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Database Administrator

Job Posted: 2 days ago

Salary: £ 60,000 - 63,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Leicester, Leicestershire

Expire in: 25 days

Job Description

We're recruiting for a Database Administrator (DBA) to join our well established and respected client based in Leicester on a full time, permanent basis.

Location: Hybrid working options (3 days in the Leicester office).

Salary: £60,000 - £63,000 per annum (depending on experience).

The Role: 

As a DBA, you will maintain and support customer databases on a 24/7 365 basis. You will oversee supporting the technical services infrastructure at Tier 3-4. Providing a seamless flow of information to the customers' system, considering both backend data structure and frontend accessibility for end-users. Ensuring successful integration within the clients existing systems and focusing on maximising the value clients receive from the products & services. 

Key Responsibilities: 

Understanding client needs, gathering requirements, and designing customised solutions to address specific challenges.
Installing, configuring, and deploying company products or services in client environments.
Assisting with data transfer from existing systems to the new solution.
Integrating the company's product with other client systems and applications. 
Assessment of current applications infrastructure architecture. Identify solutions to improve application availability and stabilise applications to improve customer experience.
Enhance operational efficiencies and effectiveness via tools, scripts, workflow, technology, and process improvements.
Technical lead and Tier 3-4 support for critical availability issues. Helps troubleshoot complex technical problems and provides operational crisis management.
Maintain and support operational tools which will include 24/7 support according to agreed SLA.
Staying current with the latest product features, industry trends, and best practices.
Serve as a trusted DB advisor to clients, offering strategic guidance, best practices, and insights to help them derive the maximum value from our product.
Collaborate with the development and support teams, promptly escalating and resolving technical issues or system discrepancies to maintain smooth operations for clients. 

Your Skills and Experience:

Excellent knowledge of relational database concepts and SQL.
Knowledgeable with database performance tools such as Ignite.
Experience with the following OS: Solaris, Linux, and Windows.
Hands on experience with the following: MSSQL, Oracle, Sybase, MongoDB.
Experience with writing shell scripts for Unix/Linux.
Experience in query optimisation.
3+ years of experience in deep database analysis and database performance improvements.
Assumes ownership of problems, root cause analysis and resolution. 

If you are looking for the next step in your career with a reputable and well-established company, apply for this role now!

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About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies

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