We are seeking an experienced Senior SQL Server Engineer to join our team in London. This role requires a seasoned professional who can combine deep technical database expertise with formidable team management capabilities. The ideal candidate can work independently, help drive database strategy, optimization, and administration. Key Responsibilities Technical Core Requirements: Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft SQL Server, including distributed Always On, and at least one open-source RDBMS platform (MySQL or PostgreSQL). Deep knowledge of database architecture, performance tuning, optimization, database design, backup/recovery, high availability, and disaster recovery. Cloud Database Expertise: Multiple years of production experience with AWS services such as RDS, Redshift or Snowflake, DynamoDB/Document DB; experience in migration, scaling, optimization, security best practices, compliance, and cost optimization. Skill Requirements Automation & Scripting (Python, PowerShell, Ansible) and building automated deployment pipelines, infrastructure-as-code, monitoring solutions, and operational dashboards. Leadership & Management Responsibilities Team Leadership: Mentor a team of Offshore Database Administrators, provide technical guidance and best practice recommendations, foster a collaborative, learning focused environment. Strategic Execution: Define and execute database strategy aligned with business objectives, establish standards, procedures, and operational documentation, drive continuous improvement initiatives. Stakeholder Management: Partner with development teams, architects, and infrastructure teams globally, communicate technical concepts to non technical stakeholders, participate in capacity planning and architectural reviews. Off hours Production Support: Participate in a rotation of one weekend every 8 weeks; major events may require all hands support. Required Qualifications Experience: 8+ years of database administration with at least 2 of 3 relational databases (SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL), 3+ years in a client facing leadership or team lead capacity, 3+ years working with AWS cloud database services, proven history managing large mission critical production databases. Technical Skills: Advanced SQL programming and query optimization, partitioning, compression, database security, access control, auditing, compliance, active/passive clusters, Always On clusters, Azure Database (plus), performance monitoring, troubleshooting, data modeling, schema design, version control (Bitbucket). Soft Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, strong problem solving and analytical thinking, ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities, collaborative mindset with cross functional teams, strategic thinking with attention to operational detail. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or related field. AWS Certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Database - Specialty, Solutions Architect). Database vendor certifications (Microsoft, Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL). Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. Experience with monitoring tools such as CloudWatch, Datadog, Grafana. Knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and exposure to data warehousing concepts and ETL processes. What We Offer Opportunity to lead and shape database strategy for a growing organization. Work with innovative cloud technologies and modern database platforms. Collaborative, innovative team environment.
21/07/2026
Full time
We are seeking an experienced Senior SQL Server Engineer to join our team in London. This role requires a seasoned professional who can combine deep technical database expertise with formidable team management capabilities. The ideal candidate can work independently, help drive database strategy, optimization, and administration. Key Responsibilities Technical Core Requirements: Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft SQL Server, including distributed Always On, and at least one open-source RDBMS platform (MySQL or PostgreSQL). Deep knowledge of database architecture, performance tuning, optimization, database design, backup/recovery, high availability, and disaster recovery. Cloud Database Expertise: Multiple years of production experience with AWS services such as RDS, Redshift or Snowflake, DynamoDB/Document DB; experience in migration, scaling, optimization, security best practices, compliance, and cost optimization. Skill Requirements Automation & Scripting (Python, PowerShell, Ansible) and building automated deployment pipelines, infrastructure-as-code, monitoring solutions, and operational dashboards. Leadership & Management Responsibilities Team Leadership: Mentor a team of Offshore Database Administrators, provide technical guidance and best practice recommendations, foster a collaborative, learning focused environment. Strategic Execution: Define and execute database strategy aligned with business objectives, establish standards, procedures, and operational documentation, drive continuous improvement initiatives. Stakeholder Management: Partner with development teams, architects, and infrastructure teams globally, communicate technical concepts to non technical stakeholders, participate in capacity planning and architectural reviews. Off hours Production Support: Participate in a rotation of one weekend every 8 weeks; major events may require all hands support. Required Qualifications Experience: 8+ years of database administration with at least 2 of 3 relational databases (SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL), 3+ years in a client facing leadership or team lead capacity, 3+ years working with AWS cloud database services, proven history managing large mission critical production databases. Technical Skills: Advanced SQL programming and query optimization, partitioning, compression, database security, access control, auditing, compliance, active/passive clusters, Always On clusters, Azure Database (plus), performance monitoring, troubleshooting, data modeling, schema design, version control (Bitbucket). Soft Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, strong problem solving and analytical thinking, ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities, collaborative mindset with cross functional teams, strategic thinking with attention to operational detail. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or related field. AWS Certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Database - Specialty, Solutions Architect). Database vendor certifications (Microsoft, Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL). Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. Experience with monitoring tools such as CloudWatch, Datadog, Grafana. Knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and exposure to data warehousing concepts and ETL processes. What We Offer Opportunity to lead and shape database strategy for a growing organization. Work with innovative cloud technologies and modern database platforms. Collaborative, innovative team environment.
3rd Line Oracle Database Administrator Location: 90% to Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire / 10% West London Security Clearance Level: High -DV 'Developed Vetting' Overview We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated third line Oracle Database Administrator, with high levels of security clearance, to join our growing team of IT experts in delivering high quality IT services to our government and commercial customers. Responsibilities include providing enterprise operational database support and maintenance services to a complex range of imagery and geospatial system capabilities in a high availability operational environment. Responsibilities Provide enterprise operational database support and maintenance for Oracle databases, and to a lesser extent MSSQL and PostgreSQL, across a multi site enterprise solution. Maintain and update Data Models and Data Definition Language, ensuring database integrity. Support systems incorporating ClearCase and ClearQuest software and apply patch fixes. Interact with customers and multiple providers, agencies and customer organisations, delivering day to day objectives and ensuring compliance with project milestones, KPI's and SLA's. Provide remote and on site support, including occasional out of hours on call support. Contribute to the creation and ongoing maintenance of technical documentation and support change projects when required. Qualifications Experience in an ITILv3 support enterprise environment. Oracle DBA (10g/11g) experience in an operational support environment. Knowledge of the change and operational release cycle, including systems integration, development and test. Experience with IT architectures and the application of software/system engineering principles within a secure IT environment. Proactive self starter able to respond to complex situations with little oversight and engage other technical experts as needed. Experience with Oracle 12c support, Windows Server, VMWare environments, WebSphere and JBoss applications. Experience with Microsoft SQL. Any experience working in a Defence environment, and/or with imagery and geospatial tooling and datasets would be highly desirable but is not essential. Occasional travel to other Leidos and customer sites may be required. Remaining up to date with new technologies is part of the job. Clearance Requirements Clearance to Start DV Clearance for Role DV Benefits Contributory Pension Scheme Private Medical Insurance 33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays) Access to Flexible benefits (life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, annual buy and sell holidays and a cycle to work scheme) Dynamic Working Commitment to Diversity We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture. We foster a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions, and providing equal access to opportunities and resources for everyone. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please let us know, and we will respond in a way that best fits your needs.
19/07/2026
Full time
3rd Line Oracle Database Administrator Location: 90% to Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire / 10% West London Security Clearance Level: High -DV 'Developed Vetting' Overview We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated third line Oracle Database Administrator, with high levels of security clearance, to join our growing team of IT experts in delivering high quality IT services to our government and commercial customers. Responsibilities include providing enterprise operational database support and maintenance services to a complex range of imagery and geospatial system capabilities in a high availability operational environment. Responsibilities Provide enterprise operational database support and maintenance for Oracle databases, and to a lesser extent MSSQL and PostgreSQL, across a multi site enterprise solution. Maintain and update Data Models and Data Definition Language, ensuring database integrity. Support systems incorporating ClearCase and ClearQuest software and apply patch fixes. Interact with customers and multiple providers, agencies and customer organisations, delivering day to day objectives and ensuring compliance with project milestones, KPI's and SLA's. Provide remote and on site support, including occasional out of hours on call support. Contribute to the creation and ongoing maintenance of technical documentation and support change projects when required. Qualifications Experience in an ITILv3 support enterprise environment. Oracle DBA (10g/11g) experience in an operational support environment. Knowledge of the change and operational release cycle, including systems integration, development and test. Experience with IT architectures and the application of software/system engineering principles within a secure IT environment. Proactive self starter able to respond to complex situations with little oversight and engage other technical experts as needed. Experience with Oracle 12c support, Windows Server, VMWare environments, WebSphere and JBoss applications. Experience with Microsoft SQL. Any experience working in a Defence environment, and/or with imagery and geospatial tooling and datasets would be highly desirable but is not essential. Occasional travel to other Leidos and customer sites may be required. Remaining up to date with new technologies is part of the job. Clearance Requirements Clearance to Start DV Clearance for Role DV Benefits Contributory Pension Scheme Private Medical Insurance 33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays) Access to Flexible benefits (life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, annual buy and sell holidays and a cycle to work scheme) Dynamic Working Commitment to Diversity We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture. We foster a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions, and providing equal access to opportunities and resources for everyone. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please let us know, and we will respond in a way that best fits your needs.
