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Cloud Database Administrator (12 month FTC)
London/Hybrid
Up to £67,000 per annum + generous benefits package

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a global organisation within the insurance industry, famed for their diverse workforce and superb office culture.

As the new Cloud Database Administrator, you will be part of a migration from an on-prem DWH to the Cloud. You will be responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, and performance optimization of company cloud-based database systems.

Main Duties will include:

• Collaborating with data engineers, developers and data architects to design and implement scalable and efficient database solutions in the cloud.
• Working with a Data Architect to manage the migration efforts to migrate the company's on-prem DWH to the cloud.
• Performing routine database administration tasks, including backups (where needed), restores, and monitoring.
• Evaluating and monitoring the performance of the cloud data lake system.
• Identifying and resolving performance bottlenecks and ensuring optimal database performance.
• Conducting regular performance tuning and optimization activities.
• Implementing and enforcing security policies to safeguard sensitive data.
• Setting up of new users, SSO setup, SCIM provisioning.
• Ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations related to database management.
• Proactively identifying and resolving database-related issues.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve database-related problems.
• Developing and maintaining automation scripts for routine database tasks.
• Implementing automation solutions for monitoring and alerting.
• Maintaining up-to-date documentation for database configurations, procedures, and best practices.
• Providing training and support for other team members as needed.
• Contributing to the Cloud Data Lake SharePoint page and building internal content

Essential Skills Required:

• Proven experience as a Database Administrator, with a solid track record and focus on cloud-based environments.
• Strong knowledge of Snowflake.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• SQL Server and Microsoft stack.
• Strong stakeholder management skills
• Data Lake experience
• Proficiency in database performance tuning and optimization.
• Familiarity with database security best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

This represents an amazing opportunity for an experienced Cloud Database Administrator. One who is able to bring to the table, a proactive and collaborative approach to problem-solving.

If you are interested, please apply for full details.