SQL Database Administrator

Telefónica Tech (EN); London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Database Administrator to join their dynamic team. This hybrid role offers the flexibility of remote work combined with in-office collaboration, allowing you to engage with colleagues across various locations. You'll be responsible for managing SQL Server databases, ensuring their integrity, security, and performance. Your contributions will be recognized, especially during on-call support periods. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about database management, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft SQL Server and T-SQL is essential.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage SQL Server databases for optimal performance.
• Ensure database integrity, availability, and security.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database-related incidents.

Skills

Microsoft SQL Server

T-SQL

Problem-solving skills

Written and spoken English

Database design

Ability to work independently

Ability to work as part of a team

Education

Experience in a similar role

Tools

Azure SQL Database

Azure DevOps

Job description

Telefónica Tech (part of the Telefónica Group) is a leading NextGen Tech solutions provider with a highly diversified team of over 6,000 exceptionally skilled employees and +60 nationalities.

We serve more than 5.5m customers every day in over 175 countries, with a global ecosystem of market-leading partners. Global strategic hubs: Spain, Brazil, the UK, Germany.

The Telefónica Tech UK&I hub has an end-to-end portfolio of market leading services and develops integrated technology solutions to accelerate digital transformation through: Cloud, Data & AI, Enterprise Applications, Workplace Services and Cyber Security & Networking.

Values: Open, Trusted and Bold

• HPE: Platinum Partner – FY23 UK&I Solution Provider of the Year
• Palo Alto & Crowdstrike: part of our NextDefense Cyber Security Portfolio
• Fortinet: Elite VIP Program – one of only 2 in the UK
• AWS: Advanced Solution & Managed Service Provider Program

Job Description

What will I be doing?

This is a hybrid role, combining remote work with in-office collaboration. The successful candidate will work from home while also spending time in our office as needed to engage with colleagues and stakeholders. They will collaborate closely with teams based in the UK, Bulgaria, and India, working across different time zones to ensure seamless communication and effective service delivery.

As part of the role, you will be required to provide on-call support outside of normal office hours monthly, which includes overnight and weekend work. Your contributions during these times will be acknowledged and rewarded.

As a Database Administrator, you will provide ongoing delivery and support for well-recognised clients worldwide. You will be communicating regularly with technical, applications and operational colleagues to ensure database integrity and security. Your responsibilities will include:

• Communicating regularly with technical, applications and operational staff to ensure database integrity, availability and security.
• Monitoring and managing SQL Server databases (including Azure SQL Database & Managed Instance) to ensure optimal availability, security and performance.
• Implement and manage critical maintenance tasks including backups and integrity checks.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database-related incidents in line with SLAs.
• Query tuning and performance optimisation.
• Installation and configuration of SQL Server and SQL Server components.
• Performing scheduled maintenance and support release deployment activities and upgrades.
• Writing database documentation, including data standards, procedures and definitions for the data dictionaries.
• Carrying out capacity planning.
• Managing the security and disaster recovery aspects of databases.
• Acting as a subject matter expert and trusted advisor on SQL Server and data for customers.

Qualifications

What experience/skills do I need?

Key Skills:

• Experience working in a similar role
• Strong written and spoken English
• Experience working in an environment using Microsoft SQL Server
• Knowledge of data backup, recovery, security, integrity and T-SQL
• Familiarity with database design, documentation and coding
• Problem-solving skills and ability to think algorithmically
• Willingness to learn based on feedback
• Ability to identify opportunities and issues
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team

Desirable Skills:

• Experience working with Azure SQL Databases
• Knowledge of Azure Infrastructure
• Experience using Azure DevOps
• Knowledge of Business Intelligence Database design principles and tools

Additional Information
We don’t believe hiring is a tick box exercise, so if you feel that you don’t match the job description 100%, but would still be a great fit for the role, please get in touch.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Consulting

Industries

Software Development