Limelight Health is seeking a motivated 3rd Line Oracle Database Administrator in Huntingdon to provide enterprise support for Oracle databases and maintain data integrity. You will work in a high-availability environment supporting various IT projects. This role requires high security clearance and offers numerous benefits, including a contributory pension scheme and private medical insurance. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in Oracle DBA environments and experience with ITIL support processes.
19/07/2026
Full time
Limelight Health is seeking a motivated 3rd Line Oracle Database Administrator in Huntingdon to provide enterprise support for Oracle databases and maintain data integrity. You will work in a high-availability environment supporting various IT projects. This role requires high security clearance and offers numerous benefits, including a contributory pension scheme and private medical insurance. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in Oracle DBA environments and experience with ITIL support processes.
Role Title: Oracle DBA Start Date: 29th July 2026 End Date: 30th November 2026 Rate: up to £375 per day umbrella (inside IR35) Location: Sheffield 3 days in the office Role SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) to manage, maintain, and optimize mission-critical Oracle database environments. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in Oracle RAC (Real Application Clusters), Oracle Data Guard, Performance Tuning & Optimization, and RMAN (Backup & Recovery), ensuring high availability, disaster recovery readiness, optimal performance, and operational excellence across enterprise database platforms. The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, configuration, administration, monitoring, troubleshooting, and support of Oracle databases while maintaining security, reliability, and business continuity. Experience with Oracle GoldenGate and HashiCorp Vault is highly desirable and will be considered an advantage. Key Responsibilities Administer, maintain, and support Oracle database environments in production, testing, and development landscapes. Design, implement, and manage Oracle RAC configurations to ensure high availability, scalability, and failover capabilities. Configure, monitor, and support Oracle Data Guard environments, including physical and logical standby databases, switchover, and failover activities. Perform proactive database monitoring and troubleshooting to maintain system health, availability, and performance. Lead database performance tuning initiatives by analyzing SQL execution plans, optimizing queries, and identifying system bottlenecks. Monitor database resource utilisation and recommend improvements to enhance performance and efficiency. Develop and execute backup and recovery strategies using Oracle RMAN, ensuring successful database restoration and disaster recovery preparedness. Conduct backup validation, recovery testing, and regular disaster recovery exercises. Manage database patching, upgrades, migrations, and lifecycle management activities with minimal business disruption. Implement and maintain database security standards, user access controls, and compliance requirements. Collaborate with infrastructure, application, and support teams to ensure seamless database operations and issue resolution. Create and maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, and best practice guidelines. Provide on-call support and participate in incident management and root cause analysis activities when required. Mandatory Skills & Experience Strong hands-on experience as an Oracle Database Administrator in enterprise environments. Extensive expertise in Oracle RAC (Real Application Clusters) administration, configuration, and troubleshooting. Proven experience with Oracle Data Guard setup, monitoring, maintenance, switchover, and failover operations. Strong knowledge of Oracle Performance Tuning & Optimization, including SQL tuning, AWR, ASH, ADDM, and execution plan analysis. Advanced experience with RMAN Backup & Recovery, including backup strategy design, restoration, recovery testing, and disaster recovery planning. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills within complex Oracle database infrastructures. Experience working in high-availability and mission-critical database environments. Good to Have Experience with Oracle GoldenGate for real-time data replication, synchronization, and migration projects. Knowledge of HashiCorp Vault for secrets management, database credential management, and security integration. Exposure to database automation, scripting, and infrastructure management tools. Experience supporting large-scale enterprise database platforms. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Oracle certifications such as Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) or Oracle Certified Master (OCM) are desirable. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
18/07/2026
Full time
Role Title: Oracle DBA Start Date: 29th July 2026 End Date: 30th November 2026 Rate: up to £375 per day umbrella (inside IR35) Location: Sheffield 3 days in the office Role SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) to manage, maintain, and optimize mission-critical Oracle database environments. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in Oracle RAC (Real Application Clusters), Oracle Data Guard, Performance Tuning & Optimization, and RMAN (Backup & Recovery), ensuring high availability, disaster recovery readiness, optimal performance, and operational excellence across enterprise database platforms. The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, configuration, administration, monitoring, troubleshooting, and support of Oracle databases while maintaining security, reliability, and business continuity. Experience with Oracle GoldenGate and HashiCorp Vault is highly desirable and will be considered an advantage. Key Responsibilities Administer, maintain, and support Oracle database environments in production, testing, and development landscapes. Design, implement, and manage Oracle RAC configurations to ensure high availability, scalability, and failover capabilities. Configure, monitor, and support Oracle Data Guard environments, including physical and logical standby databases, switchover, and failover activities. Perform proactive database monitoring and troubleshooting to maintain system health, availability, and performance. Lead database performance tuning initiatives by analyzing SQL execution plans, optimizing queries, and identifying system bottlenecks. Monitor database resource utilisation and recommend improvements to enhance performance and efficiency. Develop and execute backup and recovery strategies using Oracle RMAN, ensuring successful database restoration and disaster recovery preparedness. Conduct backup validation, recovery testing, and regular disaster recovery exercises. Manage database patching, upgrades, migrations, and lifecycle management activities with minimal business disruption. Implement and maintain database security standards, user access controls, and compliance requirements. Collaborate with infrastructure, application, and support teams to ensure seamless database operations and issue resolution. Create and maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, and best practice guidelines. Provide on-call support and participate in incident management and root cause analysis activities when required. Mandatory Skills & Experience Strong hands-on experience as an Oracle Database Administrator in enterprise environments. Extensive expertise in Oracle RAC (Real Application Clusters) administration, configuration, and troubleshooting. Proven experience with Oracle Data Guard setup, monitoring, maintenance, switchover, and failover operations. Strong knowledge of Oracle Performance Tuning & Optimization, including SQL tuning, AWR, ASH, ADDM, and execution plan analysis. Advanced experience with RMAN Backup & Recovery, including backup strategy design, restoration, recovery testing, and disaster recovery planning. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills within complex Oracle database infrastructures. Experience working in high-availability and mission-critical database environments. Good to Have Experience with Oracle GoldenGate for real-time data replication, synchronization, and migration projects. Knowledge of HashiCorp Vault for secrets management, database credential management, and security integration. Exposure to database automation, scripting, and infrastructure management tools. Experience supporting large-scale enterprise database platforms. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Oracle certifications such as Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) or Oracle Certified Master (OCM) are desirable. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
Experis - ManpowerGroup is seeking an experienced Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) to manage and optimize mission-critical Oracle environments in Sheffield. The role focuses on RAC, Data Guard, RMAN, and performance tuning to ensure high availability and disaster recovery readiness. The successful candidate will install, configure, monitor, and support Oracle databases, maintain security standards, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and drive operational excellence.
18/07/2026
Full time
Experis - ManpowerGroup is seeking an experienced Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) to manage and optimize mission-critical Oracle environments in Sheffield. The role focuses on RAC, Data Guard, RMAN, and performance tuning to ensure high availability and disaster recovery readiness. The successful candidate will install, configure, monitor, and support Oracle databases, maintain security standards, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and drive operational excellence.
