SQL Database Administrator (DBA) - £550-£600 per day - Outside IR35 - Primarily remote - 3 months initial contract. Working on an ad hoc / requirement basis. My client, a leading technology company and specialist in the design, build, support and management of the UK s critical digital infrastructure, is seeking a talented and experienced Database Administrator (DBA) with expertise in SQL, to join them on a contract basis. The role will primarily focus on managing on-premise databases, ensuring their efficiency, security, and reliability. In addition to SQL, the ideal candidate will possess strong skills in Tableau, replication, query optimization, ETL updates, and transitioning from legacy SQL versions. If you have a passion for database management and a track record of success in these areas, we invite you to apply and become an integral part of our team. Responsibilities: Design, implement, and manage on-premise SQL database solutions to support various business applications and processes. Optimize SQL queries and database performance to ensure efficient data retrieval and processing. Implement and maintain Tableau dashboards for data visualization and reporting purposes. Configure and manage database replication to ensure data consistency and availability across multiple servers. Perform ETL updates and transformations to integrate data from various sources into the SQL databases. Conduct regular performance tuning and optimization activities to enhance database efficiency and scalability. Collaborate with software developers, system administrators, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of database systems with other IT infrastructure components. Plan and execute database upgrades and migrations from legacy versions to newer versions of SQL Server. Implement and enforce database security policies and procedures to safeguard sensitive data. Provide technical support and guidance to team members and end-users as needed. Requirements: Proven work experience as a Database Administrator (DBA) with a strong emphasis on on-premise SQL database management. Advanced skills in SQL programming, including complex query optimization, stored procedures, triggers, and functions. Proficiency in database performance tuning, indexing strategies, and query optimization techniques. Strong expertise in Tableau for data visualization and reporting. Experience configuring and managing database replication for high availability and disaster recovery. Hands-on experience with ETL tools and processes for data integration. Ability to plan and execute database upgrades and migrations from legacy versions to newer versions of SQL Server. Familiarity with database security best practices and procedures. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Preferred Qualifications: Relevant certifications in SQL database administration (e.g., Microsoft Certified: SQL Database Administrator) are a plus. Experience with other database platforms such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or Oracle. Knowledge of data warehousing concepts and technologies.
Apr 18, 2024
Contractor
SQL Database Administrator (DBA) - £550-£600 per day - Outside IR35 - Primarily remote - 3 months initial contract. Working on an ad hoc / requirement basis. My client, a leading technology company and specialist in the design, build, support and management of the UK s critical digital infrastructure, is seeking a talented and experienced Database Administrator (DBA) with expertise in SQL, to join them on a contract basis. The role will primarily focus on managing on-premise databases, ensuring their efficiency, security, and reliability. In addition to SQL, the ideal candidate will possess strong skills in Tableau, replication, query optimization, ETL updates, and transitioning from legacy SQL versions. If you have a passion for database management and a track record of success in these areas, we invite you to apply and become an integral part of our team. Responsibilities: Design, implement, and manage on-premise SQL database solutions to support various business applications and processes. Optimize SQL queries and database performance to ensure efficient data retrieval and processing. Implement and maintain Tableau dashboards for data visualization and reporting purposes. Configure and manage database replication to ensure data consistency and availability across multiple servers. Perform ETL updates and transformations to integrate data from various sources into the SQL databases. Conduct regular performance tuning and optimization activities to enhance database efficiency and scalability. Collaborate with software developers, system administrators, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of database systems with other IT infrastructure components. Plan and execute database upgrades and migrations from legacy versions to newer versions of SQL Server. Implement and enforce database security policies and procedures to safeguard sensitive data. Provide technical support and guidance to team members and end-users as needed. Requirements: Proven work experience as a Database Administrator (DBA) with a strong emphasis on on-premise SQL database management. Advanced skills in SQL programming, including complex query optimization, stored procedures, triggers, and functions. Proficiency in database performance tuning, indexing strategies, and query optimization techniques. Strong expertise in Tableau for data visualization and reporting. Experience configuring and managing database replication for high availability and disaster recovery. Hands-on experience with ETL tools and processes for data integration. Ability to plan and execute database upgrades and migrations from legacy versions to newer versions of SQL Server. Familiarity with database security best practices and procedures. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Preferred Qualifications: Relevant certifications in SQL database administration (e.g., Microsoft Certified: SQL Database Administrator) are a plus. Experience with other database platforms such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or Oracle. Knowledge of data warehousing concepts and technologies.
DB2 Database Administrator Our client, a consulting organisation specialising in enterprise solutions and IBM Platinum partner is looking to recruit an experienced DB2 Database Administrator with an excellent track record deploying, supporting, and managing databases on premise and in the cloud. The current data platform estate is a mix of Oracle, IBM DB2, and SQL Server. This role requires strong production DBA experience. This role involves working in secure environments and will involve security clearance. Accordingly, suitable candidate will need to have been resident in the UK for the last five years. Specific Responsibilities: Industry standard, and general DBA responsibilities across a portfolio of supported databases Work with production databases for continual optimal performance tuning, standardisation, troubleshooting, design, and architecture Patching/updating/upgrading hosted cloud solution database infrastructure Security best practice, working with the existing quality framework (ISO27001?) Log, update and track technical issues and requests raised by clients. Accurately documenting, diagnosing, investigating, and resolving these issues. Work with 3rd party suppliers to quickly resolve technical issues with the database and other systems. Perform routine daily maintenance checks to ensure client databases are running efficiently as per defined procedures. Perform installations and patches of IBM WebSphere, HTTP Server and IBM Maximo software using IBM middleware and multiple database technologies (SQL, Oracle, DB2, MySQL) Involvement in data migration and data transformation activities Skills required: Demonstrable working experience as a DBA DB2 Tools, DB2 Monitoring and System performance (Data Management Console) Previous experience of supporting an enterprise DB estate. Knowledge of Linux operating systems In-depth knowledge in the structure and implementation of databases (Oracle/DB2/SQL databases in particular) Excellent communication skills both verbal and written Constant attention for minimising database unplanned downtime, management of parameters, configuration and tuning methods to provide fast query responses High availability/clustering and disaster recovery design Testing maintenance processes and schedules (Backup and DR testing) Develop and maintain system documentation for all database instances and interfaces Skills & Personal Qualities Desireable: A knowledge of integration tools like MQ Series, IIB or ACE Previous experience with data migration. An enthusiasm for technologies. A willingness to share knowledge and information among colleagues and relevant business partners Ability to automate installations/configuration of database software using automation
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
DB2 Database Administrator Our client, a consulting organisation specialising in enterprise solutions and IBM Platinum partner is looking to recruit an experienced DB2 Database Administrator with an excellent track record deploying, supporting, and managing databases on premise and in the cloud. The current data platform estate is a mix of Oracle, IBM DB2, and SQL Server. This role requires strong production DBA experience. This role involves working in secure environments and will involve security clearance. Accordingly, suitable candidate will need to have been resident in the UK for the last five years. Specific Responsibilities: Industry standard, and general DBA responsibilities across a portfolio of supported databases Work with production databases for continual optimal performance tuning, standardisation, troubleshooting, design, and architecture Patching/updating/upgrading hosted cloud solution database infrastructure Security best practice, working with the existing quality framework (ISO27001?) Log, update and track technical issues and requests raised by clients. Accurately documenting, diagnosing, investigating, and resolving these issues. Work with 3rd party suppliers to quickly resolve technical issues with the database and other systems. Perform routine daily maintenance checks to ensure client databases are running efficiently as per defined procedures. Perform installations and patches of IBM WebSphere, HTTP Server and IBM Maximo software using IBM middleware and multiple database technologies (SQL, Oracle, DB2, MySQL) Involvement in data migration and data transformation activities Skills required: Demonstrable working experience as a DBA DB2 Tools, DB2 Monitoring and System performance (Data Management Console) Previous experience of supporting an enterprise DB estate. Knowledge of Linux operating systems In-depth knowledge in the structure and implementation of databases (Oracle/DB2/SQL databases in particular) Excellent communication skills both verbal and written Constant attention for minimising database unplanned downtime, management of parameters, configuration and tuning methods to provide fast query responses High availability/clustering and disaster recovery design Testing maintenance processes and schedules (Backup and DR testing) Develop and maintain system documentation for all database instances and interfaces Skills & Personal Qualities Desireable: A knowledge of integration tools like MQ Series, IIB or ACE Previous experience with data migration. An enthusiasm for technologies. A willingness to share knowledge and information among colleagues and relevant business partners Ability to automate installations/configuration of database software using automation
PharmaLex is looking for an experienced Senior Database Administrator - MySQL / Senior DBA to work within Cloud Engineering and Operations to support PharmaLex s products. This opportunity can be home based within the UK or hybrid from our offices in Colchester, Essex. About us: PharmaLex is now part of Cencora, a leading global healthcare company with a foundation in pharmaceutical distribution. Together, PharmaLex and Cencora offer end-to-end product commercialization, including global market access strategy and execution, to drive patients healthier futures wherever they are in the world. Our experts use technology-elevated solutions to support clients through the entire product lifecycle. About the role: PharmaLex is looking for an experienced Senior Database Administrator/Senior DBA to work within Cloud Engineering and Operations to support PharmaLex s products. We need you to take ownership of our MySQL servers, take them to the next level via automation, tooling and best practices then shift left to ensure our applications can handle the future demands of our fast-growing area. If you are passionate about databases, good engineering practices and processes, automation, and customers we want to hear from you! What are we offering our Senior Database Administrator - MySQL? High autonomy. You are the engineer and craftsman we are here to enable you to make your masterpiece your way. Space to learn. 10% of your time is reserved for training days. Access to online training tools including A Cloud Guru. Career progression and mentorship. We want you to be the best version of yourself. Clear goals and development plan to get you where you want with space and tools to achieve those goals. You will be stretched daily which creates real rock star engineers. International mindset, operating in a diverse working environment, interacting with global employees and customers, and understanding and valuing cultural differences to become a global player in our industry. Health cash plan or private healthcare from day one. Life assurance. 25 days holiday plus BH (increasing to 27 after qualifying service). 8% employer pension contribution. Volunteer Day. An opportunity to work within an organisation with a positive work/life balance environment. Key responsibilities as our Senior Database Administrator - MySQL: Database Monitoring and Maintenance: Monitoring database health, space utilization, and system resource usage to identify and resolve issues promptly. Performing routine maintenance tasks such as database reorganization, index rebuilding, and statistics updates. Troubleshooting and Issue Resolution: Investigating and resolving database-related issues, including performance problems, data corruption, query optimisation, index recommendations connectivity problems, and application integration issues. Collaboration and Communication: Collaborating with development teams, SRE, and other stakeholders to ensure database requirements are met, and providing technical guidance and support when needed. Capacity Planning and Scalability: Assessing current database capacity and planning for future growth. Scaling the database infrastructure to handle increased data volumes and user loads as the organization expands. Supporting development teams by shifting database processes left What we're looking for in our Senior Database Administrator - MySQL: The successful Senior Database Administrator - MySQL will have a strong mix of technical and soft skills to drive technical brilliance and strong collaboration across multiple teams. Not all skills are required! Soft skills You love learning new skills and are always pushing yourself to learn more. You can deal with high-pressure situations, step back and get the full picture before jumping in. Complex polymorphic problem-solving is your bread and butter. You love the solution and want more! You grasp new concepts quickly and to a high standard. You thrive in a strong teamwork environment and put the team first in all of your actions. Technical skills Extensive MySQL 5.7 and 8.0 experience to cover the activities described in the job role. Experience using PT tool set. Configuration technologies such as Ansible to support configuration changes of our MySQL servers. Experience using Public Clouds such as Azure. A strong drive to engineer solutions using best practices. This is very important! Security first design philosophy. If you are passionate about reliability, good engineering practices and processes, automation, and customers we want to hear from you! To join our team as a Senior Database Administrator - MySQL , please click apply now. Pharmalex is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone to join our growing team. At Pharmalex we make sure that we comply equality, diversity and inclusion in all our offices and prohibit against any discrimination on basis of race, religion, colour, sex, age, marital status or disability status etc. No agencies please.
