Job Description • Strong understanding of database structures, theories, principles, and practices, as well as hands-on experience with SQL Server databases.
• Understanding the foundational processes involved in strategic design, construction, and deployment ensuring they run smoothly and efficiently under the guidance of team members.
• Assist with the steady delivery of Microsoft SQL infrastructure solutions, supporting projects and system availability.
• Install, configure, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server instances.
• Ensure database performance, availability, and security.
• Perform database backups and recovery operations.
• Analyze and sustain capacity and performance requirements.
• Tune database queries for optimal performance.
• Implement and maintain database security policies and procedures.
• Monitor system health and performance to ensure high levels of performance, availability, and security.
• Work closely with key stakeholders and internal business units.
• Play a key role in ensuring that Microsoft SQL systems are not only efficient and timely but also reflect our commitment to unwavering quality and service.
Requirements • Experience as a DBA, with a focus on Microsoft SQL Server.
• Proficient in SQL and PowerShell scripting.
• Knowledge of database backup procedures, recovery systems, and SQL Server replication.
• Familiarity with reporting tools (e.g., SQL Server Reporting Services) and ETL frameworks (e.g., SQL Server Integration Services).
• Knowledge of High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) options for SQL Server.
• Experience with advanced SQL Server features such as Always On, replication, log shipping, and clustering.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Excellent project management skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
Skills, Specialized Knowledge (Desired): • Certification as a Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA) is highly desirable.
• Experience with performance tuning and optimization using native monitoring and troubleshooting tools.
• Experience with cloud services (e.g., Azure SQL Database).
Education: • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
Experience: • At least 5 Years of experience in Database Management.