Role: Oracle Database Administrator Location: Northwich (Hybrid) Salary: Up to £55,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Are you an experienced Oracle Database Administrator looking for your next challenge? We're recruiting on behalf of a highly respected financial services organisation seeking a talented Oracle DBA to join its growing IT team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a business that values innovation, invests in its people and offers genuine opportunities for career development. The Role You'll play a key role in supporting and developing the organisation's Oracle database estate, ensuring business-critical systems remain secure, resilient, and high performing. Working closely with development and infrastructure teams, you'll be responsible for maintaining Oracle databases, optimising performance, and supporting ongoing technology improvements across the business. Key Responsibilities Administer and maintain Oracle database environments Monitor database health, performance, and availability Manage backups, restores, migrations and disaster recovery Support database patching, upgrades, and maintenance Troubleshoot and resolve database performance issues Maintain Oracle Enterprise Manager and Oracle WebLogic environments Automate routine administration tasks where possible Ensure database security, compliance, and best practice Collaborate with IT teams to deliver reliable, high-quality services About You You'll have experience in Oracle Database Administration and be confident working within enterprise environments. You'll also have: Oracle Database Administration experience (Oracle 19c or later preferred) Experience with backup and recovery, performance tuning, and database security Oracle Enterprise Manager experience Oracle WebLogic experience Linux operating systems and shell scripting knowledge Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication skills with a collaborative approach Experience with Oracle Engineered Systems, high availability environments or infrastructure automation would be advantageous but is not essential. What's in it for You? Salary up to £55,000 Annual performance-related bonus 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service Employee Assistance Programme Death in Service benefit Ongoing training and career development The opportunity to join a supportive team within a well-established and growing organisation Apply Today If you're an Oracle Database Administrator looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.
17/07/2026
Full time
Role: Oracle Database Administrator Location: Northwich (Hybrid) Salary: Up to £55,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Are you an experienced Oracle Database Administrator looking for your next challenge? We're recruiting on behalf of a highly respected financial services organisation seeking a talented Oracle DBA to join its growing IT team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a business that values innovation, invests in its people and offers genuine opportunities for career development. The Role You'll play a key role in supporting and developing the organisation's Oracle database estate, ensuring business-critical systems remain secure, resilient, and high performing. Working closely with development and infrastructure teams, you'll be responsible for maintaining Oracle databases, optimising performance, and supporting ongoing technology improvements across the business. Key Responsibilities Administer and maintain Oracle database environments Monitor database health, performance, and availability Manage backups, restores, migrations and disaster recovery Support database patching, upgrades, and maintenance Troubleshoot and resolve database performance issues Maintain Oracle Enterprise Manager and Oracle WebLogic environments Automate routine administration tasks where possible Ensure database security, compliance, and best practice Collaborate with IT teams to deliver reliable, high-quality services About You You'll have experience in Oracle Database Administration and be confident working within enterprise environments. You'll also have: Oracle Database Administration experience (Oracle 19c or later preferred) Experience with backup and recovery, performance tuning, and database security Oracle Enterprise Manager experience Oracle WebLogic experience Linux operating systems and shell scripting knowledge Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication skills with a collaborative approach Experience with Oracle Engineered Systems, high availability environments or infrastructure automation would be advantageous but is not essential. What's in it for You? Salary up to £55,000 Annual performance-related bonus 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service Employee Assistance Programme Death in Service benefit Ongoing training and career development The opportunity to join a supportive team within a well-established and growing organisation Apply Today If you're an Oracle Database Administrator looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.
11705HSUK £80k - 85k per year + Bonus + Brilliant Benefits Database Administrator Our client is urgently looking for an experienced Database Administrator to join their team on a permanent basis. Hybrid role: 6 days per month required on-site. Our client has offices across the UK, so there will be an office close to you regardless of where you live! Working on production databases, you will need to build Kubernetes, explain Helm charts, be well-versed in MongoDB and PostgreSQL, and be relatively capable of coding for automation with Python, Bash or Shell (expertise not required). AWS or Azure experience is essential. A background in Wealth Management and Investments is desirable. Benefits include excellent salary, discretionary bonus (5 10%), private medical insurance, life assurance, dental scheme, hybrid working and many more perks. Key Skills DBA experience - not DevOps - working on production databases Previous experience building Kubernetes, not just supporting Ability to explain Helm charts MongoDB PostgreSQL (not Oracle) Python, Bash or Shell coding for automation (need to be clued up, but not an expert) Cloud (public and private) - AWS or Azure preferred Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation.
17/07/2026
Full time
11705HSUK £80k - 85k per year + Bonus + Brilliant Benefits Database Administrator Our client is urgently looking for an experienced Database Administrator to join their team on a permanent basis. Hybrid role: 6 days per month required on-site. Our client has offices across the UK, so there will be an office close to you regardless of where you live! Working on production databases, you will need to build Kubernetes, explain Helm charts, be well-versed in MongoDB and PostgreSQL, and be relatively capable of coding for automation with Python, Bash or Shell (expertise not required). AWS or Azure experience is essential. A background in Wealth Management and Investments is desirable. Benefits include excellent salary, discretionary bonus (5 10%), private medical insurance, life assurance, dental scheme, hybrid working and many more perks. Key Skills DBA experience - not DevOps - working on production databases Previous experience building Kubernetes, not just supporting Ability to explain Helm charts MongoDB PostgreSQL (not Oracle) Python, Bash or Shell coding for automation (need to be clued up, but not an expert) Cloud (public and private) - AWS or Azure preferred Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation.
Role Title: Oracle DBA Start Date: 29th July 2026 End Date: 30th November 2026 Rate: up to 375 per day umbrella (inside IR35) Location: Sheffield 3 days in the office Role Summary We are seeking an experienced Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) to manage, maintain, and optimize mission-critical Oracle database environments. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in Oracle RAC (Real Application Clusters), Oracle Data Guard, Performance Tuning & Optimization, and RMAN (Backup & Recovery) , ensuring high availability, disaster recovery readiness, optimal performance, and operational excellence across enterprise database platforms. The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, configuration, administration, monitoring, troubleshooting, and support of Oracle databases while maintaining security, reliability, and business continuity. Experience with Oracle GoldenGate and HashiCorp Vault is highly desirable and will be considered an advantage. Key Responsibilities Administer, maintain, and support Oracle database environments in production, testing, and development landscapes. Design, implement, and manage Oracle RAC configurations to ensure high availability, scalability, and failover capabilities. Configure, monitor, and support Oracle Data Guard environments, including physical and logical standby databases, switchover, and failover activities. Perform proactive database monitoring and troubleshooting to maintain system health, availability, and performance. Lead database performance tuning initiatives by analyzing SQL execution plans, optimizing queries, and identifying system bottlenecks. Monitor database resource utilization and recommend improvements to enhance performance and efficiency. Develop and execute backup and recovery strategies using Oracle RMAN , ensuring successful database restoration and disaster recovery preparedness. Conduct backup validation, recovery testing, and regular disaster recovery exercises. Manage database patching, upgrades, migrations, and lifecycle management activities with minimal business disruption. Implement and maintain database security standards, user access controls, and compliance requirements. Collaborate with infrastructure, application, and support teams to ensure seamless database operations and issue resolution. Create and maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, and best practice guidelines. Provide on-call support and participate in incident management and root cause analysis activities when required. Mandatory Skills & Experience Strong hands-on experience as an Oracle Database Administrator in enterprise environments. Extensive expertise in Oracle RAC (Real Application Clusters) administration, configuration, and troubleshooting. Proven experience with Oracle Data Guard setup, monitoring, maintenance, switchover, and failover operations. Strong knowledge of Oracle Performance Tuning & Optimization , including SQL tuning, AWR, ASH, ADDM, and execution plan analysis. Advanced experience with RMAN Backup & Recovery , including backup strategy design, restoration, recovery testing, and disaster recovery planning. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills within complex Oracle database infrastructures. Experience working in high-availability and mission-critical database environments. Good to Have Experience with Oracle GoldenGate for real-time data replication, synchronization, and migration projects. Knowledge of HashiCorp Vault for secrets management, database credential management, and security integration. Exposure to database automation, scripting, and infrastructure management tools. Experience supporting large-scale enterprise database platforms. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Oracle certifications such as Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) or Oracle Certified Master (OCM) are desirable. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
16/07/2026
Contractor