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
PharmaLex is looking for an experienced Senior Database Administrator - MySQL / Senior DBA to work within Cloud Engineering and Operations to support PharmaLex s products. This opportunity can be home based within the UK or hybrid from our offices in Colchester, Essex. About us: PharmaLex is now part of Cencora, a leading global healthcare company with a foundation in pharmaceutical distribution. Together, PharmaLex and Cencora offer end-to-end product commercialization, including global market access strategy and execution, to drive patients healthier futures wherever they are in the world. Our experts use technology-elevated solutions to support clients through the entire product lifecycle. About the role: PharmaLex is looking for an experienced Senior Database Administrator/Senior DBA to work within Cloud Engineering and Operations to support PharmaLex s products. We need you to take ownership of our MySQL servers, take them to the next level via automation, tooling and best practices then shift left to ensure our applications can handle the future demands of our fast-growing area. If you are passionate about databases, good engineering practices and processes, automation, and customers we want to hear from you! What are we offering our Senior Database Administrator - MySQL? High autonomy. You are the engineer and craftsman we are here to enable you to make your masterpiece your way. Space to learn. 10% of your time is reserved for training days. Access to online training tools including A Cloud Guru. Career progression and mentorship. We want you to be the best version of yourself. Clear goals and development plan to get you where you want with space and tools to achieve those goals. You will be stretched daily which creates real rock star engineers. International mindset, operating in a diverse working environment, interacting with global employees and customers, and understanding and valuing cultural differences to become a global player in our industry. Health cash plan or private healthcare from day one. Life assurance. 25 days holiday plus BH (increasing to 27 after qualifying service). 8% employer pension contribution. Volunteer Day. An opportunity to work within an organisation with a positive work/life balance environment. Key responsibilities as our Senior Database Administrator - MySQL: Database Monitoring and Maintenance: Monitoring database health, space utilization, and system resource usage to identify and resolve issues promptly. Performing routine maintenance tasks such as database reorganization, index rebuilding, and statistics updates. Troubleshooting and Issue Resolution: Investigating and resolving database-related issues, including performance problems, data corruption, query optimisation, index recommendations connectivity problems, and application integration issues. Collaboration and Communication: Collaborating with development teams, SRE, and other stakeholders to ensure database requirements are met, and providing technical guidance and support when needed. Capacity Planning and Scalability: Assessing current database capacity and planning for future growth. Scaling the database infrastructure to handle increased data volumes and user loads as the organization expands. Supporting development teams by shifting database processes left What we're looking for in our Senior Database Administrator - MySQL: The successful Senior Database Administrator - MySQL will have a strong mix of technical and soft skills to drive technical brilliance and strong collaboration across multiple teams. Not all skills are required! Soft skills You love learning new skills and are always pushing yourself to learn more. You can deal with high-pressure situations, step back and get the full picture before jumping in. Complex polymorphic problem-solving is your bread and butter. You love the solution and want more! You grasp new concepts quickly and to a high standard. You thrive in a strong teamwork environment and put the team first in all of your actions. Technical skills Extensive MySQL 5.7 and 8.0 experience to cover the activities described in the job role. Experience using PT tool set. Configuration technologies such as Ansible to support configuration changes of our MySQL servers. Experience using Public Clouds such as Azure. A strong drive to engineer solutions using best practices. This is very important! Security first design philosophy. If you are passionate about reliability, good engineering practices and processes, automation, and customers we want to hear from you! To join our team as a Senior Database Administrator - MySQL , please click apply now. Pharmalex is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone to join our growing team. At Pharmalex we make sure that we comply equality, diversity and inclusion in all our offices and prohibit against any discrimination on basis of race, religion, colour, sex, age, marital status or disability status etc. No agencies please.
Database Administrator (DBA) - Oracle RAC 19c, SQL, MySQL, Qlik - 100% Remote A large global organisation are looking for a Database Administrator to join their DB and Data Movement team, the DBA needs to have database administration skills across relational databases and open source databases. This will be an initial 12 months+ contract opportunity with the possibility for multiple extensions. The position can be worked 100% remotely from any location across Europe. Required Key Skills Extensive proven experience working as a Database Administrator (DBA) Expert Database Administrative skills on the following: Oracle RAC 19c SQL Server MySQL EDB Familiarity with data movement concepts and base skills Knowledge of Data Movement Software such as Qlik or Stream are beneficial/bonus points Fluent English speaking Database Administrator (DBA) - Oracle RAC 19c, SQL, MySQL, Qlik - 100% Remote
Apr 16, 2024
Contractor
Database Administrator (DBA) - Oracle RAC 19c, SQL, MySQL, Qlik - 100% Remote A large global organisation are looking for a Database Administrator to join their DB and Data Movement team, the DBA needs to have database administration skills across relational databases and open source databases. This will be an initial 12 months+ contract opportunity with the possibility for multiple extensions. The position can be worked 100% remotely from any location across Europe. Required Key Skills Extensive proven experience working as a Database Administrator (DBA) Expert Database Administrative skills on the following: Oracle RAC 19c SQL Server MySQL EDB Familiarity with data movement concepts and base skills Knowledge of Data Movement Software such as Qlik or Stream are beneficial/bonus points Fluent English speaking Database Administrator (DBA) - Oracle RAC 19c, SQL, MySQL, Qlik - 100% Remote
Are you a seasoned database professional with extensive DBA experience? Are you on the lookout for an exciting opportunity to spearhead technological advancements for a global enterprise in a high-availability, scalable environment? Here is an exceptional chance to join an expanding and well-established FinTech company. They boast over 4 million customers on their platforms and are in the process of revolutionizing their products, technological capabilities, and infrastructure. They are currently seeking a Senior Database Administrator or Principal DBA to assume responsibility for the management of their database systems. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the new roadmap and tackling intricate technical challenges across their database infrastructure and storage systems. Key Responsibilities: Take on a critical role in advancing the database environment by collaborating with a global team of DBAs across different time zones, providing guidance, coaching, and mentorship as needed. Oversee the design, development, and implementation of storage systems to ensure 99.999% availability, performance optimization, and scalability. Implement high-availability and disaster recovery solutions for mission-critical databases. Collaborate with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams, closely aligning with cloud infrastructure and analytics groups. Required Experience: A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related fields. A minimum of 12 years of commercial experience in database administration and management. Profound knowledge of database management systems, particularly PostgreSQL, with familiarity in other databases like Oracle, MSSQL, MYSQL, Mongo, and related technologies. Strong comprehension of database design, optimization, performance tuning, and security. Expertise in high availability and disaster recovery solutions, including clustering, backup, and storage. This role provides the opportunity to work at a senior level, influencing the next phase of growth within a challenging technical environment. You will have the chance to shape the roadmap, collaborate with other senior professionals, and contribute to a growing organization with complex challenges to address. This position offers a hybrid and flexible work arrangement, occasional travel opportunities, and a chance to be part of a thriving cloud-focused technology business. If you are intrigued and would like to learn more, please reach out to us.
