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Inviting applications for the role of Lead Consultant – SQL Server
We are looking for an experienced Lead Consultant – SQL Server to lead end-to-end SQL Server database solutions for enterprise clients. The role requires strong technical leadership, solution architecture, performance optimization, and client consulting capabilities in mission-critical environments.
Responsibilities
Design, implement, and maintain SQL Server database infrastructure across development, testing, and production environments.
- Lead the architecture and deployment of high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) solutions using AlwaysOn, Log Shipping, and Clustering.
- Perform performance tuning, query optimization, and indexing to ensure optimal database performance.
- Lead database migration projects, including upgrades and cloud/on-prem transitions.
- Develop and implement backup strategies, disaster recovery plans, and maintenance plans.
- Collaborate with application and infrastructure teams to ensure secure, scalable, and optimized database solutions.
- Guide clients on SQL Server licensing, capacity planning, and infrastructure cost optimization.
- Provide technical leadership, mentoring junior DBAs and developers.
- Drive automation of routine DBA tasks using PowerShell, T-SQL, or other scripting tools.
- Document database designs, best practices, troubleshooting guides, and client handover materials.
Qualifications we seek in you!
Minimum Qualifications / Skills
Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Expertise in SQL Server versions 2012 through 2019/2022.
- Strong knowledge of SQL Server AlwaysOn Availability Groups, Failover Clustering, Log Shipping, and Replication.
- Deep experience in performance tuning, execution plan analysis, and query optimization.
- Experience with backup/restore strategies, database security, and encryption methods.
- Hands-on experience with PowerShell, T-SQL scripting, and job automation.
- Exposure to SSRS, SSIS, SSAS and reporting/ETL tools.
- Knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure SQL Database, AWS RDS, or Google Cloud SQL) and hybrid deployments.
- Strong consulting, documentation, and client communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications/ Skills
- Experience working in IT consulting, managed services, or client delivery models.
- Familiarity with DevOps tools, CI/CD pipelines for database deployments, and version control tools (e.g., Git)
Why join Genpact?
- Lead AI-first transformation – Build and scale AI solutions that redefine industries
- Make an impact – Drive change for global enterprises and solve business challenges that matter
- Accelerate your career—Gain hands-on experience, world-class training, mentorship, and AI certifications to advance your skills
- Grow with the best – Learn from top engineers, data scientists, and AI experts in a dynamic, fast-moving workplace
- Committed to ethical AI – Work in an environment where governance, transparency, and security are at the core of everything we build
- Thrive in a values-driven culture – Our courage, curiosity, and incisiveness - built on a foundation of integrity and inclusion - allow your ideas to fuel progress
Come join the 140,000+ coders, tech shapers, and growth makers at Genpact and take your career in the only direction that matters: Up.
Let’s build tomorrow together.
Genpact is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Genpact is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation.
Furthermore, please do note that Genpact does not charge fees to process job applications and applicants are not required to pay to participate in our hiring process in any other way. Examples of such scams include purchasing a 'starter kit,' paying to apply, or purchasing equipment or training.
