Salary: £45,600 - 51,480 per year Requirements: Proven experience as a Database Administrator Strong knowledge of Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, or similar Experience in performance tuning, backup & recovery, and database security Responsibilities: Install, configure and maintain DBMS platforms Monitor performance and optimise database operations Troubleshoot and resolve database incidents Manage backups and recovery processes Implement and maintain database security controls Manage user access, roles and privileges Design and optimise database structures and queries Perform performance tuning and capacity planning Define and enforce data standards and best practice Provide technical support and guidance Produce documentation and performance reports Technologies: Support MySQL Oracle PostgreSQL SQL Security More: We are looking for an experienced Database Administrator (DBA) to join our secure data environment within Platform Services in Telford. This is a hands-on role focused on maintaining the performance, integrity, availability, and security of our enterprise database systems that support critical services. Our environment is highly secure and delivery-focused, and we offer a hybrid work model requiring 2 days per week in the office. We value inclusivity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. last updated 8 week of 2026