamic team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

Employee Discounts

Flexible Benefits Scheme

Market-leading Pension Scheme

26 Days Holiday

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge in SQL Server architecture and administration.
• Experience in agile team environments and technical delivery.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement SQL-centric infrastructure solutions.
• Own work packages from design to support.
• Collaborate within an agile framework.

Skills

SQL Server Architecture

Problem-Solving Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Agile Methodologies

Job description

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About

Location: Basingstoke (5 days per week, office-based)

Security Clearance: Must hold current, active UK Developed Vetting (DV) clearance or be willing to go through DV Clearance.

Salary: £75,000 - £80,000 per annum

Package: + 10% Bonus + 10% DV Allowance + £6,000 Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits

Overview

Are you an experienced Infrastructure Architect with deep SQL Server expertise and current DV security clearance? Ready to make a significant impact within a collaborative, multi-skilled agile team?

We are recruiting on behalf of a prestigious global technology services company seeking a talented individual to join their team based full-time at their Basingstoke office. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of critical infrastructure projects within a challenging and varied environment where teamwork and continuous learning are paramount.

The Role

Working as a key member of an agile team, you will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of infrastructure work packages, with a strong focus on SQL Server environments. You will leverage your technical skills to design, prototype, test, deploy, and support robust solutions, ensuring they meet both functional and non-functional requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and implement SQL-centric infrastructure solutions.
• Take full ownership of work packages throughout their lifecycle.
• Develop and execute repeatable unit tests for functionality and resilience.
• Troubleshoot complex technical problems effectively.
• Provide early life support for newly deployed solutions.
• Create and maintain high-quality design and support documentation.
• Manage ongoing changes and enhancements based on evolving requirements.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues across security, service, and management within an agile framework.

Required Skills & Experience

• Essential: Advanced knowledge and demonstrable experience in SQL Server architecture, implementation, and administration.
• Essential: Must hold current and transferable UK Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance.
• Proven ability to own technical delivery from design through to support.
• Experience working within agile team environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

What's On Offer

This role comes with a highly competitive remuneration package:

• Base Salary: £75,000 - £80,000
• Bonus: performance-related bonus
• DV Allowance: 10% of base salary
• Car Allowance: £6,000 per annum
• Market-leading pension scheme with double matching contributions up to 10%
• 26 days + public holidays + 3 flexible days
• Life Assurance
• Private Medical Insurance
• Flexible Benefits Scheme: Options like buying extra holidays, dental cover, critical illness, etc.
• Employee Discounts Platform
• Employee Assistance Programme & Virtual GP Service
• Opportunity to work on challenging projects within a supportive, inclusive, and people-centric organisation

Nice-to-have skills

• SQL Server
• SQL
• Agile

Work experience

• Solutions Architect
• Systems Administrator

Languages

• English

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Technology, Information and Internet