A great opportunity for an experienced Database Manager to join a leading organisation within the FS domain. We're looking for a hands-on leader with a strong track record in managing enterprise-scale database environments, both on-prem and in the cloud.
Responsibilities
1. Lead and manage a team of database administrators and engineers, providing guidance and support.
2. Ensure the effective operation of database systems across on-prem and cloud environments.
3. Oversee database performance, optimization, and capacity planning.
4. Implement and maintain robust backup and recovery strategies.
5. Coordinate and manage database upgrades, patches, and migrations..
6. Stay abreast of emerging database technologies and evaluate their impact.
7. Support vendor relationships and manage relevant contracts.
8. Contribute to budgeting and resource planning for database initiatives.
Skills & Experience
9. 7+ years in database administration roles, including 3+ years in a leadership capacity
10. Strong experience with SQL Server and Oracle
11. Expert in SQL
12. In-depth knowledge of database security, high availability, and disaster recovery
13. Proven track record managing large-scale, enterprise database environments
14. Familiar with database design principles and data modeling
15. Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
16. Relevant degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Data Management, or similar
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