MongoDB DBA

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a MongoDB DBA to join its dynamic Integration Platform team. This role involves designing and maintaining MongoDB databases in a hybrid work setting, promoting ongoing growth and collaboration. Ideal candidates will have strong MongoDB skills and a commitment to improving banking solutions for millions in the UK.

Benefits

Personal pension with employer top-up

Paid volunteering days

Life assurance (8x salary)

Additional benefits via salary sacrifice

Health and wellness options

Performance-related bonus

Training and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven track record in MongoDB design and implementation.
• Expertise in Linux and JSON data handling.
• Desirable knowledge of Kafka and LDAP integration.

Responsibilities

• Design and build solutions with delivery teams.
• Provide guidance and support to junior engineers.
• Occasional on-call duties may be required.

Skills

MongoDB design

Troubleshooting

Performance tuning

Linux operating systems

JSON data structures

Tools

MongoDB OpsManager

Infrastructure as Code

Red Hat OpenShift

Job description

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

MongoDB DBA

London or Swindon office

Hybrid (2 days on site / 3 days work from home)

If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference with great job satisfaction in a dynamic and thriving team, then join our Integration Platform team at Nationwide. We are at the center of the society’s tech strategy and focus on our Kubernetes platform.

As a MongoDB Database Administrator, you will work in project teams designing, building, and maintaining MongoDB databases and infrastructure to deliver strong business solutions. You will be involved from design to support of both non-production and production environments. We encourage ongoing development and skills growth in technologies. You will also have opportunities to collaborate and share ideas within our professional communities.

We support flexible working arrangements to help you perform at your best.

Nationwide offers hybrid working where possible, combining office presence with home working. You will spend at least two days per week at our London, Swindon, Northampton, or Bournemouth offices. Further details will be provided if your application is successful. You may need to attend the London or Swindon office once a month for workshops and meetings.

High volume applications may lead to early closing of the advert, so apply promptly.

What you’ll be doing

Collaborating within delivery teams to design and build solutions using your technical leadership and SME knowledge. Providing guidance to less experienced engineers and ensuring solutions meet team objectives. Occasional on-call work may be required.

About you

You have a proven track record in MongoDB design, build, and implementation, with in-depth knowledge of:

• Linux operating systems
• MongoDB OpsManager for backups and deployments
• MongoDB architecture, replication, and sharding
• JSON data structures, exporting/importing documents
• Troubleshooting and performance tuning within MongoDB
• Working across multiple projects and sharing expertise
• Building relationships with stakeholders
• Quickly learning new technologies

Knowledge of at least three of the following is desirable:

• Infrastructure as Code (Ansible or similar)
• LDAP integration
• Red Hat OpenShift
• Kafka
• Network and infrastructure security
• Agile methodologies
• Regulatory environments (PCI, GDPR)
• Working with third parties/suppliers

Our Customer First behaviors include honesty, striving for improvement, and accountability. Demonstrating these in your application will strengthen it.

We review each application individually, so highlight your most relevant experience.

The extras you’ll get

• Personal pension with employer top-up
• Paid volunteering days
• Life assurance (8x salary)
• Additional benefits via salary sacrifice
• Health and wellness options through Wellhub
• Performance-related bonus
• Training and career development opportunities

What makes us different

Nationwide is the UK’s largest building society, owned by our members, serving over 15 million customers. We are committed to fair and society-beneficial banking, offering rewarding careers and benefits. Join us to experience the difference and help us reach more people across the UK.