Indra Group UK & Ireland
Database Administrator
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Database Administrator
Database Administrator – 12 Month Fixed-Term Contract
About Indra
Indra is one of the leading global technology and consulting companies, serving as the technological partner for core business operations of its customers worldwide. Key strengths include:
- Proprietary solutions for Transport and Defence markets
- Market-leading consultancy in Digital Transformation and Information Technologies in Spain and Latin America (via Minsait)
- Business model focused on high-value, innovative solutions
- 2024 Financial Year:
- Revenue: €5.5 billion
- Employees: 60,000+
- Global presence: 46 local countries | Operations in 140+ countries
Indra operates on four core values:
- Innovation: Cutting-edge solutions and specialised teams driving a safer, more connected future
- Trust: Reliability in delivering solutions for customers, employees, partners, investors, and society
- Connection: Collaboration, adaptability, and customer-centric problem-solving
- Foresight: Anticipating needs to build a better, safer, and more connected world
About the Role
Indra seeks a Database Administrator to join the IT Operations team, focusing on the administration, support, and optimisation of business-critical database platforms across transport and ticketing services.
This role ensures: ✔ Availability, performance, security, and resilience of database environments ✔ Support for business continuity and system optimisation ✔ Reliable delivery of customer-facing services
The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with application development, infrastructure, security, and operations teams to uphold operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Database Administration & Support
- Administer, maintain, and support business-critical SQL Server environments and associated test/development systems
- Ensure high availability and performance of mission-critical database platforms
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Optimisation & Automation
- Monitor database performance to implement tuning, optimisation, and automation
- Streamline data flows and integrations between business systems
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Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity
- Manage backup, recovery, and disaster recovery processes
- Participate in planning, testing, and execution of business continuity exercises
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Troubleshooting & Incident Management
- Proactively monitor production and test environments to address potential issues
- Investigate and resolve complex technical incidents with subject-matter expertise
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Security & Compliance
- Implement database security, user administration, and access controls
- Disseminate findings to audits and compliance stakeholders
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Collaboration & On-Call
- Contribute to on-call rotas for out-of-hours incident handling
- Support broader IT and business initiatives as needed
Requirements
Essential
Qualifications
- Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field or equivalent professional experience
- Microsoft SQL Server certification (e.g., MCTS or equivalent)
- Formal training in Database Administration
Experience
- Supporting business-critical IT systems in 24/7 operational environments
- Administering Microsoft SQL Server environments
- Working with relational databases (e.g., SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL)
- Developing/supporting Transact-SQL scripts, stored procedures, and database processes
- Implementing backup, recovery, disaster recovery, and business continuity solutions
- Troubleshooting operational environments and complex technical issues
- Capacity planning, performance monitoring, and system optimisation
- Maintaining technical documentation and adhering to operational procedures
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Desirable
- Experience with cloud technologies (e.g., Microsoft Azure, AWS)
- ITIL Foundation certification
- Supporting reporting BI platforms (e.g., IBM Cognos BI)
- On-call support within operational environments
- Knowledge of transport/ticketing or high-availability services
Skills & Attributes
- Analytical & problem-solving: Structured, methodical approach
- Technical mastery: Deep understanding of relational databases
- Attention to detail: Focus on quality, accuracy, and operational standards
- Prioritisation skills: Managing multitasking in fast-paced environments
- Independence: Self-motivated, able to take ownership of issues
- Communication: Explaining technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences
- Collaboration: Knowledge-sharing and support for continuous improvement
- Customer focus: Building strong relationships for service excellence
- Adaptability: Willingness to travel, travel to client sites, and engage in on-call
- Passion for innovation: Commitment to professional development
Benefits
Work-Life Balance:
- 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (buy/sell options available)
- Flexible/remote working
Wellbeing & Support:
- Private medical insurance (including dental & optical)
- Life assurance & income protection
- Employee assistance programs
Professional Growth:
- Learning & development programs
- Charitable initiatives
- Innovative, collaborative work culture
- Social events (formal & informal)
Indra is an equal opportunity employer. Applications are considered without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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