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4.0 - 7.0 years
0 - 0 Lacs
Chennai
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Job Title: SQL Server DBA Administrator Location: Chennai Experience Required: 4+ Years Employment Type: Full-Time Department: Information Technology / Database Management About the Role We are seeking a seasoned and proactive SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA) to join our dynamic IT team. The ideal candidate will bring over 4 years of hands-on experience managing mission-critical SQL Server environments in enterprise-scale ecosystems. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the performance, security, and availability of our database infrastructure, driving best-in-class data practices across our systems. Key Responsibilities Architect & Optimize: Design, implement, and maintain robust SQL Server database architectures to support high-availability enterprise applications. Administration Excellence: Perform advanced DBA tasks including installation, configuration, patching, backup & recovery, and proactive system monitoring. Performance Tuning: Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks using tools like Query Store, Execution Plans, and Index Optimization strategies. Security & Compliance: Develop and enforce database security strategies, ensuring adherence to internal policies and external regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA). Collaboration: Partner with software development, DevOps, and infrastructure teams to optimize schema design, stored procedures, and query performance. Resilience Engineering: Implement and manage high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) solutions such as Always On Availability Groups, Log Shipping, and Replication. Upgrade & Migration: Lead database upgrade and migration initiatives with minimal impact to business operations. Documentation & Standards: Create and maintain comprehensive system documentation, database runbooks, and compliance audit materials aligned with industry best practices. Mentorship: Guide and mentor junior DBAs, fostering a knowledge-sharing culture and technical excellence within the team. Required Skills & Qualifications Bachelors degree in Computer Science , Information Technology , or related field. Minimum 4 years of focused experience in SQL Server DBA roles within enterprise environments. Deep proficiency in SQL Server (2016/2019/2022) administration and infrastructure management. Proven expertise in query optimization , indexing strategies , and database performance tuning . Strong understanding of database security , including authentication (Windows/SQL), encryption (TDE), and auditing. Hands-on experience with HA/DR solutions such as Always On AGs, Database Mirroring, Replication, and Log Shipping. Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills with a proactive approach to risk mitigation. Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Preferred Certifications: Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate Microsoft Certified: Data Management and Analytics Nice to Have Experience with PowerShell scripting or automation using SQL Server Agent . Familiarity with cloud-based SQL deployments (Azure SQL, AWS RDS). Exposure to DevOps environments and CI/CD pipelines . Knowledge of monitoring tools like Redgate, SolarWinds DPA, or SQL Sentry. Why Join Us? Work with cutting-edge technologies in a fast-paced and intellectually stimulating environment. Collaborate with a world-class team of engineers, architects, and data professionals. Grow your expertise with access to continuous learning opportunities, certifications, and hands-on projects. Competitive compensation package, flexible work arrangements, and a strong culture of technical excellence.
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