Average Database Developer salary in the UK

At Grundon, we are on the lookout for a dynamic, passionate, and driven individual to join our Data team based in Benson. Reporting into the Head of IT/ Finance Director you will play a key role in driving our mission forward managing and optimising the organisation’s data warehouse to ensure high performance, reliability, and accessibility.  This role will progressively encompass the design and development of a new data warehouse, along with the structured oversight of its migration process. Working closely within a cross-functional team, you will help translate business requirements into effective data solutions that drive informed, data-driven decision-making across the organisation. Please note as part of this role you will be required to attend to the office a minimum of 3 days each week What will you do Take ownership of the current Data Warehouse, ensuring its ongoing optimisation and development while maintaining best practices in data mapping, coding standards, and data quality.Design, develop, and maintain a scalable data warehouse architecture, integrating data from multiple internal and external sources using connectors and APIs.Safeguard data integrity, accuracy, consistency, and security across all warehouse and reporting environments.Diagnose and resolve data model performance issues, maintaining comprehensive documentation of data flows and reporting structures.Collaborate with Business Analysts and stakeholders to identify needs, integrate new data sources, and support evolving business requirements.Oversee project deliverables and timelines, ensuring the timely completion of all data-related initiatives.Ensure full compliance with all Company policies and procedures including health and safety and employment.Any other duties, such as ad hoc projects, as requested by the job holder’s Manager/Supervisor or the Board of Directors that are within the skills and capabilities of the job holder. About You Minimum 2 years’ experience in database architecture and management, including semantic cube development.Proficient in SQL, data modelling, and transforming raw data into structured formats.Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and translate business needs into technical solutions.Familiarity with Azure Fabric; experience with DAX, Jet Analytics, or NAV is advantageous. About Grundon? Grundon is the UK’s largest family-owned supplier of integrated waste management and environmental services. Founded in 1929, we have developed a distinctive approach that has helped us to maintain a leading position within the waste industry. This approach is underpinned by our commitment to quality of service, innovation and technical progress, together with a genuine and demonstrable concern for the environment.

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity where your skills will shine and your ideas will shape the future? At Grundon, we are on the lookout for a dynamic, passionate, and driven individual to join our Data team based in Benson. This is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to join a company that is here to show the world that there is more to waste than it seems. Here your contributions will make a real difference as we work towards our shared vision to unlock the potential of waste whilst leaving a better planet for future generations. Reporting into the Head of IT/ Finance Director you will play a key role in driving our mission forward managing and optimising the organisation’s data warehouse to ensure high performance, reliability, and accessibility. This role involves designing, developing, and maintaining scalable data solutions that support business intelligence, analytics, and reporting. Working closely within a cross-functional team, you will help translate business requirements into effective data solutions that drive informed, data-driven decision-making across the organisation. Please note as part of this role you will be required to attend to the office a minimum of 3 days each week What will you do Take ownership of the Jet Analytics Data Warehouse, ensuring its ongoing optimisation and development while maintaining best practices in data mapping, coding standards, and data quality.Design, develop, and maintain a scalable data warehouse architecture, integrating data from multiple internal and external sources using connectors and APIs.Safeguard data integrity, accuracy, consistency, and security across all warehouse and reporting environments.Optimise data queries and loading processes to enhance performance and support efficient reporting and analysis.Diagnose and resolve data model performance issues, maintaining comprehensive documentation of data flows and reporting structures.Collaborate with Business Analysts and stakeholders to identify needs, integrate new data sources, and support evolving business requirements.Oversee project deliverables and timelines, ensuring the timely completion of all data-related initiatives.Ensure full compliance with all Company policies and procedures including health and safety and employment.Any other duties, such as ad hoc projects, as requested by the job holder’s Manager/Supervisor or the Board of Directors that are within the skills and capabilities of the job holder. Why you will like working here: A supportive, inclusive, and fun team cultureDesigned to empower you to work where and how you thrive, balancing productivity with lifestyleOpportunities for career growth and developmentCompetitive salary and great benefitsA company that values your voice and ideas About You At least 2 years’ experience in database architecture and management, including the development and maintenance of semantic cubes.Strong proficiency in SQL.Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data relationships and structures.Experience working with Azure Fabric.Skilled in data modelling and transforming raw data into structured, usable formats.Clear and effective communication skills, with the ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.Strong attention to detail, ensuring data accuracy and integrity across all reports.Experience with DAX, Jet Analytics, or NAV is desirable but not essential. About Grundon? Grundon is the UK’s largest family-owned supplier of integrated waste management and environmental services. Founded in 1929, we have developed a distinctive approach that has helped us to maintain a leading position within the waste industry. This approach is underpinned by our commitment to quality of service, innovation and technical progress, together with a genuine and demonstrable concern for the environment. Why Grundon? At Grundon, we are dedicated to providing diversity, equality, and inclusion. We believe great ideas come from everywhere, and we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, heard, and empowered to thrive. If you're ready to take the next step in your career within the dynamic world of waste management and environmental services, this is your opportunity to join one of the industry’s most respected names. #INDSPO

