Principal Database Engineer, Gumtree & Motors
MS SQL, DW, BI Azure
+ Discretionary Bonus
Online local marketplace
Job no longer available
Online local marketplace
201-500 employees
Job no longer available
+ Discretionary Bonus
201-500 employees
Company mission
To make good finds happen and to make buying and selling second hand safer, simpler and more enjoyable for everyone.
Role
Who you are
- Proven experience in database architecture, design, and administration (backups, maintenance, performance monitoring, patching, troubleshooting)
- Expertise in performance optimization, query tuning, and analyzing metrics
- Track record as a technical thought leader
- Experience coaching and mentoring high-performing teams
- Migrating from on-premise MS SQL to cloud-native Azure environments
- Data engineering, data lake/warehousing, or BI solutions with several years in Azure cloud
- Successfully integrating business-critical data from various sources into a unified platform
- Microsoft SQL Server Management (on-premise and cloud)
- Azure SQL 2016+ VM, Azure SQL MI, Azure SQL Database
- Always On availability group and failover cluster instances
- Microsoft SQL Server Development and Integration Services
- Azure Data Factory
- Microsoft SQL Server Analysis Services
- Developing and deploying data/database pipelines
- Visual Studio SSDT DB projects
- Database CI/CD (preferably YAML pipelines in Azure DevOps)
Desirable
- Microsoft Fabric
- Open source DB engines (PostgreSQL, MySQL)
- Python, PySpark, Spark SQL
- Databricks
- Azure Synapse Analytics
- Microsoft Power BI
- Redgate SQL Monitor
- GDPR workflows (SAR and DDR)
- Terraform
What the job involves
- You'll be part of a team that's revolutionizing the way people buy and sell cars
- We are looking for a highly skilled Principal Database Engineer (MS SQL / DW / BI Azure) to become part of our UK business and help develop and deliver on our Data Platform
- Reports To: Director of Technology
- As a Principal Database Engineer, you will help develop a platform that brings fast and reliable data to the people who need it
- With a passion for people and a strong growth mentality, you will help us to deliver data solutions to the business and our customers
- We need a top-notch Principal Database Engineer to join our team and to help guide the product & technology teams as we modernise our heritage Microsoft SQL stack
- Your main goal is to work with our team to help deliver a platform that can provide insights based on reliable and secure data, so everyone can spend more time delivering value
- In executing this mission, you will work closely with our engineers, architects, and product owners
- As an Individual Lead Contributor, you will modernise and maintain our Microsoft SQL-based data platform
- Design, implement, and maintain scalable and available database solutions in Azure Cloud
- Support the migration from our legacy SQL VM estate to a modern Azure Cloud SQL solution
- Maintain high standards for legacy systems and manage improvements
- Collaborate with the team to improve coding standards, conduct code reviews, and ensure performance, reliability, scalability, and security
- Participate in an On-Call rotation for 24/7 customer support
- Develop and support database automation, CI/CD pipelines, and unit tests
- Monitor database performance, apply patches, and resolve issues
- Support the growth of the engineering department through hiring, onboarding, and feedback
- Lead data innovation by identifying and adopting new tools and techniques
- Coordinate with product managers and engineering managers to ensure timely delivery
- Bridge communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders, managing expectations and facilitating discussions
Application process
- We usually respond within three days
Our take
Over one-third of the UK's population visit Gumtree per month, making it the UK's #1 classifieds website with over 1.8 million ads on the site at any one time. Gumtree includes ads to find a new car, job, second-hand items, and services.
In 2005, the platform was acquired by eBay and added to its portfolio of online classifieds sites. However, both Gumtree and its sister brand - used car marketplace Motors.co.uk - were sold in 2021 to Novum Capital & O3 Industries, and have operated in conjunction ever since.
With the rise of security and data protection concerns from customers, the company uses a sophisticated system for screening ads, finding inaccuracies, and encouraging best practices. It has also joined forces with government and enforcement agencies to improve cyber security and the buyer experience, showcasing a devotion to innovating with the times.
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Insights
Some candidates hear
back within 2 weeks
12% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Employee endorsements
Autonomy
"The business provides clear direction on objectives which in turn allow you to find your own path to fulfilling them. I have always been trusted in..."
Company benefits
- 25 days holiday increasing with length of service (excl. bank holidays)
- Office / Hybrid / Remote working options
- Health insurance
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Cycle to work Scheme
- Welcome Branded Company Swag
- Company wide social days
- Health and wellbeing support through Help@Hand
Company values
- Deliver with Impact
- Customer Powered
- Be a Real Person
- Innovate with Purpose
Company HQ
Richmond, UK
Articles
Leadership
Hugh Hurley
(CEO of Gumtree)Previously served as Gumtree's Head of Onsite Trading and CCO before transitioning into their current role. Former Head of Business Operations at Spotahome and General Manager at De Beers Group.
Barry Judge
(CEO of Motors.co.uk )CEO of eBay Motors Group UK. Former CEO & current Board Member at houza. They are also the former CEO of OLX, dubizzle, and dealglobber.com (which they Co-Founded).
People progressing
Head Of Advertising at Gumtree/eBay Motors Group (eMG).
Head of Account Management.
Diversity & Inclusion at Gumtree & Motors
Mathew Dutton (People Director (Gumtree & Motors))
- Here at Gumtree & Motors, we’re striving to foster a culture of belonging and empowerment, a place where everyone can be celebrated for who they are, with equal opportunities for growth and career development.
- We understand that having diverse and inclusive teams fuels creativity and stronger performance. That’s why we’re committed to discovering new talent so that when you join us, you can be you! We know we’re not perfect, and true inclusion and belonging is a journey. As part of our commitment to create inclusion for all in 2023, listed below are a few of the things we’re up to. And that’s really just the start!
- Improve equitable hiring processes by removing bias from job applications
- Delivering training on Unconscious Bias, Culture And Identity Awareness, & Inclusive Leadership
- Celebrating diversity through our company-wide inclusion calendar
- Fostering Community Groups (ERGs) with investment for each group
- Continuing our People Ambassador Programme to have more representative voices involved in decision making
- Accelerating diverse talent through a mentoring programme
- Sponsorship to attend an external coaching programme to elevate women’s voices
- Partnering with charitable organisations to drive inclusion and belonging within wider communities
- Reviewing the accessibility of our workplace, practices and policies
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