Senior Database & Web Platform Engineer - Birmingham
VIQU is partnering with a leading global law firm to recruit a Senior Database & Web Platform Engineer. This is a senior technical role within the firm's Core Services/Information Infrastructure function, offering technical ownership of critical database, web and identity platforms that underpin global legal and business operations.
This is an excellent opportunity to work in a complex, enterprise-scale environment, combining hands-on technical delivery with platform ownership, service improvement and technical leadership.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide third-line support for high-profile, business-critical legal and information systems
* Own and manage the global database and web platform estate, including SQL Server, SharePoint, Web, Azure Cloud Services, SSO and Identity Management
* Ensure platform architecture, resilience, performance and security meet agreed service level targets
* Lead and deliver platform upgrades, deployments and code releases in line with formal change processes
* Carry out deep-dive technical troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex escalations
* Proactively monitor and optimise platforms in line with Microsoft best-practice guidelines
* Act as a senior technical SME, providing guidance to internal teams and third-party vendors
* Drive technology innovation and continuous improvement across database and web platforms
* Produce and maintain technical documentation, standards and knowledge articles
* Participate in an on‑call rota as part of the Information Infrastructure team
Key Requirements
* Proven experience in a senior or lead-level role supporting enterprise database and web platforms
* Strong hands‑on experience with Microsoft SQL Server, including administration, performance tuning and HA/DR
* Experience supporting SharePoint (on‑prem and/or online) and web hosting platforms
* Experience working with Azure Cloud Services in a production environment
* Knowledge of SSO and Identity Management solutions
* Proven third‑line support and escalation experience
* Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly
* Experience working within structured IT environments with formal change and service management
If this sounds of interest, please get in touch: Phoebe Rees. Know someone suitable? You can earn up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (T&Cs apply).
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