Whitehall Resources currently require a SQL DBA to work with a key client based in Manchester
**Please note this role falls INSIDE IR35 and will require 3 days onsite in Manchester weekly**
Role Description:
Experienced SQL Server DBA responsible for the design, administration, optimisation, and support of mission-critical database platforms within a regulated financial services environment. Ensures high availability, performance, security, and compliance across production systems.
Key Responsibilities
* Administer and support Microsoft SQL Server environments (on-prem and cloud/Azure)
* Manage installation, configuration, patching, and upgrades of SQL Server instances [Robert Mas...l Engineer | Word]
* Monitor database performance and carry out tuning, optimisation, and capacity planning [Robert Mas...l Engineer | Word]
* Implement and maintain high availability and disaster recovery solutions (e.g. Always On, clustering, backups)
* Troubleshoot and resolve production issues, ensuring minimal downtime and service impact [Robert Mas...l Engineer | PDF]
* Design and maintain backup, recovery, and maintenance strategies
* Support database migrations, upgrades, and cloud transformations (e.g. Azure) [Robert Mas...l Engineer | Word]
* Ensure compliance with regulatory, security, and data governance requirements (e.g. GDPR) [Robert Mas...l Engineer | Word]
* Collaborate with development, infrastructure, and DevOps teams to support application delivery
Required Skills & Experience
* Strong hands-on experience with SQL Server (2016–2022)
* Proven experience in performance tuning, troubleshooting, and production support
* Experience with HA/DR technologies (Always On, failover clustering, log shipping)
* Knowledge of Azure SQL / cloud database platforms
* Proficiency in T-SQL scripting, monitoring tools, and automation
* Experience working within financial services or other regulated environments
* Understanding of data security, audit, and compliance controls
* Experience with DevOps tooling / CI-CD integration
* Exposure to SSIS, SSRS, SSAS or data migration frameworks
* Knowledge of data warehousing or large-scale transaction systems
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