Data Services Lead

Data Services Lead - SQL / DBA Focus

Derby Hybrid

Salary: £55,000 to £65,000 + Pension, Health, 25 days Holiday + More

SQL Data Database Administrator

Are you a seasoned SQL Developer or DBA ready to take ownership of a high-performing data environment? This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a leadership role where your expertise will directly shape scalable systems, support real-time business needs, and drive data-driven decision-making.

You'll work alongside a collaborative tech team powering a .NET-based application ecosystem, with full responsibility for the data layer from architecture to delivery.

What You'll Be Doing

• Architect and optimize SQL-based data solutions
• Troubleshoot performance issues (slow queries, deadlocks, spikes)
• Design schemas from business requirements
• Monitor live systems and respond to critical issues
• Support reporting and data fixes across the business
• Develop and maintain BI solutions (Power BI, semantic models)
• Enhance compliance workflows and manage data assets in Azure

What You'll Bring

Strong SQL skills: query tuning, execution plans, lock management

Experience in schema design and real-time performance troubleshooting

Excellent communication and documentation abilities

Familiarity with Azure SQL, Data Lake, and storage

Bonus: Power BI, DAX, ETL, NoSQL, GDPR awareness

If you're ready to lead data strategy in a fast-paced, tech-driven environment - let's connect! Drop me a message or apply directly.

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