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Database Administrator - SQL Server

Database Administrator - SQL Server

ConfidentialAhmedabad
8 days ago
Job description

We are seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA) to manage, maintain, and optimize critical SQL Server environments. The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring the reliability, performance, and security of our database systems, both on-premises and in the cloud.

Key Responsibilities

Database Administration

  • Install, configure, and maintain SQL Server instances (on-premises and / or cloud-based)
  • Perform database backups, restores, and recovery operations
  • Manage and enforce SQL Server security including authentication, roles, and permissions
  • Implement and manage high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) solutions

Performance Tuning & Monitoring

  • Monitor database performance and troubleshoot bottlenecks and outages
  • Optimize T-SQL queries and indexes for better performance
  • Use tools such as SQL Profiler, Extended Events, and third-party solutions like Redgate or SolarWinds

    • Automation & Maintenance

  • Automate routine DBA tasks using T-SQL, PowerShell, or other scripting tools
  • Perform capacity planning, storage management, and patching
  • Collaborate with development and support teams for performance improvements and project deployments

    • Documentation & Collaboration

  • Maintain comprehensive technical documentation and standard operating procedures
  • Support database deployments and CI / CD pipelines where applicable
  • Coordinate with cloud platform teams for database hosting (Azure, AWS, or GCP)

    • Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a SQL Server DBA (SQL Server 2012 / 2016 / 2019 / 2022)
  • Proficiency in T-SQL and SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS)
  • Experience with performance tuning, query optimization, and indexing
  • Strong knowledge of backup and recovery strategies
  • Experience with HA / DR solutions like AlwaysOn, Log Shipping, and Clustering
  • Familiarity with monitoring tools (SQL Profiler, Extended Events, Redgate, SolarWinds)
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills

    • Preferred Qualifications

  • Microsoft Certified : Azure Database Administrator Associate or equivalent
  • Experience with cloud database platforms such as Azure SQL Database, AWS RDS, or SQL Managed Instance
  • Exposure to SSIS, SSRS, and SSAS
  • Knowledge of DevOps, CI / CD for database deployment
  • Familiarity with cloud-native tools and database-as-a-service models

    • Skills Required

    T-sql, Ssms, Performance Tuning, Alwayson, redgate

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