Apr 15, 2024
Full time
Are you a seasoned database professional with extensive DBA experience? Are you on the lookout for an exciting opportunity to spearhead technological advancements for a global enterprise in a high-availability, scalable environment? Here is an exceptional chance to join an expanding and well-established FinTech company. They boast over 4 million customers on their platforms and are in the process of revolutionizing their products, technological capabilities, and infrastructure. They are currently seeking a Senior Database Administrator or Principal DBA to assume responsibility for the management of their database systems. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the new roadmap and tackling intricate technical challenges across their database infrastructure and storage systems. Key Responsibilities: Take on a critical role in advancing the database environment by collaborating with a global team of DBAs across different time zones, providing guidance, coaching, and mentorship as needed. Oversee the design, development, and implementation of storage systems to ensure 99.999% availability, performance optimization, and scalability. Implement high-availability and disaster recovery solutions for mission-critical databases. Collaborate with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams, closely aligning with cloud infrastructure and analytics groups. Required Experience: A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related fields. A minimum of 12 years of commercial experience in database administration and management. Profound knowledge of database management systems, particularly PostgreSQL, with familiarity in other databases like Oracle, MSSQL, MYSQL, Mongo, and related technologies. Strong comprehension of database design, optimization, performance tuning, and security. Expertise in high availability and disaster recovery solutions, including clustering, backup, and storage. This role provides the opportunity to work at a senior level, influencing the next phase of growth within a challenging technical environment. You will have the chance to shape the roadmap, collaborate with other senior professionals, and contribute to a growing organization with complex challenges to address. This position offers a hybrid and flexible work arrangement, occasional travel opportunities, and a chance to be part of a thriving cloud-focused technology business. If you are intrigued and would like to learn more, please reach out to us.
CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler
Bracknell, Berkshire
3rd Line Infrastructure Support Engineer 350 - 400 per day (Inside IR35) Onsite in Bracknell SC Cleared Job Description: Our purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As a 3rd Line Shared Service Support Infrastructure Engineer you will contribute to this by working with the current support personnel to understand the products and their use across the shared service to develop and enhance their diagnostic skills/capability. Are you a senior 3rd line Infrastructure Support Engineer with extensive experience to maintain a complex secure solution? The role will involve incident management on our clients and escalations from 2nd line resources across multiple environments. Additional scope of responsibilities will include delivering infrastructure development and testing of upgrades, patch management and new software solutions. We are looking for dependable and experienced support staff that are not afraid to own problems and incidents and deliver solutions to issues. A broad skill set, and experience base is desirable; but equally, if you regard yourself as a subject matter expert in a technology area that we are supporting or will be delivering as a future upgrade then you could find yourself involved in some very exciting project work. Providing 3rd line support for hardware, software, and network issues and diagnosing and resolving complex technical problems efficiently, along with detailed investigations and diagnostics Responsible for the management and maintenance of virtualized and physical estate. Utilizing monitoring tools to analyze system performance and identify potential issues proactively. Responding to alerts and taking corrective actions to ensure system stability. Implementing and maintaining security measures to safeguard infrastructure components. Implementing automation tools and scripts for repetitive tasks, ensuring efficiency, and reducing manual errors. Collaborating with other team and departments to resolve cross-functional issues. Providing technical guidance and mentorship to 1st and 2nd line function's Documenting system configurations, troubleshooting procedures, and resolutions for future reference, as well as ensuring current documentation is kept up to date. Planning and executing infrastructure upgrades, patches, and migrations, ensuring minimal disruption to services during upgrades. Managing and resolving incidents within established SLAs. Participating in an on-call rotation to address critical issues outside regular business hours. Testing & improving disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity in case of system failures or disasters. Identifying opportunities for infrastructure improvements and implementing best practices. Staying informed about emerging technologies and industry trends. Mandatory Skills: Proven experience as a 3rd line Infrastructure Engineer / Systems Administrator Build, monitoring and support of Windows Server (2019/2022) Experience in Linux Server administration (Redhat, Oracle, Ubuntu) VMware Suite Administration (VCenter/ESXI) Active Directory & Group Policy management, design, and troubleshooting PKI management (Windows / Entrust) Good understanding of networking technologies that support the infrastructure (DNS, DHCP, Routers, Switches). Storage systems technology experience (SAN/NAS) Scripting and automation experience (PowerShell/Ansible) Microsoft System Center suite management. Backup solution management (Veeam) Patching toolsets (WSUS/Redhat Satellite Server) Tenable SC / Nessus Zabbix Elasticsearch LiveNX Database management (Microsoft SQL Server/MySQL/Postgres) Thin Client Solutions (Scout/Elux) Windows ADFS Documentation creation Mentoring and supporting the development of junior members of the team
Apr 12, 2024
Contractor
3rd Line Infrastructure Support Engineer 350 - 400 per day (Inside IR35) Onsite in Bracknell SC Cleared Job Description: Our purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As a 3rd Line Shared Service Support Infrastructure Engineer you will contribute to this by working with the current support personnel to understand the products and their use across the shared service to develop and enhance their diagnostic skills/capability. Are you a senior 3rd line Infrastructure Support Engineer with extensive experience to maintain a complex secure solution? The role will involve incident management on our clients and escalations from 2nd line resources across multiple environments. Additional scope of responsibilities will include delivering infrastructure development and testing of upgrades, patch management and new software solutions. We are looking for dependable and experienced support staff that are not afraid to own problems and incidents and deliver solutions to issues. A broad skill set, and experience base is desirable; but equally, if you regard yourself as a subject matter expert in a technology area that we are supporting or will be delivering as a future upgrade then you could find yourself involved in some very exciting project work. Providing 3rd line support for hardware, software, and network issues and diagnosing and resolving complex technical problems efficiently, along with detailed investigations and diagnostics Responsible for the management and maintenance of virtualized and physical estate. Utilizing monitoring tools to analyze system performance and identify potential issues proactively. Responding to alerts and taking corrective actions to ensure system stability. Implementing and maintaining security measures to safeguard infrastructure components. Implementing automation tools and scripts for repetitive tasks, ensuring efficiency, and reducing manual errors. Collaborating with other team and departments to resolve cross-functional issues. Providing technical guidance and mentorship to 1st and 2nd line function's Documenting system configurations, troubleshooting procedures, and resolutions for future reference, as well as ensuring current documentation is kept up to date. Planning and executing infrastructure upgrades, patches, and migrations, ensuring minimal disruption to services during upgrades. Managing and resolving incidents within established SLAs. Participating in an on-call rotation to address critical issues outside regular business hours. Testing & improving disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity in case of system failures or disasters. Identifying opportunities for infrastructure improvements and implementing best practices. Staying informed about emerging technologies and industry trends. Mandatory Skills: Proven experience as a 3rd line Infrastructure Engineer / Systems Administrator Build, monitoring and support of Windows Server (2019/2022) Experience in Linux Server administration (Redhat, Oracle, Ubuntu) VMware Suite Administration (VCenter/ESXI) Active Directory & Group Policy management, design, and troubleshooting PKI management (Windows / Entrust) Good understanding of networking technologies that support the infrastructure (DNS, DHCP, Routers, Switches). Storage systems technology experience (SAN/NAS) Scripting and automation experience (PowerShell/Ansible) Microsoft System Center suite management. Backup solution management (Veeam) Patching toolsets (WSUS/Redhat Satellite Server) Tenable SC / Nessus Zabbix Elasticsearch LiveNX Database management (Microsoft SQL Server/MySQL/Postgres) Thin Client Solutions (Scout/Elux) Windows ADFS Documentation creation Mentoring and supporting the development of junior members of the team
Lead DBA - Remote Working (Telford Based) The Job on Offer The Telford Database Delivery Centre (DDC) are currently seeking a Lead Database Administrator to join their team. You will join a team who are responsible for the complete life-cycle of databases within the organization. Your Role The ideal applicant will have: • A strong interest and desire to succeed in the world of Database technologies along with the ability to update skills frequently as new technologies evolve. • An analytical and critical eye for detail with an interest in learning a range of technical skills. • Drive, enthusiasm and resilience - to work in a multi-faceted challenging environment • Commitment to attain delivery goals and personal goals • Strong interpersonal skills and growing eminence in your skill Your Profile • Strong Senior DBA experience working with Oracle. Experience in other database technologies such as MySQL, SQL Server or Postgres advantageous but not essential • Previous technical leadership experience • Deep understanding of Oracle database Architecture • Strong Performance Tuning skills and experience • High Availability, Replication, Clustering • Upgrades, backups, recoveries, migrations • Cloud vendor experience preferably AWS or Azure • Working with the Architecture team to help define the technical architecture in relation to database systems • Planning and managing all improvements and ongoing maintenance (routine updates, upgrades, new releases) ensuring that any disruption is kept to a minimum • Managing the availability of databases that underpin all systems ensuring resources are correctly allocated to guarantee optimum performance and high resilience Why Capgemini is unique We aim to build an environment where employees can enjoy a positive work-life balance. Through our New Normal campaign, we are looking to embed hybrid working in all that we do and make flexible working arrangements the day-to-day reality for our people. All UK employees are eligible to request flexible working arrangements. Capgemini offers the opportunity to shape your career path, based on your interests and ambitions. For example, if you want to become a 'People Manager' Connected Manager learning journey is there for you. If you want to become an 'Architect' our Global Architect Community offerings can help you get there. Get the future you want Growing clients' businesses while building a more sustainable, more inclusive future is a tough ask. But when you join Capgemini, you join a thriving company and become part of a diverse collective of free-thinkers, entrepreneurs and industry experts. A powerful source of energy that drives us all to find new ways technology can help us reimagine what's possible. It's why, together, we seek out opportunities that will transform the world's leading businesses. And it's how you'll gain the experiences and connections you need to shape your future. By learning from each other every day, sharing knowledge and always pushing yourself to do better, you'll build the skills you want. And you'll use them to help our clients leverage technology to grow their business and give innovation that human touch the world needs. So, it might not always be easy, but making the world a better place rarely is. , Capgemini. Get The Future You Want. About Capgemini Capgemini is a global leader in partnering with companies to transform and manage their business by harnessing the power of technology. The Group is guided everyday by its purpose of unleashing human energy through technology for an inclusive and sustainable future. It is a responsible and diverse organization of over 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong 55-year heritage and deep industry expertise, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to address the entire breadth of their business needs, from strategy and design to operations, fueled by the fast evolving and innovative world of cloud, data, AI, connectivity, software, digital engineering and platforms. The Group reported in 2021 global revenues of €18 billion.
