Database Administrator

This role will work with the System Administrators, Data Architects and Development team to ensure that data solutions and their associated processes are working as effectively as possible. This role will play a key role in defining and implementing the Isio’s strategy for its key central data warehouse solutions.

The role will sit as part of the Development team and will work closely with stakeholders from across Isio with a particular focus on working with the Administration Systems Team

This role will ideally work from our Birmingham city centre office with a hybrid workstyle, but we can consider other Isio locations for the right candidate.

What does the role entail?

• Develop and implement Isio’s DBA strategy. Working with relevant stakeholders.
• Own and maintain the database architecture for Isio's data warehouses and connected operational systems, including schema design, indexing strategy and query optimisation.
• Operational and technical responsibility for the data systems.
• Define and enforce database backup schedules, test restore procedures and maintain RPO/RTO targets aligned to ISO22301 obligations.
• Work closely with Infrastructure team to Implement and audit database security controls including RBAC, encryption at rest/in transit, privileged access management, and audit logging, in support of ISO27001 compliance.
• Own the ETL/ELT pipeline architecture connecting source systems to the data warehouse, including data quality validation and error handling.
• Develop and implement routines to maintain database health.
• Monitor database performance, capacity, and availability; proactively address bottlenecks and plan for data growth.
• Manage database change control processes, including schema version control and change-freeze enforcement across systems.
• Work closely with data and solution architects providing technical expertise and design leadership for the delivery of data solutions.
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