Lead Database Engineer

DWP Digital; Wallsend; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent UK government department is seeking a professional to ensure the stability and improvement of their database and infrastructure services. The role involves leading technical decisions, guiding teams, and transforming data into actionable insights. Candidates should have experience with Data Platforms, Oracle technologies, and public cloud solutions. The offer includes competitive pay, opportunities for professional development, and a flexible working environment that supports work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £92,522

Employer pension contributions worth 28.97%

Generous holiday allowances

Professional development opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience in building and developing centralized Data Platforms for large datasets.
• Proficiency in Oracle technologies like RAC, Dataguard, RMAN Backup.
• Familiarity with OCI and AWS cloud technologies.
• Ability to think strategically while providing hands-on leadership.

Responsibilities

• Ensure database and infrastructure services run smoothly.
• Shape the design and improvement of services.
• Transform risks and data into insights for decision-making.
• Support junior colleagues in skill development.

Skills

Data Platforms Development

Oracle Database Technologies

Public Cloud Technologies

Agile Principles

Technical Leadership

Strong Communication Skills

Tools

AWS

Oracle

Job description

Responsibilities

• Ensure the departments database and infrastructure services run smoothly and are designed for long-term stability.
• Shape the design, support, and improvement of database and infrastructure services.
• Make informed design choices that maintain reliable services aligned with DWP needs.
• Provide guidance to senior engineers on complex technical challenges.
• Support junior colleagues in skill development and growth.
• Transform risks and raw data into insights for informed decision-making by leaders.
• Represent the department with external partners and promote good engineering practices.
• Collaborate with other senior leaders to provide technical advice and shape future infrastructure.
• Encourage innovative ways of working and ensure constant improvement of services.

Technologies

• AWS
• Cloud
• Support
• Oracle

Qualifications

• Experience in building and developing centralized Data Platforms for large datasets from diverse sources.
• Proficiency in Oracle Database technologies (RAC, Dataguard, RMAN Backup and Recovery).
• Familiarity with Public Cloud Technologies, particularly OCI and AWS.
• Technical leadership experience and ability to support Infrastructure Engineers.
• Understanding of Agile principles in infrastructure delivery.
• Strong communication skills to influence and engage a variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to think strategically while providing hands-on leadership.
• Experience in guiding roadmap and architecture work and managing major incidents.

About DWP

We are DWP, the UKs largest government department, recognized for making around £280 billion in payments every year, supporting millions of people. We offer competitive pay up to £92,522, employer pension contributions worth 28.97%, and a flexible working environment that promotes work-life balance. Our hybrid model allows you to work from home and collaborate in one of our digital hubs located in Blackpool or Newcastle. Youll enjoy generous holiday allowances, professional development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package that supports your well-being. Our award-winning culture emphasizes diversity and inclusivity, making DWP a great place to grow your career.