SQL DBA (AWS)

JR United Kingdom; Wolverhampton; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the tech sector is seeking an experienced SQL DBA (AWS) for an 8-month contract. The successful candidate will manage and optimize SQL Server databases within an AWS cloud. This hybrid role involves collaboration with development and infrastructure teams to ensure optimal database performance and security. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in database administration and familiarity with AWS solutions.

Qualifications

• Proven SQL Server DBA experience required.
• Strong production experience with RDS AWS SQL Server is essential.
• Experience in performance tuning, indexing, and query optimization.

Responsibilities

• Manage, maintain, and optimize SQL Server databases in AWS.
• Perform database administration and ensure high availability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database issues efficiently.

Skills

Database administration

Performance tuning

Backup management

Troubleshooting

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Experience as a SQL Server DBA

Working knowledge of SQL Server 2016+

Familiarity with AWS cloud environment

ITIL experience

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)