Sep 23, 2022
Full time
Lead DBA - Remote Working (Telford Based) The Job on Offer The Telford Database Delivery Centre (DDC) are currently seeking a Lead Database Administrator to join their team. You will join a team who are responsible for the complete life-cycle of databases within the organization. Your Role The ideal applicant will have: • A strong interest and desire to succeed in the world of Database technologies along with the ability to update skills frequently as new technologies evolve. • An analytical and critical eye for detail with an interest in learning a range of technical skills. • Drive, enthusiasm and resilience - to work in a multi-faceted challenging environment • Commitment to attain delivery goals and personal goals • Strong interpersonal skills and growing eminence in your skill Your Profile • Strong Senior DBA experience working with Oracle. Experience in other database technologies such as MySQL, SQL Server or Postgres advantageous but not essential • Previous technical leadership experience • Deep understanding of Oracle database Architecture • Strong Performance Tuning skills and experience • High Availability, Replication, Clustering • Upgrades, backups, recoveries, migrations • Cloud vendor experience preferably AWS or Azure • Working with the Architecture team to help define the technical architecture in relation to database systems • Planning and managing all improvements and ongoing maintenance (routine updates, upgrades, new releases) ensuring that any disruption is kept to a minimum • Managing the availability of databases that underpin all systems ensuring resources are correctly allocated to guarantee optimum performance and high resilience Why Capgemini is unique We aim to build an environment where employees can enjoy a positive work-life balance. Through our New Normal campaign, we are looking to embed hybrid working in all that we do and make flexible working arrangements the day-to-day reality for our people. All UK employees are eligible to request flexible working arrangements. Capgemini offers the opportunity to shape your career path, based on your interests and ambitions. For example, if you want to become a 'People Manager' Connected Manager learning journey is there for you. If you want to become an 'Architect' our Global Architect Community offerings can help you get there. Get the future you want Growing clients' businesses while building a more sustainable, more inclusive future is a tough ask. But when you join Capgemini, you join a thriving company and become part of a diverse collective of free-thinkers, entrepreneurs and industry experts. A powerful source of energy that drives us all to find new ways technology can help us reimagine what's possible. It's why, together, we seek out opportunities that will transform the world's leading businesses. And it's how you'll gain the experiences and connections you need to shape your future. By learning from each other every day, sharing knowledge and always pushing yourself to do better, you'll build the skills you want. And you'll use them to help our clients leverage technology to grow their business and give innovation that human touch the world needs. So, it might not always be easy, but making the world a better place rarely is. , Capgemini. Get The Future You Want. About Capgemini Capgemini is a global leader in partnering with companies to transform and manage their business by harnessing the power of technology. The Group is guided everyday by its purpose of unleashing human energy through technology for an inclusive and sustainable future. It is a responsible and diverse organization of over 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong 55-year heritage and deep industry expertise, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to address the entire breadth of their business needs, from strategy and design to operations, fueled by the fast evolving and innovative world of cloud, data, AI, connectivity, software, digital engineering and platforms. The Group reported in 2021 global revenues of €18 billion.
Are you a Senior DBA looking for a new challenge? Reporting to the Technical Operations Lead, the role of the Senior Database Administrator Lead, will be to support delivery of database services within the hosting environment in line with client SLAs. This will involve supporting development and implementation of the database platform ready to be populated by applications from the client and, monitoring, managing and fine-tuning this environment, throughout the whole lifecycle. This is a Database lead role, where you will lead a small team across multiple client sites. You will be responsible for carrying out mentoring, 1-2-1's and workflows of your team. What you will be doing: Implement Database environments in line with client requests Support resolution of issues with Database environment owning trouble tickets to conclusion Maintain records of current database sizes and configurations Maintain database backups for use in the event of system failure Proactively monitor database use and performance Advise on and implements additional database storage and new databases as required Administration of databases Ensure database designs provide for Disaster Recovery Planning Install and configure the database environment and software Manage and execute changes on the database in line with Client requests Attach and detach storage from the database Implement server specific governance including password policy, user access, default settings etc. Conduct all data imports, exports and adjustments to data structure and/or data model in line with client requests Perform regular KPI Reporting Develop databases that support multiple data models and extended capabilities such as spatial and graph, and support data virtualisation, distributed storage, and in memory storage e.g. for the use of high performance satellite image analysis and recognition Provide support for real time processing on transactional data or hybrid transactional analytic database systems You will need: Significant experience in SQL Server Database Administration covering multiple versions of Microsoft SQL Server PostgreSQL/MySQL Oracle Databases Experience working with database performance tuning Ability to anticipate problems and take decisive action Out of Hours Maintain accurate records and documentation Experience applying ITIL methodology It would be great if you had: Experience involving multiple software vendors Knowledge of Storage Technologies Willing to work out of hours and attend remote sites Experience working in virtualised environment If you are interested in this role but not sure if your skills and experience are exactly what we're looking for, please do apply, we'd love to hear from you! Employment Type: Full-time Location: Stevenage OR Portsmouth Security Clearance Level: Must be eligible for SC Internal Recruiter: Josh Huggins-Smith Salary: £55,000 to £65,000 Benefits: 25 days annual leave with the option to buy additional days, life assurance, pension, and generous flexible benefits fund Although this role is advertised as full-time, we believe that flexibility at work can promote work/life balance, increase your motivation, reduce stress and improve performance and productivity. We support different ways of working and can offer a range of flexible working arrangements. So, if you're interested and need to work flexibly, we encourage you to apply and talk to us about what might be possible. Loved reading about this job and want to know more about our company? Sopra Steria's Aerospace, Defence and Security business designs, develops and deploys digital solutions to Central Government clients. The work we do makes a real difference to the client's goal of National Security, and we operate in a unique and privileged environment. We are given time for professional development activities, and we coach and mentor our colleagues, sharing knowledge and learning from each other. We foster a culture in which employees feel valued and supported and have pride in their work for the customer, delivering outstanding rates of customer satisfaction in the UK's most complex safety- and security-critical markets. Our technical specialists deploy systems running many of the major operating systems such as Microsoft Windows, Mac OS, and multiple Linux distros. We also provide Messaging and Collaboration systems and support, Application packaging and deployment, along with supporting Infrastructure and Cloud services and support. Our time can be split between our services and project work, so we have the chance to be multi-disciplined and access to a range of technologies. We embrace difference as a source of creativity, innovation and competitive advantage and are striving to become a more diverse organisation. We welcome applications from people with a diverse variety of backgrounds and identities. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation or marital status. We have partnered with Vercida , the UK's largest diversity and inclusion focused careers site, where all our vacancies are available in an accessible format. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, to enable you to perform to the best of your ability, please let us know when completing your application. We participate in the Disability Confident scheme and are committed to offering an interview to any candidate with a disability, who meets the minimum criteria for the role. If you believe this could apply to you, please let us know when completing your application.
