About the Role
We’re looking for a junior to mid-level team member to join our supportive Data team. You’ll contribute to a variety of tasks including database administration, cloud platform support, systems implementation, data analysis, performance optimisation, backup and recovery, and Infrastructure as Code.
This role is hybrid, with some office attendance required. After training, you’ll participate in a paid on-call rota to support our 24/7 systems.
Responsibilities
1. Collaborate with experienced engineers to investigate and resolve technical issues.
2. Analyse and document requirements for new and existing systems.
3. Support and improve system architecture and design.
4. Explore and test new technologies that meet business needs.
5. Work closely with technical teams and stakeholders across the business.
6. Deliver high-quality work independently and as part of a team.
Requirements
7. Effective communication skills.
8. Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g. AWS).
9. Understanding of database systems (e.g. MySQL, Aurora), including monitoring and performance tuning.
10. Interest in non-relational data platforms (e.g. S3, flat files).
11. Basic knowledge of Linux systems and programming experience (ideally Python).
12. Exposure to container technologies (e.g. Docker).
13. Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (e.g. Ansible, Terraform) and version control (e.g. Git).
14. A proactive approach to troubleshooting and problem-solving and awareness of security principles and their application in platform design.
Working for you
15. Generous holiday allowance with the option to buy additional days
16. Health screening, eye care vouchers and private medical benefits
17. Wellbeing programs
18. Life assurance
19. Access to a competitive contributory pension scheme
20. Save As You Earn share option scheme
21. Travel Season ticket loan
22. Electric Vehicle Scheme
23. Maternity, paternity and shared parental leave
24. Employee Assistance Programme
25. Access to emergency care for both the elderly and children
26. RECARES days, giving you time to support the charities and causes that matter to you
27. Access to employee resource groups with dedicated time to volunteer
28. Access to extensive learning and development resources
29. Access to employee discounts scheme via Perks at Work