Database & Infrastructure Engineer
Office Based
The Opportunity
Our client is a specialist in the design and delivery of advanced security technologies. In an era where digital and physical threats are constantly evolving, they provide the mission-critical infrastructure that keeps global organizations safe.
They are looking for a versatile Database and Infrastructure Engineer to join their UK headquarters. This is a rare "hybrid" role where you will bridge the gap between Database Administration (DBA) and Systems Engineering. You will be responsible for the heartbeat of their customer platforms—ensuring 24/7 availability for systems that truly matter.
The Role: Secure Today. Protect Tomorrow.
Working from a rural, high-tech site near Northampton, you will manage a complex ecosystem of SQL and NoSQL environments, virtualization, and networking. This isn't just a "maintenance" role; you will be optimizing performance, designing resilient architectures, and occasionally traveling internationally to support high-stakes customer deployments.
Key Responsibilities:
* Database Mastery: Performance-tuning and maintaining Microsoft SQL Server (Availability Groups/Replication) and MySQL (Galera Clusters).
* Infrastructure Resilience: Configuring firewalls, VPNs, and networking to ensure seamless, secure connectivity.
* Virtualization: Managing vCenter and vSphere environments to host mission-critical applications.
* Global Impact: Providing technical expertise for internal systems and traveling abroad to ensure successful client installations.
* Best Practice: Documenting processes to maintain a standard of excellence across all deployments.
What We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate is a pragmatic problem-solver who enjoys the variety of managing both data and the tin it sits on.
Essential Experience:
* Strong proficiency in Microsoft SQL Server and preferably MySQL.
* Experience with High Availability environments (Clusters, Replication, Galera).
* Solid understanding of Networking & Security (Firewalls, VPN configuration).
* Hands-on experience with VMware (vSphere/vCenter).
* A full UK driving license (due to the rural office location).
Nice to Have" Skills:
* Exposure to Neo4J or Cloud Technologies.
* Knowledge of Linux (Ubuntu) and Active Directory.
* Interest in IoT protocols (MQTT, LoRaWAN) or IP Camera systems.
* Experience delivering technical training to non-technical users.
Why Join This Team?
This is an environment where innovation is rewarded and "initiative" isn't just a buzzword.
* Reward: Competitive salary plus a Class-A share reward scheme for exceptional contributors.
* Growth: Structured mentoring and a clear path into broader Cyber Security or Lead Infrastructure roles.
* Culture: A collaborative, open-door environment where your voice is heard.
* Purpose: Work on market-leading products that have a genuine real-world impact on global security.
Apply Now
If you are an organized, clear communicator looking for a role with more variety and responsibility than a standard DBA or SysAdmin position, we want to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Employee stock ownership plan
* Financial planning services
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking