SQL Technician

Bright Purple; City of Edinburgh, Tanfield; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

SQL Technician (Night Shift – Temporary Contract)

Location: Remote (following 3-day onsite training in Edinburgh)
Contract Length: 6 Weeks
Rate: £200 per day (Inside IR35)
Working Hours: Midnight – 6:00 AM

We are seeking a detail-oriented SQL Technician to support a high-volume, enterprise-scale SQL Server upgrade project within the hospitality sector. This is a temporary 6-week contract that requires initial onsite training in Edinburgh (3 days), followed by fully remote working.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Assist with the mass upgrade of SQL Server 2014 to SQL Server 2019 during off-peak hours.
2. Ensure a high level of accuracy and precision throughout the upgrade process.
3. Produce clear, concise, and well-documented upgrade reports.
4. Identify, log, and support resolution of break/fix issues during upgrades.
5. Collaborate on additional upgrade-related tasks throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Requirements:

1. Proven experience with SQL Server upgrades from 2014 to 2019.
2. Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
3. Previous experience working in large-scale upgrade projects or enterprise IT environments.
4. Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy under pressure.
5. Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

This role offers a unique opportunity to be part of a significant systems upgrade initiative in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Apply now with your most up to date CV to be considered for this contract role.

Bright Purple is an equal opportunities employer: we are proud to work with clients who share our values of diversity and inclusion in our industry.