Sep 21, 2022
Full time
Are you a Senior DBA looking for a new challenge? Reporting to the Technical Operations Lead, the role of the Senior Database Administrator Lead, will be to support delivery of database services within the hosting environment in line with client SLAs. This will involve supporting development and implementation of the database platform ready to be populated by applications from the client and, monitoring, managing and fine-tuning this environment, throughout the whole lifecycle. This is a Database lead role, where you will lead a small team across multiple client sites. You will be responsible for carrying out mentoring, 1-2-1's and workflows of your team. What you will be doing: Implement Database environments in line with client requests Support resolution of issues with Database environment owning trouble tickets to conclusion Maintain records of current database sizes and configurations Maintain database backups for use in the event of system failure Proactively monitor database use and performance Advise on and implements additional database storage and new databases as required Administration of databases Ensure database designs provide for Disaster Recovery Planning Install and configure the database environment and software Manage and execute changes on the database in line with Client requests Attach and detach storage from the database Implement server specific governance including password policy, user access, default settings etc. Conduct all data imports, exports and adjustments to data structure and/or data model in line with client requests Perform regular KPI Reporting Develop databases that support multiple data models and extended capabilities such as spatial and graph, and support data virtualisation, distributed storage, and in memory storage e.g. for the use of high performance satellite image analysis and recognition Provide support for real time processing on transactional data or hybrid transactional analytic database systems You will need: Significant experience in SQL Server Database Administration covering multiple versions of Microsoft SQL Server PostgreSQL/MySQL Oracle Databases Experience working with database performance tuning Ability to anticipate problems and take decisive action Out of Hours Maintain accurate records and documentation Experience applying ITIL methodology It would be great if you had: Experience involving multiple software vendors Knowledge of Storage Technologies Willing to work out of hours and attend remote sites Experience working in virtualised environment If you are interested in this role but not sure if your skills and experience are exactly what we're looking for, please do apply, we'd love to hear from you! Employment Type: Full-time Location: Stevenage OR Portsmouth Security Clearance Level: Must be eligible for SC Internal Recruiter: Josh Huggins-Smith Salary: £55,000 to £65,000 Benefits: 25 days annual leave with the option to buy additional days, life assurance, pension, and generous flexible benefits fund Although this role is advertised as full-time, we believe that flexibility at work can promote work/life balance, increase your motivation, reduce stress and improve performance and productivity. We support different ways of working and can offer a range of flexible working arrangements. So, if you're interested and need to work flexibly, we encourage you to apply and talk to us about what might be possible. Loved reading about this job and want to know more about our company? Sopra Steria's Aerospace, Defence and Security business designs, develops and deploys digital solutions to Central Government clients. The work we do makes a real difference to the client's goal of National Security, and we operate in a unique and privileged environment. We are given time for professional development activities, and we coach and mentor our colleagues, sharing knowledge and learning from each other. We foster a culture in which employees feel valued and supported and have pride in their work for the customer, delivering outstanding rates of customer satisfaction in the UK's most complex safety- and security-critical markets. Our technical specialists deploy systems running many of the major operating systems such as Microsoft Windows, Mac OS, and multiple Linux distros. We also provide Messaging and Collaboration systems and support, Application packaging and deployment, along with supporting Infrastructure and Cloud services and support. Our time can be split between our services and project work, so we have the chance to be multi-disciplined and access to a range of technologies. We embrace difference as a source of creativity, innovation and competitive advantage and are striving to become a more diverse organisation. We welcome applications from people with a diverse variety of backgrounds and identities. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation or marital status. We have partnered with Vercida , the UK's largest diversity and inclusion focused careers site, where all our vacancies are available in an accessible format. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, to enable you to perform to the best of your ability, please let us know when completing your application. We participate in the Disability Confident scheme and are committed to offering an interview to any candidate with a disability, who meets the minimum criteria for the role. If you believe this could apply to you, please let us know when completing your application.
Role: Database Administrator Location: Leicester (Mostly Remote Working) Skills: SQL Server / T-SQL / DBA experience / SSIS Salary: £60,000 DOE The Company and role. OSCAR are looking for a database administrator to join the team of a market leading retailer who offers a fantastic career development plan as well as producing industry leading work! With tech stacks and the use of platforms like Azure, GCP and AWS and Kubernetes, they are always update to date on what's new! This position will be within the Data team working with existing DBAs and architects and it will be responsible for data architecture, security, movement and availability across multiple on-premises and cloud datacentres. The candidate will work closely with developers, testers and infrastructure engineers to ensure that the companies aim's are achieved. With this role comes the opportunity to work with relational and analytical data platforms, as well as data pipeline technologies. Skills. Required. relevant work experience. Microsoft SQL Server T-SQL SSIS Database Design Database Management PostgreSQL MySQL Desired. Redis MongoDB Experience working in an Agile environment Experience in these technologies is a benefit Responsibilities. Assisting in database design Monitoring, updating and amending existing databases Creating and testing new database and data handling systems Implementing disaster recovery and high availability Implementing hybrid connectivity between on-premises and cloud Sustaining the security and integrity of data Training and advising colleagues in best practices This is a fantastic opportunity and one that doesn't come about too often. If this sounds like a job for you, or you want to speak about it in some more detail, email me at . Role: Database Administrator Location: Leicester (Mostly Remote Working) Skills: SQL Server / T-SQL / DBA experience / SSIS Salary: £60,000 DOE Oscar Technology is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.
Jan 08, 2022
Full time
Role: Database Administrator Location: Leicester (Mostly Remote Working) Skills: SQL Server / T-SQL / DBA experience / SSIS Salary: £60,000 DOE The Company and role. OSCAR are looking for a database administrator to join the team of a market leading retailer who offers a fantastic career development plan as well as producing industry leading work! With tech stacks and the use of platforms like Azure, GCP and AWS and Kubernetes, they are always update to date on what's new! This position will be within the Data team working with existing DBAs and architects and it will be responsible for data architecture, security, movement and availability across multiple on-premises and cloud datacentres. The candidate will work closely with developers, testers and infrastructure engineers to ensure that the companies aim's are achieved. With this role comes the opportunity to work with relational and analytical data platforms, as well as data pipeline technologies. Skills. Required. relevant work experience. Microsoft SQL Server T-SQL SSIS Database Design Database Management PostgreSQL MySQL Desired. Redis MongoDB Experience working in an Agile environment Experience in these technologies is a benefit Responsibilities. Assisting in database design Monitoring, updating and amending existing databases Creating and testing new database and data handling systems Implementing disaster recovery and high availability Implementing hybrid connectivity between on-premises and cloud Sustaining the security and integrity of data Training and advising colleagues in best practices This is a fantastic opportunity and one that doesn't come about too often. If this sounds like a job for you, or you want to speak about it in some more detail, email me at . Role: Database Administrator Location: Leicester (Mostly Remote Working) Skills: SQL Server / T-SQL / DBA experience / SSIS Salary: £60,000 DOE Oscar Technology is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.
Data Administrator £19,000 + Benefits / Outskirts of Worle, Weston-Super-Mare (some home working) - Own transport requiredFULL OR PART-TIME AVAILABLE..... The Company:Our client, an expert in their field is well established and deliver world-class technical support on behalf of their impressive client base. They have a fun working environment and genuinely value their employees offering great staff incentives. The Job: This roles requires a diligent data administrator to process device unlocking requests. A code is required in order to unlock a handset from a network. The Data Administrator will be responsible for assisting client's customers in obtaining the unlock code within a specific timeframe, managing code providers and liaising with clients. Where unable to obtain a code, or the SLA ends, the client is responsible for replacing the customer's handset. Core requirements Request mobile phone unlock codes and process the response Request mobile phone replacements using the code stack manager where unlock codes cannot be found Check accounts for sufficient credit to apply an unlock fee where applicable Apply a charge against accounts where applicable Manage code providers Liaise with clients to provide regular updates on things such as manufacturer issues or if any there are any trends that need to be raised. Provide reports on Unlocking statistics when requested by clients Check all communication channels for issues that have been raised by the client Train new members of staff The Person: Good communication skills - phone and email Using initiative to solve unique issues that occur Knowledge of Database and spreadsheet analysis Efficient organisation skills Ability to multitask and adapt workloads due to priorities Desirable but not essential: CSM, Simlock, Metabase, MySQL Personal attributes Technically inquisitive, curious independent thinker Solves problems in a methodical manner based on evidence Ability to work independently and meet deadlines Excellent manner and drive for premium customer service Ability to predict where issues may occur and provide contingency The Salary: £19,000 + BenefitsLocation: Outskirts or Worle, Weston-Super-Mare (some home working) Own transport required.The Hours: Monday to Friday 9am - 5pmThe Benefits: AMAZING working environment, table tennis table / gaming area / break out area / outdoor space / nerf guns / casual environment / lovely people! 20 days + 8 days Bank Hols, enrolment into company pension, Employee benefits/discount scheme (Perkbox) and Spotify group subscription, FREE Parking!
Nov 10, 2021
Full time
Data Administrator £19,000 + Benefits / Outskirts of Worle, Weston-Super-Mare (some home working) - Own transport requiredFULL OR PART-TIME AVAILABLE..... The Company:Our client, an expert in their field is well established and deliver world-class technical support on behalf of their impressive client base. They have a fun working environment and genuinely value their employees offering great staff incentives. The Job: This roles requires a diligent data administrator to process device unlocking requests. A code is required in order to unlock a handset from a network. The Data Administrator will be responsible for assisting client's customers in obtaining the unlock code within a specific timeframe, managing code providers and liaising with clients. Where unable to obtain a code, or the SLA ends, the client is responsible for replacing the customer's handset. Core requirements Request mobile phone unlock codes and process the response Request mobile phone replacements using the code stack manager where unlock codes cannot be found Check accounts for sufficient credit to apply an unlock fee where applicable Apply a charge against accounts where applicable Manage code providers Liaise with clients to provide regular updates on things such as manufacturer issues or if any there are any trends that need to be raised. Provide reports on Unlocking statistics when requested by clients Check all communication channels for issues that have been raised by the client Train new members of staff The Person: Good communication skills - phone and email Using initiative to solve unique issues that occur Knowledge of Database and spreadsheet analysis Efficient organisation skills Ability to multitask and adapt workloads due to priorities Desirable but not essential: CSM, Simlock, Metabase, MySQL Personal attributes Technically inquisitive, curious independent thinker Solves problems in a methodical manner based on evidence Ability to work independently and meet deadlines Excellent manner and drive for premium customer service Ability to predict where issues may occur and provide contingency The Salary: £19,000 + BenefitsLocation: Outskirts or Worle, Weston-Super-Mare (some home working) Own transport required.The Hours: Monday to Friday 9am - 5pmThe Benefits: AMAZING working environment, table tennis table / gaming area / break out area / outdoor space / nerf guns / casual environment / lovely people! 20 days + 8 days Bank Hols, enrolment into company pension, Employee benefits/discount scheme (Perkbox) and Spotify group subscription, FREE Parking!
