About the Role :

We are looking for an experienced SQL Server Database Administrator to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the installation, configuration, performance tuning, security, backup/recovery, and high availability of SQL Server environments. You will play a critical role in ensuring database reliability, scalability, and efficiency to support business-critical applications.

Key Responsibilities :

- Install, configure, and maintain MS SQL Server databases across development, testing, and production environments.

- Perform database monitoring, capacity planning, and performance tuning for optimal efficiency.

- Implement backup, restore, disaster recovery, and high availability strategies (AlwaysOn, Log Shipping, Mirroring, Replication, Clustering).

- Manage security administration, including roles, permissions, and encryption.

- Troubleshoot database issues, provide root-cause analysis, and ensure minimal downtime.

- Automate recurring DBA tasks using T-SQL, PowerShell, or other scripting tools.

- Work closely with developers and application teams for query optimization and database design best practices.

- Ensure compliance with organizational and industry security, auditing, and governance standards.

- Maintain detailed documentation of database architecture, processes, and procedures.

Mandatory Skills :

- Strong experience in MS SQL Server (2016/2019/2022) administration.

- Expertise in performance tuning, query optimization, and indexing strategies.

- Proficiency in backup/recovery, disaster recovery planning, and high availability solutions.

- Strong knowledge of T-SQL programming and stored procedures.

- Hands-on experience with SQL Server monitoring tools (e.g., SQL Profiler, DTA, SCOM, SolarWinds, Redgate).

- Experience with database security, encryption, and compliance.

Good-to-Have Skills :

- Experience with Azure SQL Database, SQL Managed Instance, or AWS RDS.

- Knowledge of NoSQL / other RDBMS (Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL).

- Exposure to CI/CD pipelines, DevOps for database deployments.

- Experience with cloud migration projects.

Education :

- Bachelors/Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

- Microsoft certifications such as MCSE: Data Management and Analytics or Azure Database Administrator Associate will be an added advantage.