Database Developer - Move into Management | £70k | Hybrid
Hybrid
Manchester, United Kingdom
£ 75,000 / year
Full Time
06-03-2025
Job Specifications
Senior Database Developer - Move into Management - Hybrid - To £75k
Are you a strong developer with a knack for database design, optimisation, and data migration? Do you want to move into a role which will involve coaching a team while driving high standards for performance, security, and availability? If so, this role could be your next big move!
Our client, a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation, is looking for an exceptional Database Developer to join them and look to take charge of their SQL and Postgres environments. This hybrid role offers a mix of remote flexibility and in-office collaboration.
What You'll Be Doing:
As the Database Team Lead, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring our client's database systems meet the high standards their customers expect.
You'll:
Lead, coach, and develop a team of skilled database administrators, supporting their growth and professional development.
Oversee the design, maintenance, and optimisation of SQL and Postgres database systems for maximum performance, availability, and security.
Establish and implement best practices for data integrity and confidentiality, ensuring compliance with ISO9001 standards.
Collaborate with development teams to fine-tune database queries and schema designs, driving innovation and efficiency.
Monitor and troubleshoot database performance, addressing issues to ensure reliability.
Stay ahead of the curve by evaluating emerging database technologies and recommending improvements.
Lead database migration and version upgrade projects with confidence and precision.
Deliver insightful reports on database performance, trends, and enhancements.
What Makes This Role Stand Out?
This isn't just about maintaining systems - it's about shaping them. You'll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and make a lasting impact in an organisation committed to excellence and progress.
What You'll Bring
We're looking for someone with:
Significant experience in Postgres and SQL database administration, including installation, configuration, and troubleshooting.
Proven success in database migrations and upgrades.
Mentoring experience - you will have acted as a mentor or lead before.
Familiarity with both Linux and Microsoft operating systems.
A solid understanding of database performance tuning, query optimisation, and indexing.
Agile and Prince 2 experience (essential).
Certifications in Microsoft SQL or PostgreSQL (a plus).
A problem-solving mindset and the ability to thrive under pressure.
What's on Offer?
Competitive salary (to £75k, with plans to increase this as you progress and develop) and benefits package.
Hybrid working (happy to dicuss upon application)
A collaborative, forward-thinking environment where your ideas are valued.
If you're passionate about leading a team and driving excellence in database management, then please send your CV in for immediate consideration.
Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law.
Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers.
By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
About the Company
Akkodis is a global digital engineering company and Smart Industry leader. We enable clients to advance in their digital transformation with Talent, Academy, Consulting, and Solutions services. Our 50,000 experts combine best-in-class technologies, R&D, and deep sector know-how for purposeful innovation. We are passionate about Engineering a Smarter Future Together. With a shared passion for technology and talent, 50,000 engineers and digital experts deliver deep cross-sector expertise in 30 countries across North America, ... Know more
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