The Senior DBA is a key support role within the IT function, in addition to supporting the day to day operation of the Savings Website databases, it is also a key enabler for reviewing, defining and supporting strategic database technologies and initiatives.
Providing continued support to the business and engineering teams through this function, the role will be to provide technical support and consultation to the various stakeholders ensuring the delivery of pragmatic and cost-effective technology solutions. Focus will be technology agnostic, delivering business value through the most appropriate use of technology. You will work closely with key senior leaders to ensure IT services are fit for purpose, consistent and adding value to our fast-paced and growing enterprise.
Key Responsibilities
Providing technical oversight to the Database Administration function and corporate tech teams to ensure stability and supportability of environments and services are maintained.
Be a key contributor and role model within the IT Service Leadership team, ensuring that changes to Database and data services are in line with operational and strategic plans.
Work closely with Heads of IT, to ensure that demand planning feeds into a robust capacity and strategic architectural plan
Ensures the stability and availability of production databases within agreed targets
Monitors the production, development and test databases for performance to ensure that future volume is handled as required
Carries out regular performance testing and tuning to ensure all production systems are optimised
Ensures SQL platforms are continually updated and upgraded to remain within supported versions.
Supports the Infrastructure Solutions Manager with the development of technology roadmaps for all database systems.
Work with peers and senior stakeholders for Service Continuity (BCP & DR) Plan ensuring suitable arrangements are in place in the event of significant service disruption
Mentors, coaches and develops members of the team to continuously develop skills, processes and standards.
Requirements:
Experienced production database administration covering Microsoft SQL Server 2016, including both Standard and Enterprise editions.
Educated to degree level or equivalent professional experience in a Technology Manager/Architect role
Excellent knowledge of MS SQL Server Clustering, LogShipping, Replication and/or AOAG.
Excellent understanding and experience in performance/capacity tuning/monitoring, optimisation, diagnosing and rectifying performance and/or capacity related problems
Excellent T-SQL skills, Index strategies, including both query and server optimisation
Excellent understanding of storage IO, SAN, Windows Clustering, SSAS, SQL CLR/Service Broker & PowerShell
Solid understanding of Cloud based Database solutions, including Managed Instances MSSQL/MySQL.
Proven track record of managing complex SQL database environments and implementing SQL upgrades
Experience in operating within a managed hosting and/or cloud environment
Experience in a regulated industry, preferably financial
Excellent communication skills with experience of liaising with technical colleagues, senior leadership, key business stakeholders and suppliers.
Be able to explain complex issues succinctly and with clarity, both in writing or orally.
Experience in an IT environment with a good documentation culture, including change management processes.
Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Able to manage and prioritise and tasks and time efficiently.
Nov 09, 2021
Full time
The Senior DBA is a key support role within the IT function, in addition to supporting the day to day operation of the Savings Website databases, it is also a key enabler for reviewing, defining and supporting strategic database technologies and initiatives.
Providing continued support to the business and engineering teams through this function, the role will be to provide technical support and consultation to the various stakeholders ensuring the delivery of pragmatic and cost-effective technology solutions. Focus will be technology agnostic, delivering business value through the most appropriate use of technology. You will work closely with key senior leaders to ensure IT services are fit for purpose, consistent and adding value to our fast-paced and growing enterprise.
Key Responsibilities
Providing technical oversight to the Database Administration function and corporate tech teams to ensure stability and supportability of environments and services are maintained.
Be a key contributor and role model within the IT Service Leadership team, ensuring that changes to Database and data services are in line with operational and strategic plans.
Work closely with Heads of IT, to ensure that demand planning feeds into a robust capacity and strategic architectural plan
Ensures the stability and availability of production databases within agreed targets
Monitors the production, development and test databases for performance to ensure that future volume is handled as required
Carries out regular performance testing and tuning to ensure all production systems are optimised
Ensures SQL platforms are continually updated and upgraded to remain within supported versions.
Supports the Infrastructure Solutions Manager with the development of technology roadmaps for all database systems.
Work with peers and senior stakeholders for Service Continuity (BCP & DR) Plan ensuring suitable arrangements are in place in the event of significant service disruption
Mentors, coaches and develops members of the team to continuously develop skills, processes and standards.
Requirements:
Experienced production database administration covering Microsoft SQL Server 2016, including both Standard and Enterprise editions.
Educated to degree level or equivalent professional experience in a Technology Manager/Architect role
Excellent knowledge of MS SQL Server Clustering, LogShipping, Replication and/or AOAG.
Excellent understanding and experience in performance/capacity tuning/monitoring, optimisation, diagnosing and rectifying performance and/or capacity related problems
Excellent T-SQL skills, Index strategies, including both query and server optimisation
Excellent understanding of storage IO, SAN, Windows Clustering, SSAS, SQL CLR/Service Broker & PowerShell
Solid understanding of Cloud based Database solutions, including Managed Instances MSSQL/MySQL.
Proven track record of managing complex SQL database environments and implementing SQL upgrades
Experience in operating within a managed hosting and/or cloud environment
Experience in a regulated industry, preferably financial
Excellent communication skills with experience of liaising with technical colleagues, senior leadership, key business stakeholders and suppliers.
Be able to explain complex issues succinctly and with clarity, both in writing or orally.
Experience in an IT environment with a good documentation culture, including change management processes.
Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Able to manage and prioritise and tasks and time efficiently.
Database Administrator - SQL Server, ETL, PowerShell - Real Estate - London Database Administrator is required by a leading Real Estate business with the UK Business Systems team. This is a permanent role, based in central London offering a competitive salary. This is a new position available in the team in order to improve data management within the business. Part of this is the build of a new Datawarehouse. This person will be heavily involved in migrating data and building a BI repository, and the Datawarehouse build itself. The ultimate goal of this person is the manage, model and transfer data more efficiently. Data is brought in from various forms, SQL Server, Oracle and MySQL so an understanding of all these technologies would be ideal however SQL Server is the key requirement (as most systems are built around this, and the business are looking to retire Oracle when possible). This person will also need strong Scripting capabilities (preferably PowerShell and SQL) as they will assist with the automation of tasks. As there is a demand from many business stakeholders on data and data quality, they must also be collaborative and have the communication skills necessary to work with the wider business. Requirements Extensive experience in Database Administration SQL Server ETL tool experience (SSIS, SSRS, SSAS) Scripting (PowerShell & SQL) This role provides an exciting opportunity to join a growing technology function within a successful global business and facilitate important change. If you possess the relevant skills and experience, please do apply straight away! Database Administrator - SQL Server, ETL, PowerShell - Real Estate - London Kite Human Capital - Hire Better We are unashamedly focused on working with only the best people, who care about customer value and maintain a fantastic working reputation. If you are someone that is committed to working hard to achieve great results, views challenge as an exciting opportunity and wants to work in some of the best possible assignments then please get in touch, we'd love to help you find your next position. We pride ourselves on rock solid integrity and honesty, and place client value at the centre of every decision we make. 2018 - Winner Best Client Service 2017 - Winner Agency of The Year 2017 - Winner Banking & Financial Services Agency 2016 - Winner Banking & Financial Services Agency
Nov 05, 2021
Full time
Database Administrator - SQL Server, ETL, PowerShell - Real Estate - London Database Administrator is required by a leading Real Estate business with the UK Business Systems team. This is a permanent role, based in central London offering a competitive salary. This is a new position available in the team in order to improve data management within the business. Part of this is the build of a new Datawarehouse. This person will be heavily involved in migrating data and building a BI repository, and the Datawarehouse build itself. The ultimate goal of this person is the manage, model and transfer data more efficiently. Data is brought in from various forms, SQL Server, Oracle and MySQL so an understanding of all these technologies would be ideal however SQL Server is the key requirement (as most systems are built around this, and the business are looking to retire Oracle when possible). This person will also need strong Scripting capabilities (preferably PowerShell and SQL) as they will assist with the automation of tasks. As there is a demand from many business stakeholders on data and data quality, they must also be collaborative and have the communication skills necessary to work with the wider business. Requirements Extensive experience in Database Administration SQL Server ETL tool experience (SSIS, SSRS, SSAS) Scripting (PowerShell & SQL) This role provides an exciting opportunity to join a growing technology function within a successful global business and facilitate important change. If you possess the relevant skills and experience, please do apply straight away! Database Administrator - SQL Server, ETL, PowerShell - Real Estate - London Kite Human Capital - Hire Better We are unashamedly focused on working with only the best people, who care about customer value and maintain a fantastic working reputation. If you are someone that is committed to working hard to achieve great results, views challenge as an exciting opportunity and wants to work in some of the best possible assignments then please get in touch, we'd love to help you find your next position. We pride ourselves on rock solid integrity and honesty, and place client value at the centre of every decision we make. 2018 - Winner Best Client Service 2017 - Winner Agency of The Year 2017 - Winner Banking & Financial Services Agency 2016 - Winner Banking & Financial Services Agency
My client, in the telecoms industry, has an exciting opportunity for an experienced system administrator to lead on all technical and customer service issues. To provide expert level IT (3rd Level) support and service delivery to all local and remote users, across a wide range of technology disciplines. Experience of hosted environments in Azure and AWS is essential supporting both Linux and Windows server environments and hosted MySQL Back End databases. Key Responsibilities: 3rd Line support to unresolved Service Desk issues, remote telephone support providing user assistance and diagnosing and resolving technology problems/issues. Provides technical advice and guidance to the Cyber Security Division with regard to IT Infrastructure. Provide technology infrastructure support, to include MS Server, Virtualization, network, remote access, telephony services. N-Central Administration including patch management, Antivirus Management, Cloud Backups and remote control. Assist in the support of key information systems, including CRM, FSM, and accounting systems. Network configuration and support Carry out regular assessment of the company's systems and operations to ascertain level of exposure to risk, and then take further steps to eliminate or manage. Review completed tasks to ascertain compliance with standards. Perform periodic risk assessments and initiate risk control strategies. Essential Requirements: In depth experience in IT user support with knowledge of PCs, Laptops, mobile communications devices, Servers, LAN/WAN and telecommunications technologies Support experience and knowledge of Windows7, Windows10, Windows server, Office 365 and Azure and AD group policy disciplines. 2nd/3rd line support experience and knowledge of desktop PC's and laptops Ability to perform desktop standard builds, and ad-hoc installations/updates of software as required using ghost/windows deployment server. This is a great opportunity for someone who is self-motivated, enthusiastic, has excellent communication skills, able to develop strong working relationships with colleagues at all levels of the organisation and able to work under pressure.
