2931 – Junior Database Administrator

Name: Yep Digital
Price range: $

Reference:: 2931

Posted on: 23 October 2026

A growing data and technology team is looking for a Database Administrator to support the day-to-day operation, maintenance and continuous improvement of a large enterprise database estate. This role would suit someone with solid Microsoft SQL Server experience who enjoys hands-on database administration, troubleshooting technical issues, and working closely with application, infrastructure and data teams. You'll join an established database function where you'll help maintain a stable, secure and high-performing environment while contributing to ongoing improvement and optimisation initiatives.

📍 Location: Aberdeen or London with regular weekly attendance ideally preferred, but flexibility allowing for ad hoc on-site attendance will be considered for the right candidate

🔁Contract Type: Contract

💼Contractors: Competitive day rate available for suitable candidates

The Person

You'll be a hands-on database professional who enjoys investigating issues, improving processes and working collaboratively across technical teams. Equally comfortable supporting BAU operations and contributing to continuous improvement, you'll bring a proactive approach and a desire to help maintain a robust and reliable database estate.

What you’ll do

Support the administration and maintenance of Microsoft SQL Server databases
Monitor database health, availability, performance and capacity
Investigate and resolve database incidents, service requests and operational issues
Perform backup, restore and recovery activities
Support database patching, upgrades and routine maintenance
Troubleshoot SQL performance issues, including long-running queries, blocking and resource utilisation
Manage database security, user access and permissions
Assist with database deployments and environment changes
Maintain technical documentation, operational procedures and support records
Identify opportunities to improve and automate repetitive DBA activities
Collaborate with application, infrastructure and data teams to resolve technical issues
Escalate complex issues appropriately while contributing to their resolution

What to bring

Essential

Practical experience administering Microsoft SQL Server environments
Strong SQL and T-SQL knowledge
Good understanding of core database administration principles
Experience with database backup, restore and recovery processes
SQL Server performance troubleshooting experience
Understanding of database security, user management and permissions
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Good communication and documentation skills
Experience working within structured operational processes including incidents, changes and service requests

Desirable

Azure SQL Database and/or Azure SQL Managed Instance experience
SQL Server Always On or other high-availability technologies
Experience using database monitoring and performance management tools
PowerShell or scripting/automation experience
Azure DevOps or CI/CD pipeline exposure
Microsoft Azure knowledge
Experience working within enterprise data platform environments
Oracle database exposure

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Since our beginnings as a managed IT services provider, prosource.it has grown alongside the organisations we support, adapting to changing technologies and business needs. Today, we deliver a broad range of technology and business services that help clients plan, implement and embrace change successfully.

While technology is at the heart of what we do, we know that delivering lasting value takes more than technical expertise alone. By combining innovative thinking with practical experience and strong client partnerships, we help organisations realise the full potential of their technology investments. From adopting emerging technologies and delivering complex transformation programmes to improving day-to-day operations, we focus on achieving outcomes that make a measurable difference. As technology continues to evolve, we're committed to staying at the forefront of change, helping our clients embrace new opportunities and shape what's next.

We've built our reputation on being knowledgeable, approachable and easy to work with. Our people bring a wealth of skills and experience, united by a shared commitment to doing the right thing for our customers. With a culture built on teamwork, accountability and trust, our people are empowered to work in a way that makes a meaningful impact.

If you're looking for a role where you can make a difference, develop professionally and be part of a team that's helping organisations navigate an ever-changing technology landscape, we'd love to hear from you.

How to Apply

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