MS SQL Database Administrator

Job Title: MS SQL Database Administrator

Location: Coimbatore

Job Type: Full-time

Work Schedule: US Timing (6 pm to 3 am IST)

Job Description

The SQL Server DBA will be responsible for the implementation, configuration, maintenance, and performance of critical SQL Server RDBMS systems, to ensure the availability and consistent performance of our corporate applications. This is a “hands-on” position requiring solid technical skills, as well as excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Create new Microsoft SQL Server instances and configure them, including AlwaysOn availability groups and failover clustering
• Facilitate brainstorming meetings with clients to review, analyse, and assess business systems and needs
• In charge of database backup and recovery methods, database access security and integrity, physical data storage design, and data storage administration
• Configure and maintain database servers and processes, including monitoring of system health and performance, to ensure high levels of performance, availability, and security.

Skills and Qualifications

• 4+ years MS SQL Server Administration experience required
• Experience with Performance Tuning and Optimization (PTO), using native monitoring and troubleshooting tools
• Experience with backups, restores and recovery models
• Knowledge of High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) options for SQL Server
• Experience working with Windows server, including Active Directory
• Extensive knowledge in database design, implementation, and conversion
• Knowledge with SSAS, SSIS, and SSRS
• Excellent written and verbal communication