SQL Server DBA

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SQL Server DBA

A wonderful SQL Server DBA opportunity within a growing Investment Bank has been created to work on their expansion of their SQL Server Database technology platform, with you having ownership of over 300 - 400 hundred SQL Server Databases and over 40 Servers. On a daily basis as a SQL Server DBA within the group you will have the challenge of working on a number of exciting projects (one of them being involved as a DBA in the build out of a completely new Data Warehouse) as well as getting your hands dirty carrying out hard-core SQL Server Database Administration being responsible for the following:

SQL Server Database Installation and back-up and recoveries.

SQL Server Database migrations and upgrades.

Work on both new and older versions of SQL Server including some 2005 Databases and many others of newer databases including SQL Server 2008R2/2012 and some SQL Server 2014 using an array of features including SQL Server AlwaysOn.

Carrying out SQL Server Database Replication in a high availability and highly replicated environment. Getting involved in the technology strategy working with senior stakeholders across technology.

All you need to be considered for this position are the following skills: Experience as a SQL Server DBA working within financial services. Experience carrying out Database replication, installations, migrations and upgrades. Experience with SQL Server Always-On or at least a good understanding of what it is. This Boutique Investment Bank (300 staff globally) based in the city of London are financially backed by one of the largest Investment Banks in the World, although they operate completely separately allowing a fluid operating model and the ability for their staff to make real changes They have grown every year since inception and have out-performed their competitors. The working hours you would be expected to carry out would be 8-5 and they encourage flexible working and promote work-life balance, many employees have children and are given all the benefits required to meet their work and life based needs simultaneously. As a valued member working within technology you will get a generous holiday entitlement (25 days) a superb pension (15% non-contributory) and a competitive bonus, although not written into your contract, you would ideally expect to earn between 20-30% on top of your base salary.

If you think the above may interest you, please do not hesitate to apply. Best Regards,

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