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Requirements
Must:
- Strong SQL skills and experience with at least one major RDBMS (e.g., SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Oracle) and cloud equivalents (e.g., Azure SQL, Snowflake)
- Experience with ETL/ELT tooling (e.g., SSIS, dbt, Azure Data Factory) and data pipeline design
- Understanding of data modelling principles (normalisation, dimensional modelling/star schema for data warehousing)
- Experience of diagnosing and resolving database performance issues
- Familiarity with database security practices and data protection legislation (GDPR)
- Experience defining and testing backup/recovery procedures against defined RTO/RPO targets
- Proven track record of delivering solutions and new database systems
- Proven experience analysing and tuning slow-running queries using execution plans, query profilers, and index analysis tools
- Familiarity with query rewrite techniques and understanding of query optimiser behaviour across at least one major RDBMS (preferably SQL Server)
- Willingness to lead key processes across Isio from a DBA perspective
- Ability to define and baseline performance KPIs (query response times, wait statistics, lock contention, CPU/IO utilisation) and set alerting thresholds
- Experience tracking database growth trends and translating them into storage and compute capacity plans
- Experience of leading project work
- Excellent communication (verbal and written) and good interpersonal skills
- Excellent planning & organisational skills
- Management of key stakeholders at all levels in a typical corporate environment
- Strong analytical skills and creative approach to getting work delivered
- Willingness to identify and overcome barriers to delivery of work
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement Isios DBA strategy
- Work with relevant stakeholders
- Own and maintain the database architecture for Isios data warehouses and connected operational systems, including schema design, indexing strategy and query optimisation
- Manage operational and technical responsibility for the data systems
- Define and enforce database backup schedules, test restore procedures and maintain RPO/RTO targets aligned to ISO22301 obligations
- Work closely with Infrastructure team to implement and audit database security controls including RBAC, encryption at rest/in transit, privileged access management, and audit logging
- Own the ETL/ELT pipeline architecture connecting source systems to the data warehouse, including data quality validation and error handling
- Develop and implement routines to maintain database health
- Monitor database performance, capacity, and availability; proactively address bottlenecks and plan for data growth
- Manage database change control processes, including schema version control and change-freeze enforcement across systems
- Collaborate with data and solution architects providing technical expertise and design leadership for the delivery of data solutions
- Ensure work is delivered on time and on budget
- Liaise with stakeholders from across Isio to ensure Data systems deliver solutions which are fit for purpose
- Work with Technology, Finance, HR, and Marketing leadership to ensure that systems have the required resources and training to deliver quality solutions
- Develop & own KPIs for Isios data systems and work undertaken on them
- Work within the wider governance framework to ensure a consistent approach and documentation of all work delivery
- Participate in a culture of continuous improvement within Technology and enhance understanding of Isios systems
- Own tickets relating to data systems and strive to improve the functionality of the system for better self-service
- Document standards and processes for each of Isios data systems
- Play an active role in the delivery of work through coding and configuration of Isios data systems
- Work with Data Architects to ensure data systems are built on effective infrastructure and follow Isios best practices
Description
At Isio, we are a dedicated team committed to providing exceptional data solutions and support. Our role as a Database Administrator is vital for our central data warehouse strategies. We operate in a dynamic environment with offices in Birmingham, Manchester, and Belfast, supporting a hybrid working style. We believe in fostering an inclusive, equitable, and diverse workplace where all colleagues feel they belong. We offer a flexible approach to work, prioritizing work-life balance, and are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all qualified candidates.
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