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We are looking for an experienced database administrator to work
within our Oxford based Head Office. This role will be responsible for the managing the databases used within Adestra's systems, the interaction of Adestra's infrastructure with the databases and assisting with the ongoing development of Adestra's web-based marketing platform, MessageFocus. Primary responsibilities: * Designing and implementing new application features and functionality * Working with developers to optimise their database interaction. * Installing, Tuning, Patching, Monitoring and Upgrading PostgreSQL servers. * Setting up backups and testing on regular basis. * Replication monitoring, set-up and management. * Query and performance analysis and optimisation. * Purchasing and testing new hardware. * Auditing security and permissions. * Maintain documentation of maintenance and upgrade tasks. Skills: * Strong understanding of PostgreSQL * Experience with performance tuning PostgreSQL servers * Experiences with SQL query analysis/optimisation. * Experience with writing documentation * Knowledge of UNIX-like systems Technical environment: * PostgreSQL * PL/pgSQL * FreeBSD * CentOS * Perl * Python * Redis Personal Characteristics * Able to work with limited supervision and show initiative where relevant, the individual will be confident, bright and happy to share their ideas with others. * Will assist other members of the team as and when required. * The ideal candidate will have excellent English and effective communication skills. Must be comfortable dealing with people at all levels of an organisation and ideally be familiar with some marketing terminology. * A good humoured team player; the ideal candidate will take pride in their work and the business as a whole. * It is essential that the candidate be presentable and exhibits a high degree of professionalism. Salary and hours of work * The role will be based in Adestra’s Oxford Offices. The role will run for an initial trial period of 3 months, and if successful will continue on an ongoing basis. * Additional benefits offered include: company pension, various travel schemes, healthcare scheme, eye care vouchers, child care vouchers and Private Health Insurance (after successful completion of the probationary period). * BS EN ISO 9001:2000 and Investors in People accredited, superb training and development opportunities are offered as the company continues to grow. --
Tim Little Systems Adestra Ltd T:01865 255240 F:01865 255241 W:www.adestra.com Adestra Ltd, Holywell House,Osney Mead, Oxford, OX2 0EA, Registered in England, Company No. 05267378 |
