About Us
Magentus products and services have been at the forefront of delivering health technology for more than 30 years, offering deep expertise across clinical systems, health informatics and practice management.
Across pathology, radiology, oncology, maternity, and practice management, we are connecting the health ecosystem and transforming digital healthcare at scale. Driven by our dedicated teams across the globe, our success reflects our passionate commitment to improving healthcare outcomes.
People are at the heart of everything we do at Magentus — we work as one team to create a healthier society.
Short Summary
Our database developers collaborate with our developers, project managers and operations team. They influence, innovate, and drive database design, provide innovative solutions for customer requirements such as data migration and ensure high levels of service, database performance and availability across our large customer estate.
Key Responsibilities of the role:
- Development and delivery of data migration projects, from third party and in-house systems
- Design and development of our product database components
- Database optimisation
- Development and maintenance of ETL processes
- Support of operational database systems
- Support and development of SSRS and other reporting solutions
- Develop stored procedures using procedural languages
- Tune SQL queries and be able to read and understand query plans
- Understand the ongoing challenges of using a RDBMS in an enterprise environment including managing performance and maintenance activities
- Provide technical support to internal staff and customers
- Deliver technical projects on time
- Produce technical documentation
- Develop own skills through self-learning
- Perform problem management and monitoring
Experience
- Using a modern RDMBS, especially SQLServer – It is essential to have up-to-date experience of using a modern RDBMS. SQLServer is preferable and PostgreSQL is a distinct advantage. Experience of a procedural language such as TSQL, PL/SQL or pl/pgSQL is essential.
- Complex SQL – The ability to write complex SQL, tune queries and be at home reading a query plan. Be able to investigate query performance on operational databases.
- Relational database design – The ability to recognise a well-designed database. An understanding of database normalisation and the compromises that sometimes necessitate breaking it. An understanding of indexing, constraints etc.
- Data Migration – Ideally, experience of migrating data into production systems. At the least, an awareness and understanding of the processes involved and familiarity with some case studies.
What’s in it for you:
Flexible Working Environment:
- Remote Working Environment OR Hybrid Working Environment from Mansfield or London
Leave:
- 25 days (increases with length of service up to 4 days) plus 8 bank holiday
- Holiday purchase scheme via salary sacrifice
- An extra day annual leave for your birthday
- Enhanced Maternity Leave
- Enhanced Paternity Leave
- Religious holiday swap programme
- Up to two days paid Volunteering days
- Paid time off during the working day to donate blood
- Pawrental Leave
Leadership & Development:
- Litmos learning
- Product Training
Employee Recognition:
- Peer recognitions
- CEO awards
- Length of service awards
- Performance Annual Bonus Programme
Employee Benefits:
- Life Insurance (4x annual salary)
- Private health care (BUPA) plus discounted rates to add your loved ones
- Salary Sacrifice Pension
- Income Protection
- EAP (access to online Healthcare)
- Employee Referral scheme- £1,000 tax free
- Branded merchandise starter pack
- £250 working from home allowance
- Free Flu Jabs
- Enhanced Sick Pay
Our values say a lot about us:
- One Team
- Make a difference
- We Care
- Constant Evolution
- Trust
People are at the heart of everything we do at Magentus — we work as one team to create a healthier society. We hold monthly communication sessions with the Senior Leadership Team to provide company updates and strategic briefings.
Magentus Software Limited is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse work environment where all employees feel valued and respected.
We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and believe in fostering a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and succeed.
We are also a proud member of the Disability Confident Employer Scheme, demonstrating our commitment to supporting disabled individuals in the workplace.
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