SQL Server Administrator

Key Job Responsibilities includes the below:

• Support, configure, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server databases across development, testing, and production environments.
• Perform regular backups, restores, and disaster recovery processes to ensure data availability and integrity.
• Monitor and manage database performance, availability, and capacity planning.
• Identify and troubleshoot database performance bottlenecks using monitoring tools.
• Perform query optimization, index management, and database tuning to improve system performance.
• Analyze and resolve slow-running queries and stored procedures.
• Set up and configure database monitoring tools to track system health and performance.
• Plan and implement patches and upgrades for SQL Server databases.
• Automate routine tasks such as backups, monitoring, and reporting.
• Facilitate the timely resolution of database-related incidents and problems, minimizing the impact on business operations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience working with SQL Server databases.
• Proficiency in SQL programming, scripting and database design.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in project management, change management, and incident/problem management.
• Knowledge of IT service management frameworks (e.g., ITIL) and best practices.

IT Certifications & Experience:

• Exam 70-764: Administering a SQL Database Infrastructure
• Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server (2016 or later).
• Proficiency in SQL query writing, stored procedures, and performance tuning.
• Knowledge of SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), and SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS).
• Strong knowledge of maintaining and supporting MS SharePoint, Power Platforms applications would be added points.

Job Type: Full-time