Job Opening : SQL Database Administrator (L1)
Location : Mumbai (Onsite Contract)
Experience Requirement : Minimum Total Experience : 34 years
Qualification : Graduation (Computer Science, IT, or related discipline preferred)
We are looking for a Database SQL Administrator (L1) for a contractual role based in Mumbai (onsite). The candidate will be responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and supporting SQL Server environments, ensuring smooth operations and assisting in routine DBA activities.
Key Responsibilities :
- Monitor SQL Server health and performance.
- Perform database maintenance tasks (backups, restores, indexing).
- Carry out database installation, configuration, and patching.
- Respond to basic support tickets related to database issues.
- Monitor scheduled jobs and troubleshoot failures.
- Escalate issues to L2 / L3 DBAs when necessary.
- Maintain documentation of database configurations and support procedures.
- Provide on-call support under supervision.
- Participate in Disaster Recovery (DR) drills.
- Perform database refresh activities across environments.
- Assist in Always On configuration & maintenance.
- Assist in Log Shipping configuration & maintenance.
- Manage database security (user logins and access permissions).
Required Skills (Must Have) :
Strong knowledge of MS SQL Server administration.Hands-on experience in database backups, restores, and indexing.Experience with job monitoring and Understanding of Always On, Log Shipping, and DR drills.Basic knowledge of database security and user management.Nice to Have :
Exposure to automation tools or scripting (PowerShell, T-SQL).Knowledge of enterprise monitoring tools.Familiarity with ticketing systems and ITIL processes.(ref : hirist.tech)