Working at the Cumberland, you become part of something special. We’re a Mutual organisation, committed to improving the lives of our colleagues, customers, and community. Our values are incredibly important to us.We’re on an exciting transformational journey with our people firmly at the forefront of our plans. If you want to work for a team integral in helping to drive cultural change, a team where you can bring your whole self to work bringing your energy and creativity to make a positive difference, then this is the job for you.We have an exciting opportunity for an Oracle Database Administrator to join our Technology team for a fixed period of 12 months.The Oracle Database Administrator is responsible for the delivery and continued support of the key BAU functions as well as maintaining and administering the databases and associated environments. This includes production, DR and test systems.You’ll be responsible for supporting regular maintenance across the environments, ensuring that preventative maintenance tasks are completed safely, on time and in line with established procedures.In addition to the preventative maintenance tasks, support will be available to support queries and investigate system issues across the environments as well as responsible for supporting incident management and problem resolutions.You’ll also provide subject matter expertise to the change function, supporting projects from shaping through to closure. They will also assist the DBA Lead in implementing continuous improvements across the team and fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and upskilling others.The BenefitsSalary - up to £60,717 p.a. – depending on skills and experience.Holidays - 25 days holiday plus public holidays and the opportunity to buy and sell up to 3 days.Learning and Development opportunities - We want you to grow in your role. We’ll work together to support your personal and professional development.Hybrid Working - the tools and equipment you need to be able to work from home when you need to, depending on your role.Health and Wellbeing - a calendar of events and activities throughout the year, Mental Health & Wellbeing champions, and Cycle to Work scheme.Community Day - We offer our people an extra paid day off every year to help local charities and community organisations.The RoleEnsure that BAU actions are completed accurately, correctly and on time.Contribute towards the day-to-day support and administration of the databases and associated environments including live, DR and test environments.Ensure environments are appropriately patched and secure.Provide support and ensuring that agreed support SLAs are met.Support the incident management process, problem management and implementation of changes.Support the management of risks and issues.Provide SME knowledge to the business.Engage with third party support contacts when required to support problem resolution.Undertake regular housekeeping of the environments to ensure they perform to their optimal levels.Carry out refreshes of the test databases in accordance with testing/project requirements.Undertake system and database administration duties as required, including out of hours tasks where required.Carry out regular disaster recovery activities with other Technology teams.To understand and be aware of the risk and control environment in your area of the business and adhere to processes, procedures, and policies in order to minimise risks.Demonstrate a commitment to a supportive and collaborative culture which promotes strong working relationships across CITO teams and the wider business.Ensuring all activities are undertaken in consideration of and in line with Technology and CBS StrategiesUtilise existing tooling for the effective management of tasks and queries, and documentation.Input into and maintain a standard library of documentation and procedures.Out of hours on-call for critical systems may be a requirement for this role in-line with the Working Practice Charter and will attract an additional allowance.To carry out any other reasonable additional duties.About YouWe’re looking for someone with experience engaging with third party suppliers to resolve issues and using ITIL processes including incident, problem, and event management.You’ll have experience in operational 24x7 support, ideally using using Agile methodologies and working in change projects in a regulated sector.Knowledge preferred but not all essential includes:Understanding of database technologies and administration including Oracle 19c.Knowledge of database security, backup and recovery, and performance monitoring tools and standards.Understanding of UNIX administration and scripting including Solaris 11.4.Knowledge of SQL, PL/SQL, batch scripting etc.Understanding in Middleware applications e.g. Weblogic, Oracle Fusion Middleware.Knowledge or experience of risk frameworks is beneficial.QualificationsITIL v4 Certification is advantageous.Degree within Computer Science or other IT related disciplines preferred but not essential.Skills, abilities and behaviours we’re looking for:Technically minded.Analytical skills.Good communicator.Demonstrate logical thinking.Problem Solver.Detail oriented.Self-driven proactive approach to work.Strong troubleshooting skills.Ability to work well under pressure.Ability to develop and maintain good relationships with key stakeholders.Flexibility to work out of hours.Capable of managing a complex workload.Responds positively to change.Driven by new challenges.Work well within a small team.Good time management.Willing to learn and develop.