The Database Administrator will manage production SQL Server databases, ensuring their performance, security, and availability, while providing tier-two support and developing monitoring solutions.
Job Summary:
Our ideal DBA is a self-starter who has a strong background in SQL Server and experience maintaining and administering very large databases (VLDB’s) in a production setting.
Work Mode: Remote
Shift Timings: 06:30pm to 03:30am IST
Location: Mumbai – Remote
Primary Functions:
- Be responsible for administering production databases in SQL Server spanning up to terabytes in size, including ensuring availability, performance, recoverability and security of the data
- Manage the frequent incoming data feeds that populate these databases via a custom ETL process
- Provide high quality (tier-two) Production support for our clients and internal project teams
- Deploy releases and apply patches to the production environment
- Be an important part of a small-but-dedicated team of data experts
- Participate in an on-call rotation with several other DBAs
- Develop solutions for high quality monitoring and the above duties
What We Are Looking For:
- 4-5 years’ experience with SQL Server 2008 R2 and newer (2016 preferred)
- 3+ years’ experience maintaining and administering databases in a production setting
- A self-starting attitude and a strong desire to continuously learn
- A strong understanding of T-SQL and query tuning experience
- Ability to effectively manage competing priorities.
What Would Make You Stand Out:
- SQL Server BI (SSIS/SSAS/SSRS)
- PowerShell scripting
- PowerBI
- Windows Server 2016 or 2019 administration
- SQL Azure would be an added advantage
- Oracle RDBMS
- Oracle GoldenGate replication
- Databricks
Soft Skills/ Behavioural Skills:
1. Excellent Communication Skills (Written & Verbal)
2. Working Independently.
3. Critical Thinking
Benefits:
- Annual Public Holidays as applicable
- 30 days total leave per calendar year
- Mediclaim policy
- Lifestyle Rewards Program
- Group Term Life Insurance
- Gratuity
- ...and more!
Top Skills
Databricks
Oracle Goldengate
Oracle Rdbms
Power BI
Powershell
Sql Azure
SQL Server
Ssas
Ssis
Ssrs
T-Sql
Windows Server
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