NEC Software Solutions (NECSWS) is hiring an Oracle & SQL Server Database Administrator to join a team delivering critical database and application services to our Local Government, Health, and Digital clients. You will be responsible for providing a high-quality Incident, Change, and Problem Management service for a large portfolio of hosted services.
What You'll Do
- Provide database and application administration and support as required.
- Manage Oracle, SQL Server, and Postgres databases, including setup, performance tuning, backup, and recovery.
- Administer applications, providing upgrades and support services.
- Produce standard documentation and operational procedures.
- Conduct problem management to identify and eliminate repeat incidents.
- Ensure compliance with all NEC quality standards.
- Be available for an on-call structure, covering out-of-hours and some weekend work (standby 1 week in every 4).
What We're Looking For
- Hands-on experience with Oracle 19c+ and SQL Server 2019+ administration, upgrades, and performance tuning.
- Proven ability to provide application services, upgrades, and administration.
- A solid understanding of platform technology.
- Eligibility for NPPV and Security Clearance.
- Strong interpersonal and team skills.
- An analytical, organised, flexible, and adaptable mindset focused on providing excellent service.
- Good communication and client-facing customer service skills.
- Stress tolerance and self-motivation.
Nice to Have
- Experience with Postgres 11+.
- Oracle, SQL Server, or Postgres professional accreditation.
- Skills in UNIX scripting.
- ITIL Practitioner certification.
- Technical awareness of technologies outside your immediate remit.
- Familiarity with local government back-office applications.
Technical Stack
- Oracle 19c+
- SQL Server 2019+
- Postgres 11+
- UNIX scripting
Team & Environment
You will be part of a team responsible for providing Database and Application services, managing associated third parties, and supporting a wide variety of clients.
Benefits & Compensation
- Private Medical Cover funded by NEC for Employees (with the option to add family members).
- 25 days paid holiday with the option to buy/sell.
- 4 x basic salary life assurance cover funded by NEC (with the option to increase).
- A Group Pension Plan with employer contributions up to a maximum of 8.5%.
- A selection of flexible benefits to suit your individual needs.
Work Mode
This is a hybrid position based in the UK.
NEC Software Solutions is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all communities.
