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Database Engineer
Place of work
Liverpool
Contract type
Full-time
Start date
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Salary
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Job details
Job description, work day and responsibilities
Job description
We are seeking a talented and experienced Database Engineer to join our innovative and collaborative Database Team. In this role, you will play a key part in shaping our data strategy and driving business success. Your skills will contribute directly to our forward-thinking initiatives. At Acorn we value and prioritise innovation, teamwork, and continuous development.
Key part of this role is to support our strategic data goals, ensuring system resilience and performance, and building secure, scalable database architectures.
Job Title: Database Engineer
Location: Liverpool City Centre on a hybrid working basis
Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 depending on experience
Working hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5:30pm
What you will be doing:
• Act as the lead proxy for DBA support, stepping in for the Head of Database or DBA team when needed.
• Design and maintain robust database solutions across Azure VM and cloud environments
• Develop and support MI and DWH systems using Azure Synapse and related tools
• Enforce best practices in SQL development and source control
• Ensure data security, access control, and audit compliance
• Collaborate across departments to deliver and support production systems
• Stay ahead of the curve with the latest database technologies
• Experience dealing with unstructured data including voice, chat, image
• Experience of real time cloud streaming solutions
What we are looking for:
• Strong expertise in SQL Server Management Studio, SSIS, Azure Data Factory, Visual Studio
• Solid experience with Azure Synapse, SSRS, Power BI, Git repositories
• Proven ability to manage secure, high-performance database environments
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
• A passion for continuous learning and innovation
Desirable skill:
• Confluence/Flink Knowledge
Why Join Us?
• Modern tech stack and a strong culture of engineering excellence
• Hybrid working
• Career progression into senior leadership or architecture
• Supportive environment with clear standards and plenty of opportunity to innovate
About Acorn Insurance
With over 40 years of experience, Acorn Insurance is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals secure motor insurance across the UK. We proudly serve more than 50,000 customers, ensuring they find policies that meet their needs and provide the peace of mind that comes with high-quality cover.
At Acorn Insurance, we offer comprehensive training and continuous in-house coaching. You'll receive in-depth, FCA-regulated industry knowledge and all the tools necessary to grow your career with us.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive, encouraging our people to bring their best selves to work every day.
The Acorn Group has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for 2024/5.
Why Acorn Insurance?
Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include:
Wellbeing:
• Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays)
• Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay.
• Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as:
• 6 Free Counselling sessions per year
• Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7
• Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor.
• Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues.
Financial:
• A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner
• Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet.
• Refer a friend scheme with a £250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period.
• Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice.
• Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary.
Reward, Recognition and Culture:
• Long Service Award paid on 5,10- and 15-years’ service
• A reward and recognition hub to celebrate and reward colleagues and peers.
• Consistent and engaging company events including company awards, competitions and charity fundraisers.
• Budgets for department leaders to use for social and engagement events.
Visit our website to view more of our excellent work benefits!
All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard.
Due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/ Post study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships.
At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. Whether it’s modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
We are seeking a talented and experienced Database Engineer to join our innovative and collaborative Database Team. In this role, you will play a key part in shaping our data strategy and driving business success. Your skills will contribute directly to our forward-thinking initiatives. At Acorn we value and prioritise innovation, teamwork, and continuous development.
Key part of this role is to support our strategic data goals, ensuring system resilience and performance, and building secure, scalable database architectures.
Job Title: Database Engineer
Location: Liverpool City Centre on a hybrid working basis
Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 depending on experience
Working hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5:30pm
What you will be doing:
• Act as the lead proxy for DBA support, stepping in for the Head of Database or DBA team when needed.
• Design and maintain robust database solutions across Azure VM and cloud environments
• Develop and support MI and DWH systems using Azure Synapse and related tools
• Enforce best practices in SQL development and source control
• Ensure data security, access control, and audit compliance
• Collaborate across departments to deliver and support production systems
• Stay ahead of the curve with the latest database technologies
• Experience dealing with unstructured data including voice, chat, image
• Experience of real time cloud streaming solutions
What we are looking for:
• Strong expertise in SQL Server Management Studio, SSIS, Azure Data Factory, Visual Studio
• Solid experience with Azure Synapse, SSRS, Power BI, Git repositories
• Proven ability to manage secure, high-performance database environments
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
• A passion for continuous learning and innovation
Desirable skill:
• Confluence/Flink Knowledge
Why Join Us?
• Modern tech stack and a strong culture of engineering excellence
• Hybrid working
• Career progression into senior leadership or architecture
• Supportive environment with clear standards and plenty of opportunity to innovate
About Acorn Insurance
With over 40 years of experience, Acorn Insurance is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals secure motor insurance across the UK. We proudly serve more than 50,000 customers, ensuring they find policies that meet their needs and provide the peace of mind that comes with high-quality cover.
At Acorn Insurance, we offer comprehensive training and continuous in-house coaching. You'll receive in-depth, FCA-regulated industry knowledge and all the tools necessary to grow your career with us.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive, encouraging our people to bring their best selves to work every day.
The Acorn Group has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for 2024/5.
Why Acorn Insurance?
Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include:
Wellbeing:
• Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays)
• Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay.
• Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as:
• 6 Free Counselling sessions per year
• Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7
• Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor.
• Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues.
Financial:
• A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner
• Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet.
• Refer a friend scheme with a £250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period.
• Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice.
• Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary.
Reward, Recognition and Culture:
• Long Service Award paid on 5,10- and 15-years’ service
• A reward and recognition hub to celebrate and reward colleagues and peers.
• Consistent and engaging company events including company awards, competitions and charity fundraisers.
• Budgets for department leaders to use for social and engagement events.
Visit our website to view more of our excellent work benefits!
All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard.
Due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/ Post study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships.
At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. Whether it’s modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
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