The place to work in pathology We are looking for top talent to join the UK’s leading and fastest growing pathology company – a scientific organisation with a clinical purpose. Working in partnership with our service partners, Guy’s and St. Thomas’ Hospitals, King’s College Hospital and Princess Royal University Hospital we aim to set the standard for the future of pathology. Job overview Are you passionate about maintaining the backbone of digital infrastructure? Do you thrive on ensuring data integrity, security, and accessibility? We're seeking a skilled Database Administrator (DBA) to join our dynamic team and play a pivotal role in managing our organisation's databases. As a Database Administrator, you will be responsible for the performance, integrity, and security of our databases. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and optimise database systems that meet the evolving needs of the business. Your expertise will drive efficient data management practices, ensuring seamless operation and accessibility of critical information. You will be joining the Infrastructure and Technical Architecture Team, who are responsible for the design and implementation of technology solutions within Synnovis as well as providing skills across multiple disciplines. Main duties of the job The core responsibility of the role is to ensure the seamless operation and accessibility of critical information. The Database Administrator (DBA) plays a pivotal role in managing our organisation's databases. Collaborating with cross-functional teams in designing, implementing, and optimising database systems to meet business needs. Summary of the key responsibilities are: § Design, implement, and maintain database systems that align with business requirements and performance objectives. § Monitor database performance, identify bottlenecks, and optimise queries for enhanced efficiency and scalability. § Implement robust security measures to safeguard sensitive data, including access control, encryption, and compliance with regulatory standards. § Develop and maintain backup and recovery strategies to minimise data loss and ensure business continuity in the event of system failures or disasters. § Perform routine maintenance tasks, apply patches, and coordinate database upgrades to ensure system reliability and compatibility with emerging technologies. § Diagnose and resolve database-related issues in a timely manner, collaborating with technical teams to implement effective solutions. § Maintain comprehensive documentation of database configurations, procedures, and best practices. Provide training and support to end-users as needed. Working for our organisation Synnovis is a pathology partnership between SYNLAB UK and Ireland, and the NHS, including sites, Guy’s & St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, and King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, to deliver and transform pathology services across South East London. In addition to the role proving an opportunity to work on a range of applications that support the services, there are training opportunities. You will have a suite of learning opportunities available through The Synnovis Way Development programme which is used across Synnovis to enable you to reach your potential, learn new skills and achieve your goals. This is managed between you and your line manager in line with your own personal and professional development ambitions. You can apply for finance to drive innovation and service development for the benefit of patients through our Innovation Accelerator Fund. Detailed job description and main responsibilities As a Database Administrator (DBA) within Synnovis, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation and performance of our SQL environment. Your responsibilities will encompass a wide range of tasks, from performing daily operational checks to collaborating with development teams for optimising database schemas and application performance. On a day-to-day basis, you will be responsible for conducting operational checks on all SQL environments, ensuring their stability and functionality. You will assist in the configuration, and maintenance of database management systems, working closely with the team to implement best practices and maintain system integrity. A key aspect of your role will involve supporting database backup, restoration, and recovery processes to minimise downtime and safeguard data integrity. You will play a pivotal role in controlling access permissions and privileges, implementing robust security measures to protect sensitive data. Monitoring the database environment will be another critical responsibility, as you'll need to promptly respond to system and application alerts to maintain optimal performance. Additionally, you will manage and test backup and disaster recovery procedures, ensuring readiness to handle any unexpected events. Performance tuning will also be a significant focus area, where your expertise will be essential in optimising database performance and enhancing efficiency. Your ability to document database configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides will contribute to knowledge sharing and facilitate seamless operations within the team. You will collaborate closely with the team lead to define structures and processes, contributing to the continuous improvement of our database management practices. Your engagement with the development team will involve analysing and optimising database schemas, queries, and application performance to enhance overall system effectiveness. You will be at the forefront of maintaining the stability, security, and performance of the SQL environment. Your dedication to operational excellence and collaboration with various teams will be instrumental in driving our organisations success in managing and leveraging data effectively. Person specification Qualifications Essential criteria Proficiency in managing popular database management systems such as Oracle, SQL Servers. Strong command of SQL (Structured Query Language) for database manipulation, querying, and data retrieval, including writing complex queries, stored procedures, and triggers. Experience in setting up and managing database backup, restoration, and recovery processes Desirable criteria Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator. Experience Essential criteria The provision of new databases to hardened specification. Database performance tuning and maintenance. Database backup and restore processes. Database troubleshooting. SQL Development - ability to write basic SQL queries to troubleshoot issues. Desirable criteria SolarWinds. Understanding of Help Desk Tools (ServiceNow). Healthcare support. Experience with implementing operational automation. Experience in designing and managing data warehouses including knowledge of dimensional modelling, ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes, and business intelligence tools for data analysis and reporting. Skills and Knowledge Essential criteria Knowledge of best practices in IT and working within in an ITIL Framework. To provide a professional front when dealing with colleagues at all levels. Good communication skills. Good general knowledge of workflows within pathology and/or healthcare settings. Desirable criteria Understanding of DevOps principles and practices, including continuous integration and deployment workflows. Strong interpersonal skills, including teamwork, collaboration, and the ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to diverse audiences. Applications are welcomed from applicants with a disability. We can make reasonable adjustments and offer support and advice in a variety of ways throughout the application process. All applicants are welcome to apply regardless of age, disability, gender, marital status, race, nationality or ethnic origin, religion, or sexual orientation. Equality of opportunity is our policy. Our Bank workers enjoy competitive market rates and flexible contract assignments across all of our sites, dependent on your availability and location. For our Permanent workforce w e offer a competitive benefits package. All employees are entitled to: Contributory pension scheme Generous annual leave entitlement Ground breaking development opportunities Safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All employees have a responsibility for safeguarding children and vulnerable adults in the course of their daily duties and for ensuring that they are aware of the specific duties relating to their role. Please apply for this post on-line. If you have problems with using the online process, or need any assistance, please email [email protected] Your e-mail address is important to us. We communicate to all job applicants via the e-mail address which has been provided on the application form. Please ensure that you check your e-mail on a regular basis. Due to the high volumes of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close any adverts before the published closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications. If you decide to apply for this post but do not hear back from us within three weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been short-listed on this occasion. Thank you for your interest in Synnovis. Further details / informal visits contact Name Sherif Adeshina Job title Database Administrator Team Lead Email address [email protected] Telephone number 07718194819 If you have problems applying, contact Address Synnovis Open Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm Telephone 01629 702340