Overview
Exciting things are happening within the Digital Services Team at Derbyshire County Council and we’re looking for an Infrastructure Engineer (Databases) to join our team. This role will be pivotal in delivering our transformation programme as a key post within Digital Services Operations, providing technical leadership across services.
Closing date: 02 November 2025
Key Responsibilities
* Microsoft SQL Server (2016, 2019, 2022), SAP HANA, Sybase and MySQL databases delivering performant, secure and resilient database services.
* Work with stakeholders to manage and maintain the Council’s Power BI and PowerApps platform.
* Microsoft Azure cloud compute and networking.
* On‑premise compute and virtual infrastructure.
* Carry out 3rd line support and maintenance activities to ensure Operations services deliver to agreed standards and levels.
* Monitor database performance, identify and remediate database issues.
* Develop and maintain ETL processes using SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS).
* Create and manage High Availability (HA) options for SQL Server (Availability Groups and SQL Cluster).
* Upgrade and apply security updates to SQL servers.
* Support the council’s database services on‑premise and in its Microsoft Azure tenant.
* Migrate on‑premise databases to Cloud Infrastructure.
* Act as a technical specialist or lead expert in the Digital Services Operations function, providing professional expertise and knowledge to proactive and agile database services.
* Work closely with service stakeholders to identify and develop solutions to meet business requirements.
* SQL backups and recovery.
* Champion new ways of working, innovation and flexibility and forward planning.
Qualifications
* Technical knowledge and administrative experience of either Microsoft SQL Server (2016, 2019, 2022) or SAP HANA. Experience with other database technologies such as MySQL, Sybase, Influx, Graphite, Postgres and Azure Cosmos DB are advantageous but not essential.
* System Administrator experience in at least one of the following Operating Systems:
o Microsoft Windows Server 2012 / 2016 / 2019 / 2022
o SUSE Linux Enterprise Server
o Ubuntu Server
o CentOS
o Red Hat
* Scripting experience in T‑SQL and either PowerShell or Bash.
* Technical knowledge and practical experience in backup, restore and disaster recovery using an enterprise backup solution such as CommVault or VeeamOne backup and recovery.
* Experience of using Power BI/Power Query/DAX, managing On‑premise Data Gateway and experience with database and server monitoring tools such as Solarwinds, System Center Operations Manager and IDERA.
* Confident, effective communicator.
* Proven experience of driving change and improving the delivery of services.
* High level of communication and presentation skills both oral and written with the ability to advise on complex technical issues to non‑technical audiences.
Benefits
* 27 days of annual leave plus another 5 once you reach 5 years of continuous service
* Flexi time, allowing up to an additional 2 days of leave per month
* Generous local government pension scheme
* Guaranteed incremental annual pay increases
* Cycle to work scheme
* A supportive working environment
* Commitment and investment in your continuing professional development.
* Discounts at selected county leisure centres
* and much more!
How to Apply
We are accepting CVs for this position so it’s easier than ever to apply! Just click on “Apply for this job”, register and upload your CV and Supporting Statement.
In the supporting document, please highlight your experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining complex database systems that delivers optimal performance, redundancy, scalability, and high availability. Be sure to include the number of years you've worked as a database administrator and detail the contributions you've made to digital transformation initiatives within your organization.
If you would like to discuss the role further, please contact Nathan.nicholson@derbyshire.gov.uk.
All candidates must be able to provide proof of right to work in the UK.
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