Role Title: Oracle DBA Start Date: 29th July 2026 End Date: 30th November 2026 Rate: up to 375 per day umbrella (inside IR35) Location: Sheffield 3 days in the office Role Summary We are seeking an experienced Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) to manage, maintain, and optimize mission-critical Oracle database environments. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in Oracle RAC (Real Application Clusters), Oracle Data Guard, Performance Tuning & Optimization, and RMAN (Backup & Recovery) , ensuring high availability, disaster recovery readiness, optimal performance, and operational excellence across enterprise database platforms. The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, configuration, administration, monitoring, troubleshooting, and support of Oracle databases while maintaining security, reliability, and business continuity. Experience with Oracle GoldenGate and HashiCorp Vault is highly desirable and will be considered an advantage. Key Responsibilities Administer, maintain, and support Oracle database environments in production, testing, and development landscapes. Design, implement, and manage Oracle RAC configurations to ensure high availability, scalability, and failover capabilities. Configure, monitor, and support Oracle Data Guard environments, including physical and logical standby databases, switchover, and failover activities. Perform proactive database monitoring and troubleshooting to maintain system health, availability, and performance. Lead database performance tuning initiatives by analyzing SQL execution plans, optimizing queries, and identifying system bottlenecks. Monitor database resource utilization and recommend improvements to enhance performance and efficiency. Develop and execute backup and recovery strategies using Oracle RMAN , ensuring successful database restoration and disaster recovery preparedness. Conduct backup validation, recovery testing, and regular disaster recovery exercises. Manage database patching, upgrades, migrations, and lifecycle management activities with minimal business disruption. Implement and maintain database security standards, user access controls, and compliance requirements. Collaborate with infrastructure, application, and support teams to ensure seamless database operations and issue resolution. Create and maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, and best practice guidelines. Provide on-call support and participate in incident management and root cause analysis activities when required. Mandatory Skills & Experience Strong hands-on experience as an Oracle Database Administrator in enterprise environments. Extensive expertise in Oracle RAC (Real Application Clusters) administration, configuration, and troubleshooting. Proven experience with Oracle Data Guard setup, monitoring, maintenance, switchover, and failover operations. Strong knowledge of Oracle Performance Tuning & Optimization , including SQL tuning, AWR, ASH, ADDM, and execution plan analysis. Advanced experience with RMAN Backup & Recovery , including backup strategy design, restoration, recovery testing, and disaster recovery planning. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills within complex Oracle database infrastructures. Experience working in high-availability and mission-critical database environments. Good to Have Experience with Oracle GoldenGate for real-time data replication, synchronization, and migration projects. Knowledge of HashiCorp Vault for secrets management, database credential management, and security integration. Exposure to database automation, scripting, and infrastructure management tools. Experience supporting large-scale enterprise database platforms. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Oracle certifications such as Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) or Oracle Certified Master (OCM) are desirable. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Global bank based in Canary Wharf. Role - C# Developer - Desktop Applications Duration - 6 months with likely extension Rate - 416 p/d (inside IR35) Location - Hybrid / Canary Wharf Tech Stack C# WPF Winforms Javascript SQL Oracle Tasks Tasks range from understanding business requirements, designing application structures, business data analysis, programming WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation) applications in Visual C#.NET on both Oracle and SQL Server database, testing with users, implementation through Development, Quality Assurance (QA), Production and Disaster Recovery environments. Supporting users and writing operation documents including User Helps (manuals) will also be required. As well as application development, this role will also include all aspects of system constructions and support for existing programmes which are written as WinForms (C#.NET) applications. Also, applications written in other languages like MS VBA for Excel and Access, MS VB and MS Excel Macros will also be required. Additional Tasks Defining Database objects required in systems to connect with SQL and Oracle Database Administrators in both London and New York. Providing script for database inquiry languages, i.e., T-SQL (SQL Server) and PL/SQL (Oracle) to perform data analysis based on requirements from business parties. Setting up a system distribution method to Citrix and application servers for both Web and Window applications. Troubleshooting systems in an event of failure and implementing necessary solutions by checking Windows Operating System, Internet Information Server and any other relevant environments where the applications are running. In some case this role will act to liaise with other application support team staff. Following the existing team programming policy to keep a common development style to be shared in team members. Updating versions of MS .Net Framework and MS Visual .NET platform to include any necessary changes of existing systems running in Production. Liaising with the relevant support teams such as other Development sections, Technical Support, Network and Infrastructure and DBA where Business users experience system problems. Assessing the impact of data processing loads on SQL and Oracle database and, when appropriate, finding alternative approaches. Rolling out changes with a coordination of Release manager. It is important to maintain the change history of applications GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
14/07/2026
Contractor
Global bank based in Canary Wharf. Role - C# Developer - Desktop Applications Duration - 6 months with likely extension Rate - 416 p/d (inside IR35) Location - Hybrid / Canary Wharf Tech Stack C# WPF Winforms Javascript SQL Oracle Tasks Tasks range from understanding business requirements, designing application structures, business data analysis, programming WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation) applications in Visual C#.NET on both Oracle and SQL Server database, testing with users, implementation through Development, Quality Assurance (QA), Production and Disaster Recovery environments. Supporting users and writing operation documents including User Helps (manuals) will also be required. As well as application development, this role will also include all aspects of system constructions and support for existing programmes which are written as WinForms (C#.NET) applications. Also, applications written in other languages like MS VBA for Excel and Access, MS VB and MS Excel Macros will also be required. Additional Tasks Defining Database objects required in systems to connect with SQL and Oracle Database Administrators in both London and New York. Providing script for database inquiry languages, i.e., T-SQL (SQL Server) and PL/SQL (Oracle) to perform data analysis based on requirements from business parties. Setting up a system distribution method to Citrix and application servers for both Web and Window applications. Troubleshooting systems in an event of failure and implementing necessary solutions by checking Windows Operating System, Internet Information Server and any other relevant environments where the applications are running. In some case this role will act to liaise with other application support team staff. Following the existing team programming policy to keep a common development style to be shared in team members. Updating versions of MS .Net Framework and MS Visual .NET platform to include any necessary changes of existing systems running in Production. Liaising with the relevant support teams such as other Development sections, Technical Support, Network and Infrastructure and DBA where Business users experience system problems. Assessing the impact of data processing loads on SQL and Oracle database and, when appropriate, finding alternative approaches. Rolling out changes with a coordination of Release manager. It is important to maintain the change history of applications GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
SQL Database Administrator (SQL DBA) Location: Wigan (2 days per week on-site) Salary: Up to £50,000 Benefits: Hybrid working Excellent pension Professional development Holiday allowance Career progression Our client, a leading organisation, is looking to recruit an experienced SQL Database Administrator (SQL DBA) to join its Infrastructure team. This is an excellent opportunity for a DBA who enjoys owning SQL Server environments, ensuring critical databases remain secure, available and performing at their best. You'll play a key role in maintaining and improving the organisation's Microsoft SQL estate while supporting wider infrastructure and platform initiatives. What you'll do Administer, maintain and optimise Microsoft SQL Server and Azure SQL environments. Manage database backups, restores and disaster recovery processes, ensuring data integrity and business continuity. Monitor and tune database performance, identifying bottlenecks and implementing improvements. Develop and maintain database maintenance plans covering indexing, statistics, integrity checks and housekeeping. Ensure high availability and resilience across production database environments. Support database security through access management, permissions and least-privilege principles. Work closely with infrastructure and software engineering teams to support application deployments and database changes. Assist with Windows Server administration, patching and platform maintenance where required. Investigate database incidents, perform root cause analysis and implement preventative improvements. Produce and maintain technical documentation, operational procedures and recovery processes. Participate in an out-of-hours support rota for critical incidents. What we're looking for Commercial experience as a SQL Database Administrator or SQL Server DBA. Strong administration experience across Microsoft SQL Server. Experience with Azure SQL Database or Azure-based SQL environments. Knowledge of backup, recovery, high availability and disaster recovery solutions. Experience with SQL performance tuning, optimisation and troubleshooting. Understanding of SQL Server security, permissions and database governance. Experience supporting production environments and following change control processes. PowerShell scripting or SQL automation experience would be advantageous. Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to continuous improvement. Desirable experience includes: Always On Availability Groups, replication or failover technologies. Exposure to PostgreSQL, MySQL or Oracle. Azure infrastructure and cloud services. Infrastructure monitoring and alerting tools. Cyber security best practices and vulnerability management. Why join? Salary of up to £50,000 Hybrid working with just 2 days per week on-site in Wigan Work across business-critical SQL Server and Azure SQL platforms. Opportunity to influence database performance, resilience and future improvements. Supportive team with excellent opportunities for learning and career development. If you're a SQL DBA looking for a role where you'll have real ownership of critical database environments while working with modern Microsoft technologies, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more.
