Are you an infrastructure-focused Database Administrator seeking an opportunity to develop your skills further? Do you want to work for an organisation in the midst of a significant digital transformation phase, with £10m invested in upgrading our digital landscape in 2023 alone?
Joining as part of the Platform Operations team and the wider Technology department as a Database Administrator, you will be responsible for the availability, stability, and performance of key databases. You will work with teams across the business to provide and maintain database solutions that are secure and scalable on a journey of accelerated growth.
This role provides a great opportunity to make a mark and drive a roadmap for the database estate going forward, in a team that its enthusiastic about the products and services it delivers.
In this Database Administrator role, you will be responsible for:
planning, testing, and implementing database installation.patching and upgrading the database estate.monitoring key database elements and alerting with implementation of required tooling.documenting. baselining, and reporting on the database environment.back-up and recovery planning, implementation, and testing.providing and implementing recommendations for performance and stability improvements.ensuring that the environment is secure and best practices are being adhered to.maintaining database systems and troubleshooting problems as they arise.supporting software developers with database related projects.liaising with the Platform Operations team to support planning in the areas of back-up & availability and capacity/storage.liaising with the Security teams to support visibility of security measures, assisting in security framework adoptions and auditing.If you have previous experience as a Database Administrator working with Microsoft SQL, SSIS, SSRS, T-SQL, and Windows OS, apply today and we will be in touch with the next steps towards your new career.
BenefitsA competitive basic salary + annual company bonusFlexible hybrid working model (two days home, three days office)Career development and promotional opportunities25 days holidays (increasing to 28 after 5 years of service)A 'Moments That Matter' day (annually)Enhanced Maternity / Paternity payHoliday buy and sell (up to 5 days per year)3 paid days charity leaveCompany events, socials, and incentives3x annual salary death in service benefitCompany pension schemeCostco membershipSalary sacrifice, company car schemeCycle to Work SchemeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeFree breakfast, fruit, and hot/cold beveragesReferral schemeEmployee discountEssential SkillsEducated to degree level (or equivalent) in a computer science, or related discipline.A minimum of 3 years' experience in a database administration role.Experienced in Microsoft SQL Server (2008-2019), SSIS/SSRS and T-SQL.Experience in database high-availability technologies such as 'Always-On'.Understanding of underlying Windows OS and associated technologies.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to build rapport and engage with all types of individuals to build and nurture relationshipsStrong problem-solving skills and a motivation to provide the best possible service to the user.Attention to detail with a focus on quality and continuous improvement.Self-motivated and focused on personal development.Keeps up to date on the latest industry best practice and trends.Desirable SkillsDatabase-related qualificationsExperience with cloud technology and/or migrations (e.g., DBaaS - preferably AWS / Azure SQL)Experience with other database technologies (e.g. MongoDB, Redis, RDS etc.)PowerShellAbout CompanyHere at Travel Counsellors, our customers, communities, and colleagues lie at the heart of everything that we do - and that's what makes us special. For us, relationships come before transactions, and we are there for our customers, connecting with them on a deeply human level through the moments that matter.
We've been changing lives for over 28 years as the leading travel marketplace for self-employed travel entrepreneurs, empowering over 1,900 global independent travel agents to run successful leisure and corporate travel businesses. We pride ourselves in remaining a company that truly cares and one that has never wavered from its purpose; to redefine what personal means for a travel business.
Our Travel Counsellors are supported by a team of over 250 super talented people in our support offices to help them create unique, inspiring, and exciting experiences for their customers, building lasting personal relationships that brings them back to us, time and time again.
Our unique approach within the workplace - as well as towards customers - has seen us receive numerous awards and accolades, including being named as The Best Place to Work in Travel at the 2022 TTG Travel Industry Awards, as well as being the first travel company to be awarded the Queen's Award for Enterprise in the Innovation category!
We are currently expanding at a phenomenal rate - on the back of what is our record year in terms of revenue (over £800m) and so are looking for like-minded individuals to join our dedicated Head Office team, to help the company continue to flourish.