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Database Administrator (PostgreSQL / Oracle)
Location: UK-based with remote/hybrid working available
Travel: Occasional travel to Kettering and other UK sites
About the Role
We're working with an established technology business that develops software and automation solutions for the logistics and warehouse sector.
As part of an ongoing technology modernisation programme, they're looking to strengthen their Systems team with the addition of a Database Administrator. The environment is currently a mix of PostgreSQL and Oracle, with a longer-term focus on expanding and developing the PostgreSQL platform.
This role offers a mixture of operational database administration and project work. You'll be involved in everything from performance tuning and troubleshooting through to database upgrades, migrations and wider platform improvements.
You'll work closely with developers, infrastructure engineers and support teams to ensure the database estate remains secure, stable and performant while supporting future growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Administration and support of PostgreSQL and Oracle databases, with a particular focus on PostgreSQL
- Monitoring database performance, availability and capacity
- Performance tuning, query optimisation and troubleshooting
- Managing backups, restores and disaster recovery processes
- Supporting database upgrades, patching and maintenance activities
- Implementing and maintaining high-availability and replication solutions
- Managing database security, user access and compliance requirements
- Supporting Oracle to PostgreSQL migration and modernisation projects
- Working with development teams to improve database design and application performance
- Creating and maintaining technical documentation and operational procedures
- Participating in an on-call rota when required
Skills and Experience
We're interested in speaking with candidates who have:
- Strong PostgreSQL administration experience
- Experience supporting Oracle databases in a production environment
- Knowledge of high availability, replication and disaster recovery technologies
- Experience with database performance tuning and optimisation
- Solid understanding of backup and recovery strategies
- Experience working within Linux environments
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Good communication skills and the ability to work across technical teams
Desirable
- Experience with Oracle to PostgreSQL migration projects
- Exposure to AWS or Azure database services
- Experience with automation tools such as Terraform or Ansible
- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
- Experience with Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket or similar tools
- Understanding of warehouse, logistics or industrial software environments
What's on Offer
- Opportunity to join a business investing heavily in its technology platforms
- A mix of BAU support and project work
- Involvement in a significant database modernisation programme
- Flexible remote/hybrid working arrangements
- Supportive and collaborative technical team
- Long-term career development opportunities
Apply
If you're an experienced DBA with strong PostgreSQL skills and exposure to Oracle environments, we'd be interested in hearing from you. Get in touch for a confidential discussion or submit your application today.
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