11/07/2026
Full time
SQL Database Administrator (SQL DBA) Location: Wigan (2 days per week on-site) Salary: Up to £50,000 Benefits: Hybrid working Excellent pension Professional development Holiday allowance Career progression Our client, a leading organisation, is looking to recruit an experienced SQL Database Administrator (SQL DBA) to join its Infrastructure team. This is an excellent opportunity for a DBA who enjoys owning SQL Server environments, ensuring critical databases remain secure, available and performing at their best. You'll play a key role in maintaining and improving the organisation's Microsoft SQL estate while supporting wider infrastructure and platform initiatives. What you'll do Administer, maintain and optimise Microsoft SQL Server and Azure SQL environments. Manage database backups, restores and disaster recovery processes, ensuring data integrity and business continuity. Monitor and tune database performance, identifying bottlenecks and implementing improvements. Develop and maintain database maintenance plans covering indexing, statistics, integrity checks and housekeeping. Ensure high availability and resilience across production database environments. Support database security through access management, permissions and least-privilege principles. Work closely with infrastructure and software engineering teams to support application deployments and database changes. Assist with Windows Server administration, patching and platform maintenance where required. Investigate database incidents, perform root cause analysis and implement preventative improvements. Produce and maintain technical documentation, operational procedures and recovery processes. Participate in an out-of-hours support rota for critical incidents. What we're looking for Commercial experience as a SQL Database Administrator or SQL Server DBA. Strong administration experience across Microsoft SQL Server. Experience with Azure SQL Database or Azure-based SQL environments. Knowledge of backup, recovery, high availability and disaster recovery solutions. Experience with SQL performance tuning, optimisation and troubleshooting. Understanding of SQL Server security, permissions and database governance. Experience supporting production environments and following change control processes. PowerShell scripting or SQL automation experience would be advantageous. Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to continuous improvement. Desirable experience includes: Always On Availability Groups, replication or failover technologies. Exposure to PostgreSQL, MySQL or Oracle. Azure infrastructure and cloud services. Infrastructure monitoring and alerting tools. Cyber security best practices and vulnerability management. Why join? Salary of up to £50,000 Hybrid working with just 2 days per week on-site in Wigan Work across business-critical SQL Server and Azure SQL platforms. Opportunity to influence database performance, resilience and future improvements. Supportive team with excellent opportunities for learning and career development. If you're a SQL DBA looking for a role where you'll have real ownership of critical database environments while working with modern Microsoft technologies, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more.
Furness Building Society
Barrow-in-furness, Cumbria
Furness Building Society is seeking a Junior Oracle Database Administrator to join our IT & Data Team in Barrow-in-Furness. You will maintain the production Oracle database, manage DR/backups, and work with Cyber Security to protect data in transit and at rest. The role requires a customer-focused IT background and knowledge of Oracle, Linux/Unix, and MS SQL. We offer a competitive salary plus benefits, a focus on professional development, and an empowering culture.
10/07/2026
Full time
Furness Building Society is seeking a Junior Oracle Database Administrator to join our IT & Data Team in Barrow-in-Furness. You will maintain the production Oracle database, manage DR/backups, and work with Cyber Security to protect data in transit and at rest. The role requires a customer-focused IT background and knowledge of Oracle, Linux/Unix, and MS SQL. We offer a competitive salary plus benefits, a focus on professional development, and an empowering culture.
Furness Building Society
Barrow-in-furness, Cumbria
Junior Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) Junior Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) Full time - 35 Hours Competitive Salary + Benefits An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, innovative, and confident individual to join our IT & Data Team. We are driven by our values, putting the community first in everything we do. We expect our colleagues' values to align with ours, trusting them to be genuine and responsible. In return we offer competitive remuneration packages, and an empowering culture supported by continuous professional development and training. We are committed to building a diverse workforce and will consider all applicants. In this role you will: Administration and maintenance of the Production Oracle Database and its environment so that it is performant and accessible. Administration and maintenance of DR and secure backups of the Database environment. Working with Cyber Security officer, ensure the security of all data at rest and in transit. Liaise with Third Party and Oracle Support to resolve issues affecting the Unix and Oracle Estate. Administration and maintenance of the Society's Solaris Servers and Linux VMs. Provide suitable testing environments to the Business when requested. Monitor systems and build weekly reports on Storage, Performance and Security where applicable. Ensure all relevant documentation is maintained and updated under change control. Act as 2nd Line Support escalation point for any Oracle and Solaris software or hardware issues. Assist the Data Team with their Technical Requests and requirements, allocating Oracle and Solaris Hardware and Software where needed so that they are able to support the business in their day-to-day MI tasks. What you will bring: Minimum of five GCSEs (or equivalent), including Maths and English at grade C/4 or above. Previous experience of working in a customer service role, preferably within an IT environment. Good experience/understanding of Oracle, Linux and Unix platforms Understanding of general networking. Knowledge/understanding of MS SQL Strong attention to detail, high standard of accuracy. Basic awareness of Microsoft Cloud technologies such as Azure (desirable) What you can expect from us: Competitive pension with up to 10% employer contribution.
10/07/2026
Full time
Junior Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) Junior Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) Full time - 35 Hours Competitive Salary + Benefits An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, innovative, and confident individual to join our IT & Data Team. We are driven by our values, putting the community first in everything we do. We expect our colleagues' values to align with ours, trusting them to be genuine and responsible. In return we offer competitive remuneration packages, and an empowering culture supported by continuous professional development and training. We are committed to building a diverse workforce and will consider all applicants. In this role you will: Administration and maintenance of the Production Oracle Database and its environment so that it is performant and accessible. Administration and maintenance of DR and secure backups of the Database environment. Working with Cyber Security officer, ensure the security of all data at rest and in transit. Liaise with Third Party and Oracle Support to resolve issues affecting the Unix and Oracle Estate. Administration and maintenance of the Society's Solaris Servers and Linux VMs. Provide suitable testing environments to the Business when requested. Monitor systems and build weekly reports on Storage, Performance and Security where applicable. Ensure all relevant documentation is maintained and updated under change control. Act as 2nd Line Support escalation point for any Oracle and Solaris software or hardware issues. Assist the Data Team with their Technical Requests and requirements, allocating Oracle and Solaris Hardware and Software where needed so that they are able to support the business in their day-to-day MI tasks. What you will bring: Minimum of five GCSEs (or equivalent), including Maths and English at grade C/4 or above. Previous experience of working in a customer service role, preferably within an IT environment. Good experience/understanding of Oracle, Linux and Unix platforms Understanding of general networking. Knowledge/understanding of MS SQL Strong attention to detail, high standard of accuracy. Basic awareness of Microsoft Cloud technologies such as Azure (desirable) What you can expect from us: Competitive pension with up to 10% employer contribution.
