We’re looking for a highly skilled Senior Database Developer to join our dynamic Database team. This opportunity offers the chance to be part of a forward-thinking team where their expertise will directly impact our data strategy and business success. We value innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.
The key part of this role is to support our strategic data goals, ensuring system resilience and performance, and building secure, scalable database architectures.
Job Title
Senior Database Developer
Location
Liverpool City Centre on a hybrid working basis
Working Hours
37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5:30pm
Responsibilities
* Design and maintain robust database solutions across Azure VM and cloud environments
* Develop and support MI and DWH systems using Azure Synapse/Sharedo and related tools
* Enforce best practices in SQL development and source control
* Ensure data security, access control, and audit compliance
* Collaborate across departments to deliver and support production systems
Qualifications
* Strong expertise in SQL Server Management Studio, SSIS, Azure Data Factory, Visual Studio
* Solid experience with DWH, SSRS, Power BI, Git repositories
* Proven ability to manage secure, high-performance database environments
* Excellent communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills
* A passion for continuous learning and innovation
Benefits and Culture
* Modern tech stack and a strong culture of engineering excellence
* Career progression into senior leadership or architecture
* Supportive environment with clear standards and plenty of opportunity to innovate
* Hybrid working options to support work‑life balance and individual needs
* Flexible benefits, including early access to salary via our internal platform
* 24/7 mental health support & free counselling available
* A maximum of 35 days’ holiday (depending on role and tenure) including bank holidays, with additional buy/sell options
Grow with Acorn
At Acorn Insurance, we’re proud of our Liverpool roots—and even prouder of how far we’ve come. Over 40 years of specialist insurance expertise and 1,700+ people across the UK.
We’re Looking Forward
If you’re looking for a company with a strong culture, real career progression, and a people‑first approach— all rooted in the heart of Liverpool— Grow with Acorn.
A Few Things to Know Before You Apply
We’re really excited that you’re considering joining Acorn! To help everything go smoothly, here are a couple of things to keep in mind:
If your application is successful, we will commence relevant employment checks prior to you commencing employment with us. These will include a standard criminal record check and an insolvency register check.
🌍 Visa Requirements Because our training is quite comprehensive, we can only consider applicants who have at least one year remaining on their Graduate or Post‑Study Work visa. At the moment, we’re not able to offer visa sponsorship.
💬 We’re here to support you. We’re committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where everyone can flourish. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process—or once you’re part of the team—just let us know. Whether it’s flexible hours, adapted equipment, or a bit of extra support, we’ll work with you to make sure you can do your best work.
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