SQL DBA

Picture More Ltd; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services organisation in Chelmsford is seeking an experienced SQL DBA to ensure the reliability and security of critical databases. The successful candidate will work with Microsoft SQL Server and Azure technologies, designing impactful database solutions and contributing to system performance. This role offers a collaborative team environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Salary - £60,000 - £65,000

Opportunities with modern SQL technologies

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Strong experience with Microsoft SQL Server and Azure technologies.
• Deep understanding of performance tuning, security, and cost optimisation.
• Experience with T-SQL, stored procedures, and custom integrations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure reliability, security, and efficiency of key databases.
• Design and implement database solutions.
• Contribute to backup and disaster recovery strategy.

Skills

Microsoft SQL Server

Azure SQL VM

T-SQL

Performance tuning

Backup strategies

Data integration

Query Store

Extended Events

Tools

Power BI

Azure Data Factory

Job description

SQL DBA

Are you a SQL Server specialist who enjoys solving complex performance issues and building robust, secure database environments?

We are supporting a leading professional services organisation as they hire an SQL DBA to join their growing team. This role focuses on keeping business-critical systems reliable, secure and high performing while supporting colleagues across the wider firm.

What’s in it for you?

• Salary - £60,000 - £65,000
• Opportunities to work with modern Microsoft SQL Server and Azure SQL technologies
• A SQL DBA role with genuine impact on system stability, performance and data integrity
• Supportive team culture with strong emphasis on collaboration and knowledge-sharing
• Exposure to enterprise-level systems and database architecture
• Clear development pathways in both on-prem and cloud data technologies

What you will be doing

• Ensuring the reliability, security and efficiency of key databases and applications
• Designing and implementing database solutions and integrations
• Developing database-level interfaces, data extracts and bespoke solutions
• Contributing to backup and disaster recovery strategy
• Troubleshooting performance issues using tools such as Query Store and Extended Events
• Managing incidents, requests and third-line support escalations
• Working closely with external suppliers and application vendors
• Supporting data analytics and reporting teams with ETL and transformation work
• Testing application upgrades and documenting processes for wider teams

What you’ll bring

• Strong experience with Microsoft SQL Server (On-Prem), Azure SQL VM, Azure Managed Instance and Azure SQL Database
• Deep understanding of performance tuning, scaling, security and cost optimisation
• Experience with T‑SQL, stored procedures, functions and custom integrations
• Hands‑on experience with backups, integrity checks and index maintenance
• Familiarity with blocking, caching and wait statistics
• Experience with Extended Events and Query Store
• Bonus: exposure to Power BI datasets, Azure Data Factory and Microsoft Fabric
• Clear communicator and problem solver with a calm, collaborative approach

If you’re looking for a role where you can influence database architecture, improve system performance, and work across both on‑prem and cloud technologies, this could be the perfect next step. Apply today for a confidential chat!

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.