Role Overview At DXC, one of our platinum accounts has openings for client-based working Database Administrators at varying skill levels. The successful candidate will work within one of our database support teams and will be focused and motivated with good interpersonal skills. Your role will include optimising and tuning database performance and assisting in database migration. Responsibilities Installing and configuring database binaries Writing and maintaining scripts to automate DBA tasks Investigating and implementing automation of operational processes using tools such as Ansible, PowerShell, Bash, and Git-based workflows Performing routine, periodic, and proactive operational monitoring and maintenance Troubleshooting database-related issues and driving root cause analysis Optimising and tuning database performance to ensure reliability and efficiency Performing patching and upgrades to ensure data security and compliance Assisting with database migrations, including migrations to cloud-based environments such as AWS Supporting database resilience through backup, recovery, replication, clustering, failover, and disaster recovery activities Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and the modernisation of database services Qualifications A genuine passion for technology and a strong desire to continuously develop your technical skills Willingness to both share your knowledge and learn from others A proactive approach towards identifying risks, opportunities, and potential improvements An ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment A willingness to investigate challenges and develop innovative solutions Good organisational, analytical, and problem solving skills An interest in automation, scripting, and modern infrastructure practices A growth mindset with the ambition to broaden your technical capabilities across databases, cloud technologies, and automation tooling Desirable Skills and Technologies Database Technologies Administration experience in one or more database technologies such as MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, or Microsoft SQL Server Knowledge of database server clustering, failover, high availability, and disaster recovery solutions Experience with database replication technologies such as Oracle Data Guard, PostgreSQL Replication Manager, and MongoDB Replica Sets Experience in backup and recovery procedures Operating Systems & Cloud Experience supporting Linux operating systems (RHEL) and/or Windows Server Experience working with cloud technologies, particularly AWS Knowledge of AWS database services and database deployments in cloud environments Experience planning or delivering database migrations into cloud environments would be highly advantageous Automation & Scripting Experience with scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, and Bash Experience with automation and configuration management tools such as Ansible Familiarity with source control and collaborative development practices using Git Experience identifying opportunities to automate operational and administrative tasks Monitoring & Tooling Knowledge of database monitoring tools such as Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM), Nagios, or equivalent monitoring platforms
10/07/2026
Full time
Role Overview At DXC, one of our platinum accounts has openings for client-based working Database Administrators at varying skill levels. The successful candidate will work within one of our database support teams and will be focused and motivated with good interpersonal skills. Your role will include optimising and tuning database performance and assisting in database migration. Responsibilities Installing and configuring database binaries Writing and maintaining scripts to automate DBA tasks Investigating and implementing automation of operational processes using tools such as Ansible, PowerShell, Bash, and Git-based workflows Performing routine, periodic, and proactive operational monitoring and maintenance Troubleshooting database-related issues and driving root cause analysis Optimising and tuning database performance to ensure reliability and efficiency Performing patching and upgrades to ensure data security and compliance Assisting with database migrations, including migrations to cloud-based environments such as AWS Supporting database resilience through backup, recovery, replication, clustering, failover, and disaster recovery activities Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and the modernisation of database services Qualifications A genuine passion for technology and a strong desire to continuously develop your technical skills Willingness to both share your knowledge and learn from others A proactive approach towards identifying risks, opportunities, and potential improvements An ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment A willingness to investigate challenges and develop innovative solutions Good organisational, analytical, and problem solving skills An interest in automation, scripting, and modern infrastructure practices A growth mindset with the ambition to broaden your technical capabilities across databases, cloud technologies, and automation tooling Desirable Skills and Technologies Database Technologies Administration experience in one or more database technologies such as MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, or Microsoft SQL Server Knowledge of database server clustering, failover, high availability, and disaster recovery solutions Experience with database replication technologies such as Oracle Data Guard, PostgreSQL Replication Manager, and MongoDB Replica Sets Experience in backup and recovery procedures Operating Systems & Cloud Experience supporting Linux operating systems (RHEL) and/or Windows Server Experience working with cloud technologies, particularly AWS Knowledge of AWS database services and database deployments in cloud environments Experience planning or delivering database migrations into cloud environments would be highly advantageous Automation & Scripting Experience with scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, and Bash Experience with automation and configuration management tools such as Ansible Familiarity with source control and collaborative development practices using Git Experience identifying opportunities to automate operational and administrative tasks Monitoring & Tooling Knowledge of database monitoring tools such as Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM), Nagios, or equivalent monitoring platforms
The Access Bank UK is looking for an experienced Oracle Database Administrator to join their dedicated IT Development team in Northwich. The successful candidate will support and develop the Bank's Oracle database estate while ensuring secure and high-performing data platforms. Ideal candidates are collaborative team players with excellent problem-solving skills and significant experience in Oracle database administration, especially Oracle 19c or later. Benefits include a competitive salary and a tailored benefits package.
09/07/2026
Full time
The Access Bank UK is looking for an experienced Oracle Database Administrator to join their dedicated IT Development team in Northwich. The successful candidate will support and develop the Bank's Oracle database estate while ensuring secure and high-performing data platforms. Ideal candidates are collaborative team players with excellent problem-solving skills and significant experience in Oracle database administration, especially Oracle 19c or later. Benefits include a competitive salary and a tailored benefits package.
Oracle Database Administrator An exciting opportunity has arisen for a team player to join the Bank during a period of significant growth. We are looking for an experienced Oracle Database Administrator to work within the dedicated IT Development team in Northwich. You will be part of an Investors In People Platinum award winning organisation. Our people are our core asset and are fundamental to our Bank's continued development. The Bank has been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People (IIP) in 2020 demonstrating our commitment to high performance through good people management and strong company culture. With focus on clearly defined set of core values which underpin the vision. We encourage a sense of individual ownership and talent development whilst fostering team spirit and career progression. About the role This role will support and develop the Bank's Oracle database estate, helping to deliver secure, resilient and high performing data platforms across business critical systems. The role will include administration of Oracle databases and the Linux platforms they run on. Monitor database health, availability, capacity and performance, using proactive alerting and trend analysis to identify issues before they affect service. Perform maintenance operations on Oracle databases to ensure stable, secure and efficient database operations. Support backups, migrations, restores and environment refreshes for Oracle databases, including Oracle APEX applications. Recover corrupted or lost data in test and production systems from backups. Develop, manage and test database backup and recovery plans, ensuring documented processes are in place and regularly reviewed. Analyse and manage capacity and performance of Oracle application databases, working closely with application development and infrastructure teams. Promote and maintain data security, auditability and regulatory compliance across Oracle database environments. Support database patching, upgrades, lifecycle management and planned changes in line with change control processes. Automate routine database administration tasks using scripting or appropriate tooling to improve reliability and efficiency. Maintain knowledge of current and emerging technologies that support secure, resilient and high performing data platforms. Maintenance of operational systems may be required outside of normal business hours. Skills & Experience Thinks logically and demonstrates strong problem solving and analytical skills Can work independently, using their own initiative to meet strict deadlines Has a meticulous approach and attention to detail Is a collaborative team player who can motivate, support and effectively lead others Communicates effectively, clearly and professionally both within the team and with staff at all levels in the Bank. Remains organised and works effectively under pressure in demanding scenarios Has a good understanding of business and compliance processes Is well organised and able to prioritise and plan their own work to deliver to agreed standards Technical requirements Essential: Oracle Database administration experience, preferably Oracle 19c or later, including backup and recovery, performance tuning, monitoring, patching, security and high availability support. Oracle Enterprise Manager maintenance, monitoring and implementation experience. Oracle WebLogic maintenance and implementation experience. Knowledge of computer networks and protocols, including Linux operating systems and shell scripting. Performance tuning and optimisation skills. Familiarity with enterprise backup, recovery and data protection architectures. Desirable: Experience with Oracle Engineered Systems or comparable enterprise database platforms. Exposure to virtualised or private cloud infrastructure. Experience supporting high availability, resilience or disaster recovery environments. Experience automating database administration activities using scripting, scheduling or operational tooling. Training and development will be supported for candidates with strong core Oracle DBA experience and the ability to develop knowledge of the Bank's database infrastructure environment. Why work in IT Working within the IT team gives you the opportunity to play a key role in supporting, modernising and enhancing the Bank's technology platforms. You will collaborate with colleagues across IT and the wider business to deliver secure, resilient and innovative services that support both colleagues and customers. Why work with The Access Bank UK Ltd? Colleagues benefit from Access Bank's commitment to talent development, mentorship, and career growth, empowering them to build impactful careers while contributing to the bank's vision of driving economic progress worldwide. This makes Access Bank an exceptional place for ambitious graduates to launch their careers in the global financial sector. Core Values Excellence Innovation Passion for Customers Professionalism Empowered Employees Leadership Benefits As well as a competitive salary, you'll enjoy a benefits package that you can tailor to your needs. Eligible for a discretionary performance related annual bonus 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, which increases to 27 days after 2yrs service, and 29 days after 5 years Company funded Employee Assistance Programme Benefits supporting you and your family, such as death in service benefit As an equal opportunities employer, The Access Bank UK Ltd is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join The Access Bank UK Ltd.
