SQL DBA (AWS)

JR United Kingdom; Bradford; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking an experienced SQL DBA (AWS) for an 8-month hybrid contract. You will manage SQL Server databases in an AWS cloud environment, ensuring optimal performance and security while collaborating with IT teams to meet operational goals. Proven experience in database administration and AWS familiarity are essential for this role, aimed at enhancing system availability and compliance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a SQL Server DBA.
• Familiarity with SQL within AWS cloud environment.
• Experience with performance tuning and indexing.

Responsibilities

• Manage, maintain, and optimize SQL Server databases.
• Handle backups, disaster recovery, and security compliance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database issues.

Skills

Database administration

Performance tuning

Query optimization

AWS cloud environment

Problem-solving

Communication

Job description

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SQL DBA (AWS) required to join our client on an initial 8-month contract. You’ll be responsible for managing, maintaining, and optimizing SQL Server databases in an AWS Cloud environment. This role is hybrid working (3 days in office). You’ll work closely with development and infrastructure teams to ensure high availability, security, and performance of critical systems.

Key Responsibilities:

·Database administration, performance tuning, and optimization

·Managing backups, disaster recovery, and high availability solutions

·Ensuring database security and compliance with industry standards

·Supporting database migrations and upgrades

·Troubleshooting and resolving database issues efficiently

Requirements:

·Proven experience as a SQL Server DBA

·Strong knowledge of SQL Server 2016+

·Essential - Familiarity with working with SQL within AWS cloud environment

• looking for strong production experience with RDS AWS SQL Server

·Experience with performance tuning, indexing, and query optimization

·Experience working in an ITIL-driven environment

·Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

London (Hybrid – mix of remote & onsite)