Nov 05, 2021
Full time
My client, in the telecoms industry, has an exciting opportunity for an experienced system administrator to lead on all technical and customer service issues. To provide expert level IT (3rd Level) support and service delivery to all local and remote users, across a wide range of technology disciplines. Experience of hosted environments in Azure and AWS is essential supporting both Linux and Windows server environments and hosted MySQL Back End databases. Key Responsibilities: 3rd Line support to unresolved Service Desk issues, remote telephone support providing user assistance and diagnosing and resolving technology problems/issues. Provides technical advice and guidance to the Cyber Security Division with regard to IT Infrastructure. Provide technology infrastructure support, to include MS Server, Virtualization, network, remote access, telephony services. N-Central Administration including patch management, Antivirus Management, Cloud Backups and remote control. Assist in the support of key information systems, including CRM, FSM, and accounting systems. Network configuration and support Carry out regular assessment of the company's systems and operations to ascertain level of exposure to risk, and then take further steps to eliminate or manage. Review completed tasks to ascertain compliance with standards. Perform periodic risk assessments and initiate risk control strategies. Essential Requirements: In depth experience in IT user support with knowledge of PCs, Laptops, mobile communications devices, Servers, LAN/WAN and telecommunications technologies Support experience and knowledge of Windows7, Windows10, Windows server, Office 365 and Azure and AD group policy disciplines. 2nd/3rd line support experience and knowledge of desktop PC's and laptops Ability to perform desktop standard builds, and ad-hoc installations/updates of software as required using ghost/windows deployment server. This is a great opportunity for someone who is self-motivated, enthusiastic, has excellent communication skills, able to develop strong working relationships with colleagues at all levels of the organisation and able to work under pressure.
Our client is a market leading provider of Cloud- based archiving and information governance, servicing firms across the Financial sector (Sell Side) with the tools to easily communicate with confidence! Taking into account global regulatory environment and risk management requirements, our client integrates their compliant Messaging Platform and a host of other services to mitigate Conduct Risk and delivery incredible levels of analytics/insight. The business has already become a dominant leader across North America and they are now looking to further grow out their teams, based within beautiful, state-of-the-art London offices to support Europe wide expansion. As a rapidly growing SaaS Tech firm, they are looking for multiple DevOps/SRE Engineers to join the team ASAP. As a DevOps Engineer within this function, you will be focused on the facilitation and automation of services, supporting the firms BigData capability; analytics, ETL, structured and unstructured databases etc. across a wealth of new platforms. You will be responsible for the reliability and operation of production and test environments, build automation, improvement of reliability and the efficiency of code. The role will work within the Development pods and will require a great deal of cross-communication between teams and stakeholders to ensure all delivery and product requirements are met. This will give successful candidates the opportunity to design and implement systems at scale and make their mark as part of a progressive Tach business which prides itself in innovating and being first! This is an exciting time to join our clients' ranks with lots of further growth and expansion planned in the coming months and years and undoubtedly more senior positions on offer for strong performers who are onboarded during its early-stage evolution. Technical requirements; To come from a background as a DevOps with some exposure as a System Administrator overseeing bare metal, VM and orchestrated deployments Skills using Automation tools such as Ansible/Puppet/Chef/Salt/Fabric A desire to dig deep to troubleshoot, debug and decouple the layers that comprise distributed systems Exposure to at least some distributed data stores eg Cassandra, CockroachDB, Couchbase, Elasticsearch, Kafka, ArangoDB, Aerospike, MinIO, Pulsar, Redis, Hadoop, Scylla SQL administration proficiency, using Postgres, MySQL, SQL Server and Oracle Docker, Swarm, Kubernetes Networking experience (DNS, VLANs) Experience with load balancers (HAProxy) CI/CD pipelines, using Jenkins, Monitoring and Infra skills (Splunk, ELK, Graphite, Grafana, Prometheus) Scripting, ideally using Bash or Python The role offers a clear opportunity to develop a career path as the business continues to expand and should not be overlooked. Please get in touch with me to have a confidential discussion or contact (see below)
Nov 05, 2021
Full time
Our client is a market leading provider of Cloud- based archiving and information governance, servicing firms across the Financial sector (Sell Side) with the tools to easily communicate with confidence! Taking into account global regulatory environment and risk management requirements, our client integrates their compliant Messaging Platform and a host of other services to mitigate Conduct Risk and delivery incredible levels of analytics/insight. The business has already become a dominant leader across North America and they are now looking to further grow out their teams, based within beautiful, state-of-the-art London offices to support Europe wide expansion. As a rapidly growing SaaS Tech firm, they are looking for multiple DevOps/SRE Engineers to join the team ASAP. As a DevOps Engineer within this function, you will be focused on the facilitation and automation of services, supporting the firms BigData capability; analytics, ETL, structured and unstructured databases etc. across a wealth of new platforms. You will be responsible for the reliability and operation of production and test environments, build automation, improvement of reliability and the efficiency of code. The role will work within the Development pods and will require a great deal of cross-communication between teams and stakeholders to ensure all delivery and product requirements are met. This will give successful candidates the opportunity to design and implement systems at scale and make their mark as part of a progressive Tach business which prides itself in innovating and being first! This is an exciting time to join our clients' ranks with lots of further growth and expansion planned in the coming months and years and undoubtedly more senior positions on offer for strong performers who are onboarded during its early-stage evolution. Technical requirements; To come from a background as a DevOps with some exposure as a System Administrator overseeing bare metal, VM and orchestrated deployments Skills using Automation tools such as Ansible/Puppet/Chef/Salt/Fabric A desire to dig deep to troubleshoot, debug and decouple the layers that comprise distributed systems Exposure to at least some distributed data stores eg Cassandra, CockroachDB, Couchbase, Elasticsearch, Kafka, ArangoDB, Aerospike, MinIO, Pulsar, Redis, Hadoop, Scylla SQL administration proficiency, using Postgres, MySQL, SQL Server and Oracle Docker, Swarm, Kubernetes Networking experience (DNS, VLANs) Experience with load balancers (HAProxy) CI/CD pipelines, using Jenkins, Monitoring and Infra skills (Splunk, ELK, Graphite, Grafana, Prometheus) Scripting, ideally using Bash or Python The role offers a clear opportunity to develop a career path as the business continues to expand and should not be overlooked. Please get in touch with me to have a confidential discussion or contact (see below)
Database Administrator / Linux SysAdmin London/ WfH to £70k Database Administrator / Linux SysAdmin / DBA (MySQL MariaDB) *Remote Interview WfH*. Do you have a range of skills across database and systems administration? You could be progressing your career and working with a range of technology at a highly successful sports data company that provide statistical information on a range of sports (e...... click apply for full job details
Sep 15, 2021
Full time
Database Administrator / Linux SysAdmin London/ WfH to £70k Database Administrator / Linux SysAdmin / DBA (MySQL MariaDB) *Remote Interview WfH*. Do you have a range of skills across database and systems administration? You could be progressing your career and working with a range of technology at a highly successful sports data company that provide statistical information on a range of sports (e...... click apply for full job details
AR226 - Linux DevOps Engineer Location: Shrivenham, Swindon Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 Overview: First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Linux DevOps Engineer on behalf of one of our clients. You will be part of a small, agile and talented team responsible for developing, building and supporting of Linux and open source solutions within a secure managed services context along with diagnosing and resolving problems with existing Linux infrastructure. Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration. Duties and Responsibilities: Design and improve our secure Linux hosted offerings over multiple platforms. Support the development and implementation of Open Source and DevOps tooling for use internally and with our customers. Provide 3rd line technical support and fault resolution to 1st/2nd line support teams. Provide technical advice, and act as a focal point for technical personnel within their area of responsibility. Help drive adoption of automation tooling throughout the business. Understanding and knowledge of Agile/Scrum working practices. DevOps toolsets, Linux OS deployments and maintenance. A working knowledge of TCP/IP Networking. Knowledge and understanding of OS security hardening techniques. Skills and Qualifications: A minimum of 2 years' experience working within a Linux engineering environment and a working experience of DevOps. Enterprise Linux OS (Red Hat, CentOS, Oracle). CI/CD pipelines. DevOps toolsets including Terraform, Git, Packer and Vault. Configuration management - Ansible or Puppet. Database administration (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MariaDB or InfluxDB). Discipline to follow ITIL best practices and ISO9001, ISO20000, & ISO27001 certifications. Discipline to follow development and deployment best practices. Analytical & Problem solving skills. Excellent Time Management & organisational skills. A flexible approach to work at all times and the commitment to ensure tasks are completed to deadline. Work autonomously or as part of a Team. Prepared to travel when necessary to customer site or other locations. Ability to obtain (without restrictions) Security Clearance to at least SC level. Desirable: Network technologies (LAN, WAN, Cisco switching, Juniper and Fortinet security products) and working knowledge of TCP/IP networking. Virtualisation management experience - VMware, XenServer, OpenStack or Hyper-V. Working knowledge of Kubernetes or Openshift. Red Hat Satellite. Linux PKI. Red Hat Certified Systems Administrator or equivalent experience. Red Hat Satellite. Kubernetes Certified Administrator. VMware Cloud Native Master Specialist. Location: Shrivenham, Swindon Salary: £50,000 - £60,000
