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Job Posted: 3 hours ago
Salary: £ 465 - 465 / Day
Job Type: Contract
Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Contract Role: SQL Database Administrator (Outside IR35)
Location: Fully Remote (1-2 days onsite in Leeds during week one for laptop collection and team intro)
Rate: £467.50
Duration: 3 months
Start Date: ASAP
IR35 Status: Outside IR35
Sector: Logistics / Supply Chain Software
References: Required at screening stage
Company Overview
A UK-based logistics software provider that develops and manages parcel return systems and supply chain platforms. Their software supports end-to-end logistics operations, including parcel collection, tracking, and integration with client systems. The company operates a 100-person IT hub in Romania, though recent offshore support has proven unreliable.
Project Overview
The business is undertaking a comprehensive health check of its IT systems to ensure stability, performance, and readiness for future scaling. This includes reviewing SQL Server environments, identifying risks, and recommending upgrades or optimisations. The role is critical to maintaining operational continuity and supporting future transformation.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct a full health check of existing SQL Server databases and infrastructure
Review and optimise database performance, indexing, and query efficiency
Identify and resolve potential risks or vulnerabilities in the current setup
Recommend and implement upgrades or patches where necessary
Ensure high availability and disaster recovery configurations are in place
Document findings and provide clear recommendations for long-term improvements
Collaborate with UK-based stakeholders and offshore teams (Romania)
Support knowledge transfer and handover for future permanent hire
Essential Skills & Experience
Proven experience as a SQL Server DBA in enterprise environments
Strong understanding of database performance tuning and optimisation
Experience with backup/recovery strategies and disaster recovery planning
Ability to conduct system audits and produce actionable recommendations
Comfortable working independently and remotely
Excellent communication skills for stakeholder engagement
Experience in logistics or supply chain environments is highly desirableBefore You Apply
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