09/07/2026
Full time
Oracle Database Administrator An exciting opportunity has arisen for a team player to join the Bank during a period of significant growth. We are looking for an experienced Oracle Database Administrator to work within the dedicated IT Development team in Northwich. You will be part of an Investors In People Platinum award winning organisation. Our people are our core asset and are fundamental to our Bank's continued development. The Bank has been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People (IIP) in 2020 demonstrating our commitment to high performance through good people management and strong company culture. With focus on clearly defined set of core values which underpin the vision. We encourage a sense of individual ownership and talent development whilst fostering team spirit and career progression. About the role This role will support and develop the Bank's Oracle database estate, helping to deliver secure, resilient and high performing data platforms across business critical systems. The role will include administration of Oracle databases and the Linux platforms they run on. Monitor database health, availability, capacity and performance, using proactive alerting and trend analysis to identify issues before they affect service. Perform maintenance operations on Oracle databases to ensure stable, secure and efficient database operations. Support backups, migrations, restores and environment refreshes for Oracle databases, including Oracle APEX applications. Recover corrupted or lost data in test and production systems from backups. Develop, manage and test database backup and recovery plans, ensuring documented processes are in place and regularly reviewed. Analyse and manage capacity and performance of Oracle application databases, working closely with application development and infrastructure teams. Promote and maintain data security, auditability and regulatory compliance across Oracle database environments. Support database patching, upgrades, lifecycle management and planned changes in line with change control processes. Automate routine database administration tasks using scripting or appropriate tooling to improve reliability and efficiency. Maintain knowledge of current and emerging technologies that support secure, resilient and high performing data platforms. Maintenance of operational systems may be required outside of normal business hours. Skills & Experience Thinks logically and demonstrates strong problem solving and analytical skills Can work independently, using their own initiative to meet strict deadlines Has a meticulous approach and attention to detail Is a collaborative team player who can motivate, support and effectively lead others Communicates effectively, clearly and professionally both within the team and with staff at all levels in the Bank. Remains organised and works effectively under pressure in demanding scenarios Has a good understanding of business and compliance processes Is well organised and able to prioritise and plan their own work to deliver to agreed standards Technical requirements Essential: Oracle Database administration experience, preferably Oracle 19c or later, including backup and recovery, performance tuning, monitoring, patching, security and high availability support. Oracle Enterprise Manager maintenance, monitoring and implementation experience. Oracle WebLogic maintenance and implementation experience. Knowledge of computer networks and protocols, including Linux operating systems and shell scripting. Performance tuning and optimisation skills. Familiarity with enterprise backup, recovery and data protection architectures. Desirable: Experience with Oracle Engineered Systems or comparable enterprise database platforms. Exposure to virtualised or private cloud infrastructure. Experience supporting high availability, resilience or disaster recovery environments. Experience automating database administration activities using scripting, scheduling or operational tooling. Training and development will be supported for candidates with strong core Oracle DBA experience and the ability to develop knowledge of the Bank's database infrastructure environment. Why work in IT Working within the IT team gives you the opportunity to play a key role in supporting, modernising and enhancing the Bank's technology platforms. You will collaborate with colleagues across IT and the wider business to deliver secure, resilient and innovative services that support both colleagues and customers. Why work with The Access Bank UK Ltd? Colleagues benefit from Access Bank's commitment to talent development, mentorship, and career growth, empowering them to build impactful careers while contributing to the bank's vision of driving economic progress worldwide. This makes Access Bank an exceptional place for ambitious graduates to launch their careers in the global financial sector. Core Values Excellence Innovation Passion for Customers Professionalism Empowered Employees Leadership Benefits As well as a competitive salary, you'll enjoy a benefits package that you can tailor to your needs. Eligible for a discretionary performance related annual bonus 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, which increases to 27 days after 2yrs service, and 29 days after 5 years Company funded Employee Assistance Programme Benefits supporting you and your family, such as death in service benefit As an equal opportunities employer, The Access Bank UK Ltd is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join The Access Bank UK Ltd.
Oracle DBA - Contract - Edinburgh Rate: £475 /day IR35: Inside IR35 Duration: 6 months (with possible extension) Location: Edinburgh, hybrid working We are looking for a capable and motivated Oracle DBA to join a high-performing team within a leading financial services organisation. This role focuses on supporting and improving critical Oracle environments across both on-premise and cloud infrastructure. You will help maintain the stability, performance, and scalability of the Oracle estate, with responsibilities including patching, performance tuning, cloud deployments, and full lifecycle management. Key Responsibilities Support and manage Oracle databases in hybrid environments Carry out regular patching and proactive maintenance of production systems Collaborate with software developers and platform engineers on shared projects Work with technologies such as Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), Exadata, RMAN, and Linux Assist in automating database deployments as part of a DevOps approach Take part in occasional out-of-hours and on-call support on a rotational basis Essential Experience Strong background as an Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) Solid understanding of SQL / PL/SQL, RMAN, and Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM) Experience with patching processes and backup/recovery practicesGood working knowledge of Linux systems (Oracle Enterprise Linux or Red Hat), including scripting Exposure to cloud platforms such as Azure is highly valued Bright Purple is an equal opportunities employer. We are proud to work with clients who promote diversity and inclusion within the technology sector.
07/07/2026
Full time
Oracle DBA - Contract - Edinburgh Rate: £475 /day IR35: Inside IR35 Duration: 6 months (with possible extension) Location: Edinburgh, hybrid working We are looking for a capable and motivated Oracle DBA to join a high-performing team within a leading financial services organisation. This role focuses on supporting and improving critical Oracle environments across both on-premise and cloud infrastructure. You will help maintain the stability, performance, and scalability of the Oracle estate, with responsibilities including patching, performance tuning, cloud deployments, and full lifecycle management. Key Responsibilities Support and manage Oracle databases in hybrid environments Carry out regular patching and proactive maintenance of production systems Collaborate with software developers and platform engineers on shared projects Work with technologies such as Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), Exadata, RMAN, and Linux Assist in automating database deployments as part of a DevOps approach Take part in occasional out-of-hours and on-call support on a rotational basis Essential Experience Strong background as an Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) Solid understanding of SQL / PL/SQL, RMAN, and Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM) Experience with patching processes and backup/recovery practicesGood working knowledge of Linux systems (Oracle Enterprise Linux or Red Hat), including scripting Exposure to cloud platforms such as Azure is highly valued Bright Purple is an equal opportunities employer. We are proud to work with clients who promote diversity and inclusion within the technology sector.
Database Administrator Location: Central London or Manchester - on site 5 days a week. DXC Technology is committed to building diverse, inclusive teams. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly encourage interest from women, underrepresented groups, and neurodivergent candidates. We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the hiring process and are dedicated to creating a supportive, accessible environment for everyone. Role responsibilities Installing and configuring database binaries Writing and maintaining scripts to automate DBA tasks Investigating and implementing automation of processes Perform routine, periodic, and proactive operation and monitoring Troubleshoot database related issues Perform patching and upgrades to ensure data security What you will bring to the team Willingness to both share your knowledge and learn from others A proactive approach towards looking for risks and problems An ability to work both independently and in a team A willingness to investigate challenges and solve them Good organisational, analytical, and problem solving skills Desirable Skills and Technologies Administration experience in a database technology such as Oracle, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, etc Experience of OS such as RHEL and Windows Server Experience in cloud technologies such as AWS and AWS database. Migrations into AWS Experience in Ansible Knowledge of database monitoring tools, such as OEM and Nagios Experience in scripting, such as Powershell and Bash Knowledge of database server clustering, failover, and disaster recovery Experience in database replication software, such as Data Guard, Replication Manager for PostgreSQL, and MongoDB ReplicaSets Experience in backup/recovery procedures and scripting What we will do for you Competitive compensation Pension scheme DXC Select - Our comprehensive benefits package (includes private health/medical insurance, childcare vouchers, gym membership and more) Perks at Work (discounts on technology, groceries, travel and more) DXC incentives (recognition tools, employee lunches, regular social events etc)
06/07/2026
Full time
Database Administrator Location: Central London or Manchester - on site 5 days a week. DXC Technology is committed to building diverse, inclusive teams. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly encourage interest from women, underrepresented groups, and neurodivergent candidates. We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the hiring process and are dedicated to creating a supportive, accessible environment for everyone. Role responsibilities Installing and configuring database binaries Writing and maintaining scripts to automate DBA tasks Investigating and implementing automation of processes Perform routine, periodic, and proactive operation and monitoring Troubleshoot database related issues Perform patching and upgrades to ensure data security What you will bring to the team Willingness to both share your knowledge and learn from others A proactive approach towards looking for risks and problems An ability to work both independently and in a team A willingness to investigate challenges and solve them Good organisational, analytical, and problem solving skills Desirable Skills and Technologies Administration experience in a database technology such as Oracle, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, etc Experience of OS such as RHEL and Windows Server Experience in cloud technologies such as AWS and AWS database. Migrations into AWS Experience in Ansible Knowledge of database monitoring tools, such as OEM and Nagios Experience in scripting, such as Powershell and Bash Knowledge of database server clustering, failover, and disaster recovery Experience in database replication software, such as Data Guard, Replication Manager for PostgreSQL, and MongoDB ReplicaSets Experience in backup/recovery procedures and scripting What we will do for you Competitive compensation Pension scheme DXC Select - Our comprehensive benefits package (includes private health/medical insurance, childcare vouchers, gym membership and more) Perks at Work (discounts on technology, groceries, travel and more) DXC incentives (recognition tools, employee lunches, regular social events etc)
About Atos Atos Group is a global leader in digital transformation with approximately 63,000 employees and annual revenue of around €8 billion, operating in 61 countries under the brands Atos and Eviden. It is Europe's number one in cybersecurity, cloud and high performance computing, and is committed to a secure and decarbonised future. Job Overview We are looking for a PostgreSQL database administrator with strong data modelling skills to join our team. The role includes managing a Postgres application data store across environments, working closely with development to define the data model for new data feeds, and owning the core data structures used within the application. Responsibilities Take responsibility for the application PostgreSQL database cluster across multiple environments, on cloud and on premises Monitor and tune the database to optimise performance Handle migration of data structures across database instances, including to offline environments Own the data models and manage the lifecycle of the data within the Postgres database Collaborate with data pipeline engineers and data scientists to ingest a wide range of data sources Manage security controls across environments, defining roles, permissions and row level security Work directly with the infrastructure team to configure installation and manage patching across all environments Qualifications & Skills Experience as a PostgreSQL DBA, core development/maintenance and performance optimisation (sharding, partitions). Knowledge of extensions such as pgvector, PostGIS and AGE is very useful. Additional skills in Oracle or MSSQL are required. Proficiency in performance optimisation: index tuning, execution plan analysis, query optimisation and data partitioning. Backup and recovery: capability to define backup strategies based on environment constraints. Clustering: experience with managing database clusters and fail over strategies. Data modelling: designing, creating and managing schemas, tables and views to support the data models. Understanding of best practices for storing JSON objects within PostgreSQL. Clear communication and ability to collaborate with developers to define and implement data model requirements. SC clearance is required; DV as a target. Must have lived and worked in the UK continuously for the past 5-7 years. Location Flexible Work Model - Hybrid working with a minimum of two days per week in the office to support productivity, collaboration and employee well being. Benefits Pension Scheme - contributions matched up to 10% Private medical cover Income protection Life assurance 25 days paid leave plus national holidays Flex benefits program Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Atos diversity and inclusion are embedded in our DNA. We are a Disability Confident employer and encourage applications from all, especially those who are differently abled. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to the application and assessment process to accommodate your needs. Legal Statement We will consider equal opportunities and comply with the Equality Act 2010.
