IT & Software

SQL Server Architect - SC Cleared

CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler

London · Greater London · United Kingdom

SQL Server Architect

+ SC Cleared role

+ Hybrid working in London

+ Up to 630 per day - Inside IR35

+ Initially 3 months but potentially long term


Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced SQL Server Architect to support the migration of an enterprise-scale SharePoint platform from on-premises infrastructure to AWS. The initial eight-week Proof of Value will assess SQL Server high availability, disaster recovery and performance options, with the potential to progress into a detailed architecture and design phase through to the end of 2026.

You will work closely with infrastructure and AWS architects to validate solutions and recommend a scalable, resilient and cost-effective platform.


Essential Technical Skills

  • 10+ years' Microsoft SQL Server architecture and engineering experience (SQL Server 2016+).

  • Strong experience with Always On Availability Groups, Failover Cluster Instances (FCI) and HA/DR solutions.

  • Experience supporting large-scale SharePoint farms and SQL Server databases.

  • Strong SQL Server performance tuning, storage optimisation and troubleshooting skills.

  • Knowledge of clustering, networking, DNS failover and disaster recovery design.


Desirable Skills

  • AWS experience with EC2, EBS, FSx, Route 53, CloudWatch and AWS Backup.

  • Infrastructure automation using Terraform, CloudFormation or PowerShell.

  • Azure SQL HA/DR knowledge and experience in regulated environments.

Reference: WJ-756_344242

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