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Senior Application Database Administrator (SQL Server)

Role overview

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience working with application databases or in DBA roles, including cloud environments
  • Strong expertise in at least one relational database platform (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server)
  • Hands-on experience with cloud-managed database services and modern architectures
  • Advanced skills in SQL performance tuning and troubleshooting

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, performance, and reliability of cloud-based, application-facing databases
  • Partner with engineering teams to build scalable, resilient, and cost-efficient database solutions
  • Guide best practices for database design, schema changes, and performance tuning
  • Troubleshoot and resolve production issues, leading root cause analysis when needed

Key facts

Other skills

  • Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
  • Collaboration
  • Communication

About the company

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Experian

Debt Collection & Credit Services

Experian unlocks the power of data to create opportunities for consumers, businesses and society. During life’s big moments – from buying a home or car, to sending a child to college, to growing a business exponentially by connecting it with new customers – we empower consumers and our clients to manage data with confidence so they can maximize every opportunity. We gather, analyse and process data in ways others can’t. We help individuals take financial control and access financial services, businesses make smarter decision and thrive, lenders lend more responsibly, and organizations prevent identity fraud and crime. For more than 125 years, we’ve helped consumers and clients prosper, and economies and communities flourish – and we’re not done. Our 16,000 people in 37 countries believe the possibilities for you, and our world, are growing. We’re investing in new technologies, talented people and innovation so we can help create a better tomorrow. About Experian: Bringing data to life requires creativity, passion, flexibility and expertise. We want you to share in our success. That's why we offer rewards that recognise great performance. Working in a culture of collaboration, achievement and respect we will give you the support and encouragement you need to develop your skills and talents and progress your career. Everyday our people bring enthusiasm, innovation and inspiration to work and if this sounds like you connect with us at Experian. Read more at https://www.experianplc.com/careers/ Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted Our diverse workforce is part of the reason for our success. We want everyone to succeed, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, sexuality, physical ability or age.

Company details

Company typeXLarge
IndustryDebt Collection & Credit Services
Company size10001

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Job description

Company Description

Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more. Experian invests in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. We have an amazing team of 25,200 people in 32 countries. 

Job Description

The Senior Application Database Administrator plays a key role in designing, supporting, and improving cloud-based databases that power modern applications. This person partners closely with engineering, DevOps, and platform teams to ensure databases are reliable, scalable, secure, and optimized for performance. This is a hands-on role with strong technical leadership, where you will guide best practices and help teams build solutions that work well in cloud environments while supporting business-critical applications. You will report to the Software Development Agile Developer.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the design, performance, and reliability of cloud-based, application-facing databases
  • Partner with engineering teams to build scalable, resilient, and cost-efficient database solutions
  • Guide best practices for database design, schema changes, and performance tuning
  • Troubleshoot and resolve production issues, leading root cause analysis when needed
  • Implement standards, guardrails, and automation to improve database operations
  • Mentor team members and support knowledge sharing across engineering and database communities

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience working with application databases or in DBA roles, including cloud environments
  • Strong expertise in at least one relational database platform (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server)
  • Hands-on experience with cloud-managed database services and modern architectures
  • Advanced skills in SQL performance tuning and troubleshooting
  • Experience supporting production systems and making sound technical decisions independently
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work across diverse teams

Additional Information

Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian's people first, inclusive and purpose driven culture is multi award-winning; World's Best Workplaces™ 2025 (Fortune Global Top 25), Great Place To Work™ in 26 countries to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or explore our Careers Site to understand why. Experian is also proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.

Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer for all groups protected under applicable federal, state and local law, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.

Our benefits include: Medical, life and dental insurance, Asociacion Solidarista, International Share Save Plan, Flex Work/Work from home, Paid time off, Annual Performance Bonus, Education Reimbursement, Family Bonding, Bereavement Leave, Referral Program, and more.

 

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