Sep 14, 2021
Full time
AR226 - Linux DevOps Engineer Location: Shrivenham, Swindon Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 Overview: First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Linux DevOps Engineer on behalf of one of our clients. You will be part of a small, agile and talented team responsible for developing, building and supporting of Linux and open source solutions within a secure managed services context along with diagnosing and resolving problems with existing Linux infrastructure. Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration. Duties and Responsibilities: Design and improve our secure Linux hosted offerings over multiple platforms. Support the development and implementation of Open Source and DevOps tooling for use internally and with our customers. Provide 3rd line technical support and fault resolution to 1st/2nd line support teams. Provide technical advice, and act as a focal point for technical personnel within their area of responsibility. Help drive adoption of automation tooling throughout the business. Understanding and knowledge of Agile/Scrum working practices. DevOps toolsets, Linux OS deployments and maintenance. A working knowledge of TCP/IP Networking. Knowledge and understanding of OS security hardening techniques. Skills and Qualifications: A minimum of 2 years' experience working within a Linux engineering environment and a working experience of DevOps. Enterprise Linux OS (Red Hat, CentOS, Oracle). CI/CD pipelines. DevOps toolsets including Terraform, Git, Packer and Vault. Configuration management - Ansible or Puppet. Database administration (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MariaDB or InfluxDB). Discipline to follow ITIL best practices and ISO9001, ISO20000, & ISO27001 certifications. Discipline to follow development and deployment best practices. Analytical & Problem solving skills. Excellent Time Management & organisational skills. A flexible approach to work at all times and the commitment to ensure tasks are completed to deadline. Work autonomously or as part of a Team. Prepared to travel when necessary to customer site or other locations. Ability to obtain (without restrictions) Security Clearance to at least SC level. Desirable: Network technologies (LAN, WAN, Cisco switching, Juniper and Fortinet security products) and working knowledge of TCP/IP networking. Virtualisation management experience - VMware, XenServer, OpenStack or Hyper-V. Working knowledge of Kubernetes or Openshift. Red Hat Satellite. Linux PKI. Red Hat Certified Systems Administrator or equivalent experience. Red Hat Satellite. Kubernetes Certified Administrator. VMware Cloud Native Master Specialist. Location: Shrivenham, Swindon Salary: £50,000 - £60,000
Direct Response Marketing Group Ltd
Sittingbourne, Kent
Technically skilled person required to assist in the management a portfolio of consumer data for a direct marketing company. Training in specific in-house software will be given, but you must already have a good understanding and experience in various database platforms, for example MySQL, SQL server, dBase etc. We...... click apply for full job details
Mar 31, 2021
Full time
Technically skilled person required to assist in the management a portfolio of consumer data for a direct marketing company. Training in specific in-house software will be given, but you must already have a good understanding and experience in various database platforms, for example MySQL, SQL server, dBase etc. We...... click apply for full job details
Direct Response Marketing Group Ltd
Sittingbourne, Kent
Technically skilled person required to assist in the management a portfolio of consumer data for a direct marketing company. Training in specific in-house software will be given, but you must already have a good understanding and experience in various database platforms, for example MySQL, SQL server, dBase etc. We...... click apply for full job details
Mar 17, 2021
Full time
Technically skilled person required to assist in the management a portfolio of consumer data for a direct marketing company. Training in specific in-house software will be given, but you must already have a good understanding and experience in various database platforms, for example MySQL, SQL server, dBase etc. We...... click apply for full job details
Systems Administrator
We are looking for a couple of Systems Administrators to join our client’s small but growing team in the Oxford area. The role combines maintenance and projects as they advance their systems with newer technologies and tools. You will be passionate about and take pride in the work you are doing and thrive on challenges in a high-pressure environment.
Primary Technologies
* UNIX operating systems (FreeBSD/CentOS)
* Databases (PostgreSQL)
* Mail (PowerMTA/Exim/Postfix)
* HTTP/HTTPS (NGINX/Varnish/lighttpd/Apache)
* Juniper/Cisco networking
Required Skills
* Demonstrate a high level of experience with a UNIX-like system
* Large volume email sending and issue mitigation
* Solid understanding of database systems (PostgreSQL/MySQL/MariaDB)
* Basic networking experience
* Knowledge of load balancing solutions (haproxy/nginx)
* Ability to write scripts to assist with tasks and automation (bash/python)
* Excellent communicator, must be able to communicate effectively in high pressure situations
Desirable Skills
* Experience with PostgreSQL HA clusters
* Config management (puppet/ansible/chef)
* Advanced network knowledge (switching/routing/firewalling)
* ZFS experience
* Centralised authentication (LDAP/Active Directory/RADIUS)
Please only apply for this role if you have the required skills, the right to work in the UK, and live within a 1 hour commute of OX2
Oct 29, 2018
Systems Administrator
We are looking for a couple of Systems Administrators to join our client’s small but growing team in the Oxford area. The role combines maintenance and projects as they advance their systems with newer technologies and tools. You will be passionate about and take pride in the work you are doing and thrive on challenges in a high-pressure environment.
Primary Technologies
* UNIX operating systems (FreeBSD/CentOS)
* Databases (PostgreSQL)
* Mail (PowerMTA/Exim/Postfix)
* HTTP/HTTPS (NGINX/Varnish/lighttpd/Apache)
* Juniper/Cisco networking
Required Skills
* Demonstrate a high level of experience with a UNIX-like system
* Large volume email sending and issue mitigation
* Solid understanding of database systems (PostgreSQL/MySQL/MariaDB)
* Basic networking experience
* Knowledge of load balancing solutions (haproxy/nginx)
* Ability to write scripts to assist with tasks and automation (bash/python)
* Excellent communicator, must be able to communicate effectively in high pressure situations
Desirable Skills
* Experience with PostgreSQL HA clusters
* Config management (puppet/ansible/chef)
* Advanced network knowledge (switching/routing/firewalling)
* ZFS experience
* Centralised authentication (LDAP/Active Directory/RADIUS)
Please only apply for this role if you have the required skills, the right to work in the UK, and live within a 1 hour commute of OX2
Systems Administrator
We are looking for a couple of Systems Administrators to join our client’s small but growing team in the Oxford area. The role combines maintenance and projects as they advance their systems with newer technologies and tools. You will be passionate about and take pride in the work you are doing and thrive on challenges in a high-pressure environment.
Primary Technologies
* UNIX operating systems (FreeBSD/CentOS)
* Databases (PostgreSQL)
* Mail (PowerMTA/Exim/Postfix)
* HTTP/HTTPS (NGINX/Varnish/lighttpd/Apache)
* Juniper/Cisco networking
Required Skills
* Demonstrate a high level of experience with a UNIX-like system
* Large volume email sending and issue mitigation
* Solid understanding of database systems (PostgreSQL/MySQL/MariaDB)
* Basic networking experience
* Knowledge of load balancing solutions (haproxy/nginx)
* Ability to write scripts to assist with tasks and automation (bash/python)
* Excellent communicator, must be able to communicate effectively in high pressure situations
Desirable Skills
* Experience with PostgreSQL HA clusters
* Config management (puppet/ansible/chef)
* Advanced network knowledge (switching/routing/firewalling)
* ZFS experience
* Centralised authentication (LDAP/Active Directory/RADIUS)
Please only apply for this role if you have the required skills, the right to work in the UK, and live within a 1 hour commute of OX2
Oct 29, 2018
Systems Administrator
We are looking for a couple of Systems Administrators to join our client’s small but growing team in the Oxford area. The role combines maintenance and projects as they advance their systems with newer technologies and tools. You will be passionate about and take pride in the work you are doing and thrive on challenges in a high-pressure environment.
Primary Technologies
* UNIX operating systems (FreeBSD/CentOS)
* Databases (PostgreSQL)
* Mail (PowerMTA/Exim/Postfix)
* HTTP/HTTPS (NGINX/Varnish/lighttpd/Apache)
* Juniper/Cisco networking
Required Skills
* Demonstrate a high level of experience with a UNIX-like system
* Large volume email sending and issue mitigation
* Solid understanding of database systems (PostgreSQL/MySQL/MariaDB)
* Basic networking experience
* Knowledge of load balancing solutions (haproxy/nginx)
* Ability to write scripts to assist with tasks and automation (bash/python)
* Excellent communicator, must be able to communicate effectively in high pressure situations
Desirable Skills
* Experience with PostgreSQL HA clusters
* Config management (puppet/ansible/chef)
* Advanced network knowledge (switching/routing/firewalling)
* ZFS experience
* Centralised authentication (LDAP/Active Directory/RADIUS)
Please only apply for this role if you have the required skills, the right to work in the UK, and live within a 1 hour commute of OX2