Junior DBA

About the CDS Data Team

We create and implement data services that focus on value and make a difference in people’s lives. We work on projects that fit with the CDS core values of making a positive difference, and we are proud of the solutions that we deliver.

We differentiate ourselves by utilising other capabilities within CDS such as Behavioural Research, UX/UI Design & Infrastructure services to complement our approach and can offer our customers a unique and compelling service.

Our Hybrid working model is centred around a team delivery approach; meaning our people come first. Whether it’s the school run, Tuesday night football or Thursday choir practice, as long as it works for the team, we’ll support you. We believe it’s more important what we do with our working hours than when we do them, and limited site visits enable us to adopt a flexible working approach that works for everyone.

About the role

The Junior DBA reports to the Data Services Director and has responsibility for working with the Data Assurance and Engineering Lead for the planning, performance, integrity and security of all SQL server databases within CDS. The role covers the support and improvement of production databases and the provision and setup of non-live environments.

We are looking for someone who wants to learn and has the determination to improve themselves and be able to contribute to the wider data services team through gaining greater knowledge in data disciplines.

This is an internally facing role with no initial requirement for customer-facing time.

Responsibilities

We are looking for someone who will...

• Install and configure new SQL Server instances
• Deploy database change scripts
• When performance issues arise, determine the most effective way to increase performance
• Tune SQL queries to improve performance
• Configure SQL Server monitoring utilities
• Monitor servers and databases for resource capacity and management
• Monitor for a successful scheduled job running
• Respond to server/database alert notifications
• Control security and access to production environments

Requirements

• Information Systems / Computing or other relevant degrees
• Ability to demonstrate a working knowledge of MS SQL Server platform on Azure and SQL/T-SQL query language
• Understanding of the basic requirements of a DBA role
• Experience working with OLTP and OLAP database concepts

It would also be beneficial, but not essential to be/have…

• Knowledge of programming concepts
• Familiarity with BI and associated tools

Vetting

Due to the nature of this role and the business, you will need to either currently hold UK Government clearance to a minimum of SC level or be able to undergo and maintain this level of clearance.

In return

• Attractive base salary.
• 25 days holiday + public holidays.
• Company pension and life assurance scheme.
• Medicash health plan – online GP access, support services & discounted gym membership.
• Complimentary fruit, coffee, tea, and Friday drinks at the office.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Season pass loan for rail & bus travel.
• A business focused on professional development and personal growth opportunities.
• Smart, engaged co-workers and a culture of inclusion, innovation, and opportunity.

About CDS

CDS is an agency that enables strategic change in organisations. We help clients create, develop, and deliver better services to meet the evolving needs of customers, employees and citizens.

Our experts specialise in technical enablement, operational transformation, experience transformation and business process outsourcing. We improve outcomes by resolving complex insight, digital, data, technology and print challenges.

Consequently, many of the largest, most complex organisations trust CDS to provide solutions that improve health, wealth and safety in the UK. For example:

• Digitally transforming the ability to report crime online for UK police forces.
• Building a new digital platform for the regulator Social Work England.
• Providing behavioural analysis and insight to drive EE's evolving digital and customer service offering and delivering marketing and operational print management services to the Ministry of Defence

Our clients include National Rail Enquiries, the Cabinet Office, Bank of England, Open University and Insight Investments. We also work with global brands, including Coca Cola, McDonald’s and Microsoft.

Together with our parent company, Bailie Group, CDS is positioned as a leader in enabling change. We are a multi-award-winning agency recognised by the industries we serve and our peers for our innovations and contributions that truly make a positive difference.

Our inclusive culture

CDS positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. We foster an inclusive culture that enables everyone to achieve their full potential and enjoy a fulfilling career with us.