Overview
We are seeking a SQL Database Administrator to join a public sector organization on a hybrid contract basis. The role involves administering and optimizing SQL Server environments, managing Azure Cosmos DB workloads, and ensuring compliance with data governance laws. You will work collaboratively with engineering and delivery teams to support service transformation initiatives while focusing on database performance and security standards.
Responsibilities
- Administer, configure, and support SQL Server environments across development, test, and production.
- Manage, optimise, and monitor Azure Cosmos DB workloads for scalable performance.
- Perform proactive capacity planning, patching, and upgrades for operational needs.
- Identify and resolve database performance issues impacting legacy systems.
- Improve query and indexing strategies, schema design, and execution plans.
- Ensure compliance with data legislation and security standards, including GDPR.
- Manage access controls, auditing, and data protection measures.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to support service transformation initiatives.
Requirements
- Strong SQL Server administration experience in live service environments.
- Demonstrable expertise in performance tuning and troubleshooting database bottlenecks.
- Practical experience with Azure Cosmos DB, including throughput and indexing strategies.
- Understanding of HA/DR design principles and tooling.
- Commitment to secure and well-governed data management practices.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, service-focused environment.
- Familiarity with cloud-hosted operational databases and Azure infrastructure is desirable.
- Experience in supporting legacy application transformation projects is a plus.