05/07/2026
Full time
About Atos Atos Group is a global leader in digital transformation with approximately 63,000 employees and annual revenue of around €8 billion, operating in 61 countries under the brands Atos and Eviden. It is Europe's number one in cybersecurity, cloud and high performance computing, and is committed to a secure and decarbonised future. Job Overview We are looking for a PostgreSQL database administrator with strong data modelling skills to join our team. The role includes managing a Postgres application data store across environments, working closely with development to define the data model for new data feeds, and owning the core data structures used within the application. Responsibilities Take responsibility for the application PostgreSQL database cluster across multiple environments, on cloud and on premises Monitor and tune the database to optimise performance Handle migration of data structures across database instances, including to offline environments Own the data models and manage the lifecycle of the data within the Postgres database Collaborate with data pipeline engineers and data scientists to ingest a wide range of data sources Manage security controls across environments, defining roles, permissions and row level security Work directly with the infrastructure team to configure installation and manage patching across all environments Qualifications & Skills Experience as a PostgreSQL DBA, core development/maintenance and performance optimisation (sharding, partitions). Knowledge of extensions such as pgvector, PostGIS and AGE is very useful. Additional skills in Oracle or MSSQL are required. Proficiency in performance optimisation: index tuning, execution plan analysis, query optimisation and data partitioning. Backup and recovery: capability to define backup strategies based on environment constraints. Clustering: experience with managing database clusters and fail over strategies. Data modelling: designing, creating and managing schemas, tables and views to support the data models. Understanding of best practices for storing JSON objects within PostgreSQL. Clear communication and ability to collaborate with developers to define and implement data model requirements. SC clearance is required; DV as a target. Must have lived and worked in the UK continuously for the past 5-7 years. Location Flexible Work Model - Hybrid working with a minimum of two days per week in the office to support productivity, collaboration and employee well being. Benefits Pension Scheme - contributions matched up to 10% Private medical cover Income protection Life assurance 25 days paid leave plus national holidays Flex benefits program Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Atos diversity and inclusion are embedded in our DNA. We are a Disability Confident employer and encourage applications from all, especially those who are differently abled. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to the application and assessment process to accommodate your needs. Legal Statement We will consider equal opportunities and comply with the Equality Act 2010.
Database Administrator (Oracle / SQL Server) Location: Manchester or Barrow-in-Furness (Hybrid - 4 days onsite, 1 day remote) Contract: 3 Months (Initial) Rate: £470 per day Inside IR35 Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance required Are you an experienced Database Administrator with strong Oracle and SQL Server expertise? We're looking for a skilled DBA to join a high-profile programme supporting business-critical database infrastructure within a secure enterprise environment. This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex, mission-critical systems where reliability, performance and security are paramount. The Role You'll be responsible for ensuring the performance, availability and stability of Oracle and SQL Server databases, supporting BAU operations while maintaining high service standards in a secure environment. Working as part of an experienced infrastructure team, you'll play a key role in monitoring, maintaining and optimising database services, resolving incidents and supporting ongoing improvements. Key Responsibilities Monitor, administer and maintain Oracle and SQL Server databases. Proactively manage database performance, health and availability. Investigate and resolve database incidents and carry out root cause analysis. Perform database backups, restores, patching and upgrades. Support High Availability and Disaster Recovery solutions, including Always On Availability Groups, Oracle Data Guard and RAC. Ensure database security, integrity and compliance within a secure environment. Work collaboratively with infrastructure and application support teams to maintain service excellence. Follow ITIL best practices for incident, problem and change management. Required Skills & Experience Strong commercial experience administering Oracle and/or Microsoft SQL Server databases. Proven expertise in database performance tuning and optimisation. Experience with backup, recovery and disaster recovery processes. Knowledge of High Availability technologies such as Oracle RAC, Data Guard and SQL Server Always On. Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills. Experience working within enterprise or managed service environments. Understanding of ITIL processes is desirable. Active SC Clearance is essential.
02/07/2026
Full time
Database Administrator (Oracle / SQL Server) Location: Manchester or Barrow-in-Furness (Hybrid - 4 days onsite, 1 day remote) Contract: 3 Months (Initial) Rate: £470 per day Inside IR35 Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance required Are you an experienced Database Administrator with strong Oracle and SQL Server expertise? We're looking for a skilled DBA to join a high-profile programme supporting business-critical database infrastructure within a secure enterprise environment. This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex, mission-critical systems where reliability, performance and security are paramount. The Role You'll be responsible for ensuring the performance, availability and stability of Oracle and SQL Server databases, supporting BAU operations while maintaining high service standards in a secure environment. Working as part of an experienced infrastructure team, you'll play a key role in monitoring, maintaining and optimising database services, resolving incidents and supporting ongoing improvements. Key Responsibilities Monitor, administer and maintain Oracle and SQL Server databases. Proactively manage database performance, health and availability. Investigate and resolve database incidents and carry out root cause analysis. Perform database backups, restores, patching and upgrades. Support High Availability and Disaster Recovery solutions, including Always On Availability Groups, Oracle Data Guard and RAC. Ensure database security, integrity and compliance within a secure environment. Work collaboratively with infrastructure and application support teams to maintain service excellence. Follow ITIL best practices for incident, problem and change management. Required Skills & Experience Strong commercial experience administering Oracle and/or Microsoft SQL Server databases. Proven expertise in database performance tuning and optimisation. Experience with backup, recovery and disaster recovery processes. Knowledge of High Availability technologies such as Oracle RAC, Data Guard and SQL Server Always On. Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills. Experience working within enterprise or managed service environments. Understanding of ITIL processes is desirable. Active SC Clearance is essential.
CBSbutler Ltd. is seeking an experienced Database Administrator with expertise in Oracle and SQL Server to join a high-profile programme in Manchester. This role involves monitoring, maintaining, and optimising databases within a secure enterprise environment. You will be responsible for ensuring performance, availability, and stability, while also supporting backup and disaster recovery processes. Active SC Clearance is essential for this position.
02/07/2026
Full time
CBSbutler Ltd. is seeking an experienced Database Administrator with expertise in Oracle and SQL Server to join a high-profile programme in Manchester. This role involves monitoring, maintaining, and optimising databases within a secure enterprise environment. You will be responsible for ensuring performance, availability, and stability, while also supporting backup and disaster recovery processes. Active SC Clearance is essential for this position.