Database Administrator Jobs in United Kingdom
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Search Database Administrator JobsAbout Database Administrator Roles
Database Administrators ensure data is stored securely, remains accessible, and performs efficiently. UK organisations processing sensitive data in finance, healthcare, and government particularly value DBA expertise. The role combines technical database skills with understanding of data governance and compliance requirements. As data volumes grow exponentially, experienced DBAs remain essential despite the rise of managed database services.
Typical Salary Range
£38,000 - £70,000
Demand: Steady
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain databases
- Optimise query performance and database efficiency
- Implement backup and recovery procedures
- Ensure data security and compliance
- Plan capacity and manage database growth
Essential Skills
SQL Server/PostgreSQL/OracleQuery optimisationBackup and recoverySecurityPerformance tuningHigh availability
Career Progression
Junior DBA → Database Administrator → Senior DBA → Database Architect → Data Platform Lead
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