Data Services Lead in Derby

Opus Recruitment Solutions is looking for an Data Services Lead in Derby

Job description

Data Services Lead – SQL / DBA Focus


Derby | Hybrid


Salary: £55,000 to £65,000 + Pension, Health, 25 days Holiday + More


SQL | Data | Database Administrator|


Are you a seasoned SQL Developer or DBA ready to take ownership of a high-performing data environment? This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a leadership role where your expertise will directly shape scalable systems, support real-time business needs, and drive data-driven decision-making.


You’ll work alongside a collaborative tech team powering a .NET-based application ecosystem, with full responsibility for the data layer from architecture to delivery.


What You’ll Be Doing

  • Architect and optimize SQL-based data solutions
  • Troubleshoot performance issues (slow queries, deadlocks, spikes)
  • Design schemas from business requirements
  • Monitor live systems and respond to critical issues
  • Support reporting and data fixes across the business
  • Develop and maintain BI solutions (Power BI, semantic models)
  • Enhance compliance workflows and manage data assets in Azure



What You’ll Bring


✅ Strong SQL skills: query tuning, execution plans, lock management

✅ Experience in schema design and real-time performance troubleshooting

✅ Excellent communication and documentation abilities

✅ Familiarity with Azure SQL, Data Lake, and storage

✅ Bonus: Power BI, DAX, ETL, NoSQL, GDPR awareness


If you’re ready to lead data strategy in a fast-paced, tech-driven environment — let’s connect! Drop me a message or apply directly.


Email - kumbirai.mafini@opusrs.com


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Extra information

Status
Open
Education Level
Secondary School
Location
Derby
Type of Contract
Part-time jobs
Published at
13-11-2025
Full UK/EU driving license preferred
No
Car Preferred
No
Must be eligible to work in the EU
No
Cover Letter Required
No
Languages
English

Derby | Part-time jobs | Secondary School

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