Overview

Our long term client is a market-leading UK-based technology client that provides cutting-edge security and intelligence solutions to government agencies worldwide. They are now looking to expand their team by hiring a talented and motivated Database Infrastructure Engineer. This is a fantastic opportunity for a professional who is not only skilled in database management but also has a broad knowledge of wider IT infrastructure.

You will be joining a close-knit, collaborative team where innovation is at the heart of their culture. My client prides itself on creating a supportive environment where employees are valued and encouraged to grow, offering a competitive salary, a Class-A share reward scheme, and extensive professional development opportunities.

The Role

You will play a critical role in maintaining and optimising the company's IT infrastructure, ensuring a secure and stable environment for both internal systems and remote customer platforms.

Key Responsibilities

* Building, maintaining, and performance-tuning databases (Microsoft MSSQL, MySQL) that operate 24/7.

* Implementing and managing high availability and replication solutions (Availability Groups, Galera Clusters) to ensure continuous operation.

* Monitoring and managing backups and disaster recovery plans.

* Configuring and maintaining firewall, networking, and VPN solutions.

* Working with virtualisation technologies (vCenter, vSphere).

* Occasional foreign travel to customer sites.

Your Profile

The ideal candidate will be a pragmatic, organised and a clear communicator, as this role will involve occasional customer-facing interactions. You will have a broad knowledge base, an eagerness to learn, and the ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively.

Essential Skills

* Strong experience with Microsoft SQL Server, including Availability Groups and Replication.

* Proven experience with MySQL, particularly Galera Clusters.

* Expertise in database design and performance tuning.

* Hands-on experience with firewall, networking, and VPN configuration.

* Familiarity with virtualisation, vCenter, and vSphere.

Desirable Skills

* Experience with Neo4J Graph Database and cloud technologies.

* Knowledge of Linux and Ubuntu operating systems.

* Experience with Active Directory administration.

* Familiarity with IoT protocols (MQTT, LoRaWAN) and hardware (servers, desktops, mobile phones).

* Ability to document methods and procedures

This is a permanent position with a highly competitive salary. If you're a skilled Database Infrastructure Engineer looking for a new challenge with a company that truly invests in its people and offers excellent career progression, please get in touch