Senior Database Administrator
Application Closing Date: 5th December 2025
Package: Management and Specialist Grade 7, offering a salary range of £47,389 to £56,535 per annum, subject to annual pay awards.
Location: Full-Time, Open-ended hybrid position.
About the Role
Join Loughborough University and immerse yourself in a dynamic, forward-thinking community. We are seeking an experienced and proactive Senior Database Administrator to join our dedicated Database Administration (DBA) team.
As a core member of the Database Team, you’ll play an essential role in maintaining and enhancing the performance, reliability, and security of our database infrastructure, helping the University deliver its mission by:
- Delivering high-quality database support and services for students, staff, and researchers.
- Ensuring data integrity, scalability, and availability across critical systems.
In this role, you’ll lead daily management, optimisation, and automation of our Oracle and SQL Server environments. You’ll also be instrumental in driving transformative digital projects, including migration to cloud platforms and implementing cutting-edge best practices for backup, recovery, and security.
About Loughborough University
Universities are at the heart of society—shaping culture, driving innovation, and solving global challenges. At Loughborough University, we excel by challenging conventions, thinking differently, and creating solutions to some of the planet’s biggest problems. We are committed to attracting ambitious individuals ready to make a meaningful impact.
About IT Services
Our IT Services department consists of a range of expert teams, each specialising in distinct areas. Located in the scenic Holywell Park on our vibrant campus—with accessible public transport, ample parking, and proximity to Burleigh Woods—the department fosters innovation and collaboration.
The IT team is consistently ranked top in the National Student Survey for its exceptional resources and facilities supporting academic success. We promote a strong work/life balance with flexible and hybrid working options. Our inclusive culture encourages staff to contribute to exciting university-wide projects and adopt innovative technology solutions.
About You
We’re searching for someone with:
- Extensive experience managing enterprise-grade database systems, including Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server.
- Expertise in performance tuning, backup and recovery, and cloud-based database architecture.
- Strong analytical skills to diagnose and resolve complex database and performance issues effectively.
- Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, with a passion for sharing knowledge across IT teams and the university.
- A relevant degree alongside professional IT qualifications and substantial practical experience.
Why Join Us?
This role offers the opportunity to shape transformative projects, gain exposure to innovative technologies, and drive continuous professional growth.
If this sounds like your ideal team and role, we’d love to hear from you! For informal enquiries, please contact Zulf Osman, DBA Team Manager, at [email protected] or call 01509 226071.
Find more details in the official Job Description and Person Specification.
Application Process
For guidance on completing your application, refer to our Application Guidance, which includes useful tips to help you succeed. We welcome and accommodate reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. If you require any specific support, contact Zulf Osman directly. Reasonable adjustments can also be made within the role itself.
- Interview Date: 17th December 2025
Benefits of Working With Us
At Loughborough University, we value our team members inside and outside the workplace. Here’s a snapshot of the benefits available:
- Generous Leave Entitlement: Including 14 University closure days, bank holidays, and options to purchase additional leave.
- Exceptional Facilities: A stunning 523-acre campus with green spaces and world-class amenities, plus a buzzing London campus in the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.
- Financial Wellness: Competitive salary, two robust pension schemes, and access to savings opportunities.
- Support for Life Events: Flexible leave policies, on-site nursery facilities, and hybrid working arrangements.
- Health and Wellbeing: Discounts on gym memberships, access to physiotherapy and healthcare benefits, including vision screenings and comprehensive wellbeing support.
- Sustainable Travel: Options for electric vehicle and cycle-to-work schemes, along with other eco-friendly commuting benefits.
Explore the full range of benefits on our Rewards and Benefits webpage.
Take the next step in your career—join us in driving change and innovation at Loughborough University!