About Us
Magentus products and services have been at the forefront of delivering health technology for more than 30 years, offering deep expertise across clinical systems, health informatics and practice management.
Across pathology, radiology, oncology, maternity, and practice management, we are connecting the health ecosystem and transforming digital healthcare at scale. Driven by our dedicated teams across the globe, our success reflects our passionate commitment to improving healthcare outcomes.
People are at the heart of everything we do at Magentus — we work as one team to create a healthier society.
Short Summary
Our Database Team Lead oversees the design, maintenance, and optimisation of our SQL and Postgres database environments to ensure that our database systems meet the high standards of performance, security, and availability that our customers demand.
Key Responsibilities of the role:
- Leading, coaching and developing a team of database administrators, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.
- Managing and administering SQL and Postgres database systems, ensuring their optimal availability, performance, and security.
- Developing and implementing database best practice, standards, and policies to maintain data integrity and confidentiality.
- Collaborating with our development teams to optimise database queries and schema designs for performance.
- Monitoring database performance, troubleshooting and resolving issues, and ensuring the availability and reliability of database systems.
- Remaining current with industry trends and emerging database technologies to recommend system improvements.
- Evaluating and recommending hardware and software for database infrastructure upgrades or expansion where required.
- Maintaining a deep technical understanding of SQL and Postgres database systems.
- Gaining extensive knowledge in the Key applications which utilise the databases provisioned.
- Preparing and delivering regular reports in relation to database performance, trends, and improvements.
- Ensuring all documentation complies with our ISO9001 QMS and best practice.
- Ensuring the team have the appropriate resource levels to deliver business outcomes.
What experience do I need:
- Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
- Extensive experience as a PostGres and SQL database administrator including installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
- Previous experience with both Linux and Microsoft Operating Systems.
- Agile and Prince 2 essential.
- Previous experience in leading, developing and coaching a team.
- Relevant certifications: Microsoft SQL qualifications, PostgreSQL Certified Engineer are a plus.
- In-depth knowledge of database security, encryption, and access control mechanisms.
- Strong understanding of database performance tuning, query optimization, and indexing.
- Familiarity with high availability and disaster recovery solutions for SQL and Postgres databases.
- Experience with database monitoring and management tools.
- Knowledge of database migration and version upgrade procedures.
- Scripting and automation skills for database tasks.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
What’s in it for you:
Flexible Working Environment:
- Hybrid working between Mansfield and Home – or fully remote
Leave:
- 25 days (increases with length of service up to 4 days) plus 8 bank holiday
- Holiday purchase scheme via salary sacrifice
- An extra day annual leave for your birthday
- Enhanced Maternity Leave
- Enhanced Paternity Leave
- Religious holiday swap programme
- Up to two days paid Volunteering days
- Paid time off during the working day to donate blood
- Pawrental Leave
Leadership & Development:
- LinkedIn learning
- Product Training
Employee Recognition:
- Peer recognitions
- CEO awards
- Length of service awards
- Performance Annual Bonus Programme
Employee Benefits:
- Life Insurance (4x annual salary)
- Private health care (BUPA) plus discounted rates to add your loved ones
- Salary Sacrifice Pension
- Income Protection
- EAP (access to online Healthcare)
- Employee Referral scheme- £1,000 tax free
- Branded merchandise starter pack
- £250 working from home allowance
- Free Flu Jabs
- Enhanced Sick Pay
Our values say a lot about us:
- One Team
- Make a difference
- We Care
- Constant Evolution
- Trust
People are at the heart of everything we do at Magentus — we work as one team to create a healthier society. We hold monthly communication sessions with the Senior Leadership Team to provide company updates and strategic briefings.
Magentus Software Limited is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse work environment where all employees feel valued and respected.
We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and believe in fostering a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and succeed.
We are also a proud member of the Disability Confident Employer Scheme, demonstrating our commitment to supporting disabled individuals in the workplace.
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