Senior SQL Server DBA

Arqiva; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior SQL Server DBA to manage databases critical to smart metering platforms. The ideal candidate should have proven expertise in SQL Server environments, excellent communication skills, and a desire to develop broader DBA skills. This role offers a competitive salary and a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Up to £65K base salary

6% pension contribution

Private Medical

25 days annual leave

Comprehensive benefits including discounts and wellness programs

Qualifications

• Experience as a SQL Server DBA in enterprise environments.
• Demonstrated responsibility for large SQL Server estates.
• Familiar with cloud-hosted solutions and cross-functional projects.
• Experienced in on-call support and ensuring service availability.
• Interest in developing DBA skills including PostgreSQL.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Microsoft SQL Server databases.
• Take ownership of SQL Server estate for smart metering.
• Deliver performance tuning, monitoring, and recovery.
• Provide input for database design and automation.
• Implement disaster recovery and security procedures.
• Support integration with other platforms.

Skills

SQL Server DBA Expertise

In-depth knowledge of indexing and query optimisation

Scripting using PowerShell

Familiarity with Ansible for automation

Exposure to AWS

Basic familiarity with PostgreSQL and Oracle

Excellent communication skills

Ability to maintain technical documentation

A self-starter

Job description

Senior SQL Server DBA

WINCHESTER, HAMPSHIRE, United Kingdom and 1 more

Job Description

Location: We operate a flexible, hybrid working environment with the candidate required to travel to either our Winchester or London office once or twice a week.

We offer

• Up to £65K base salary
• 6% pension contribution
• Private Medical
• 25 days annual leave
• Access to our comprehensive flexible benefits including discounts on big brands, wellness and employee assistance programmes, GymFlex, buy and sell annual leave, travel and dental insurance
• Work. Life. Smarter. Our commitment to a flexible and hybrid working culture

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Microsoft SQL Server databases across multiple business-critical platforms
• Take technical ownership of Arqiva’s Smart Metering SQL Server estate, including energy, gas, and water platforms
• Deliver ongoing performance tuning, monitoring, patching, backups, and recovery
• Provide expert input to database design, optimisation, and automation using PowerShell and/or Ansible
• Collaborate with application and infrastructure teams to ensure stability and scalability of services
• Implement robust disaster recovery, high availability, and security procedures
• Support integration with other platforms such as Oracle and PostgreSQL where required
• Participate in an on-call rota, ensuring continuous support for critical services
• Actively contribute to service improvement initiatives, including technical documentation and governance
• Support knowledge transfer from retiring DBAs and ensure smooth handover of responsibilities

Key Skills & Strengths

• SQL Server DBA Expertise: Proven experience managing enterprise-scale Microsoft SQL Server environments
• In-depth knowledge of indexing, query optimisation, and monitoring tools
• Familiarity with scripting using PowerShell, and tools like Ansible for automation
• Exposure to AWS (non-RDS), with understanding of cloud-hosted SQL environments
• Knowledge of backup, security, and access control in critical systems
• Cross-platform Knowledge: Basic familiarity with PostgreSQL and Oracle is advantageous
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to maintain robust technical documentation and configuration records
• A self-starter who can own and drive SQL platform decisions and direction

Knowledge & Experience

• Experience as a SQL Server DBA in enterprise environments
• Demonstrated responsibility for large, complex SQL Server estates in production
• Familiar with cloud-hosted solutions and cross-functional project work
• Experienced in participating in on-call support and ensuring service availability
• A strong interest in developing broader DBA skills, including PostgreSQL and modern tooling
• Eligible for Security Clearance (SC)

We are the undisputed leader in UK TV and radio broadcast, and the UK’s leading Smart utilities platform, directly shaping the future of connectivity.

Through our established infrastructure we ensure that media and data are delivered exactly where they’re needed most, whether it’s bringing content to your TV or radio or transmitting data from your smart meter to your utility provider - chances are our services are a part of your daily life, seamlessly connecting you through our behind-the-scenes technology.

With an impressive history and an innovative future ahead of us, leading the transition of global media distribution to cloud based solutions and creating scalable solutions for new connectivity sectors - you’ll have many opportunities to develop and grow your unique career with us.

Why Arqiva? Reward . Connection . Growth

At Arqiva, we believe in supporting you to be your best, both at work and outside of it. That’s why our rewards and benefits go far beyond your pay; take a look at our totalreward2025 booklet.

Here, you’ll find endless opportunities to connect, whether that’s with colleagues through our internal networks and events or by making a difference in the communities where we work.

And when it comes to your career, we’re committed to helping you grow. Whether you want to become a specialist in your field or climb to the top, we’ll support you every step of the way.

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Job Info

• Job Identification 24005
• Posting Date 08/28/2025, 06:12 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Crawley Court, Winchester, HANTS, SO21 2QA, GB