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Infosys SQL Server Database Administrator Interview Questions, Process, and Tips

Updated 5 Sep 2024

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Infosys SQL Server Database Administrator Interview Experiences

4 interviews found

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Mar 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Sql,databasemanagement System

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(6 Questions)

  • Q1. Self interoduction
  • Q2. What is your strength
  • Ans. 

    My strength lies in my ability to troubleshoot and optimize SQL Server databases efficiently.

    • Strong knowledge of SQL Server architecture and best practices

    • Experience in performance tuning and query optimization

    • Ability to troubleshoot and resolve database issues quickly and effectively

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is your weekness
  • Ans. 

    My weakness is sometimes I can be overly critical of my own work.

    • I tend to be a perfectionist and can spend too much time on a task

    • I am working on improving my ability to delegate tasks to others

    • I have been taking steps to practice self-compassion and not be too hard on myself

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Why should you hire
  • Ans. 

    I have the necessary skills, experience, and passion to excel in this role.

    • I have extensive experience in managing SQL Server databases, including performance tuning, backup and recovery, and security.

    • I am proficient in writing complex SQL queries and stored procedures to optimize database performance.

    • I have a strong understanding of database design principles and normalization techniques.

    • I am proactive in staying up-t...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Why do you want to job
  • Ans. 

    I am passionate about managing and optimizing databases to ensure smooth operations and data integrity.

    • I have a strong background in database administration and enjoy working with SQL Server.

    • I am motivated by the challenge of ensuring data security and performance.

    • I believe my skills and experience make me a strong fit for this role.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. What is your goal in life
  • Ans. 

    My goal in life is to continuously learn, grow, and make a positive impact on others.

    • Constantly seek new opportunities for personal and professional development

    • Strive to make a difference in the lives of those around me

    • Set and achieve meaningful goals to fulfill my potential

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - i am interested in infosys company, because i improve the skils developed

I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed in Oct 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Company have a good skills in sql server DBA
  • Q2. I have certificate of sql server DBA and i'll do it.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - i honestly share my answer interview is my week point but i have a skills and i am fresher.

SQL Server Database Administrator Interview Questions Asked at Other Companies

asked in Infosys
Q1. What is the resource database and system database in sql server
asked in Infosys
Q2. How many types backup is available in sql server.
Q3. Different types of joining, Aggregrade functions, Having Clauses, ... read more
asked in Infosys
Q4. what is recovery model in sql server.
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Q5. What do you know about database.

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Apr 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 
Round 2 - Coding Test 

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Ddl commands dml set operaters

I appeared for an interview before Sep 2016.

Interview Questionnaire 

8 Questions

  • Q1. Tell me something about your self.
  • Ans. 

    I am a dedicated and experienced SQL Server DBA with a strong background in database management and optimization.

    • Over 5 years of experience in SQL Server database administration

    • Proficient in performance tuning, backup and recovery, and security management

    • Skilled in troubleshooting and resolving database issues

    • Certified in SQL Server administration (e.g. MCSA: SQL Server)

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Have you any experience.
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I have experience working as a SQL Server DBA for 5 years.

    • Managed and maintained SQL Server databases

    • Performed database backups and restores

    • Optimized database performance

    • Implemented security measures

    • Troubleshooted and resolved database issues

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is your expectation
  • Ans. 

    My expectation is to contribute my expertise in SQL Server administration to optimize database performance and ensure data integrity.

    • Optimizing database performance through index tuning and query optimization

    • Implementing security measures to protect sensitive data

    • Monitoring database health and performance using tools like SQL Server Profiler

    • Troubleshooting and resolving database issues in a timely manner

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What do you know about database.
  • Ans. 

    A database is a structured collection of data that is organized and stored for easy access, retrieval, and management.

    • A database is used to store and manage large amounts of data.

    • It provides a way to organize and structure data for efficient storage and retrieval.

    • Databases use tables to store data in rows and columns.

    • SQL (Structured Query Language) is commonly used to interact with databases.

    • Databases can be relational...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. What is sql server.
  • Ans. 

    SQL Server is a relational database management system developed by Microsoft.

    • Developed by Microsoft

    • Used for storing and retrieving data

    • Supports SQL language for querying and managing databases

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. What is the resource database and system database in sql server
  • Ans. 

    The resource database is a read-only system database that stores system objects and metadata for SQL Server. System databases are essential for the functioning of SQL Server.

    • The resource database is hidden and cannot be accessed directly by users or administrators.

    • It contains all the system objects that are included with SQL Server, such as system views and stored procedures.

    • The resource database is used to upgrade sys...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. How many types backup is available in sql server.
  • Ans. 

    There are 4 types of backups available in SQL Server: Full, Differential, Transaction Log, and File/Filegroup.

    • Full backup: It backs up the entire database including all data and objects.

    • Differential backup: It backs up only the changes made since the last full backup.

    • Transaction Log backup: It backs up the transaction log, allowing point-in-time recovery.

    • File/Filegroup backup: It backs up individual files or filegroups

  • Answered by AI
  • Q8. What is recovery model in sql server.
  • Ans. 

    Recovery model in SQL Server determines how transactions are logged and how the database can be restored.

    • There are three recovery models in SQL Server: Simple, Full, and Bulk-Logged.

    • Simple recovery model automatically truncates the transaction log and only allows restoring to the most recent full or differential backup.

    • Full recovery model logs all transactions and allows restoring to a specific point in time using tran...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: HR Interview
Experience: This round was around 10 to 15 minute. I felt very easy and enjoying.

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: Database is a collection of data.This is a entity of any rdbms.table,view stored procedure and trigger are the object of the data base. we can create user in database and merge with login so that any user can connect to data and databse.

sql server is relational database management system, which is used to access and manipulate the data from database.

we have four types of system database master,model,msdb,tempdb and one is resource databse.

we have four types of backup full, differential, transactional log backup,and one is copy only backup.

Round: Test
Duration: 1 hour
Total Questions: 45

Skills evaluated in this interview

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I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed before Sep 2020. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. A lot questions.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - I came in HCL without any reference, Randomly I came to give interview. there were total 3 rounds I faced. 1 Round Technical. 2nd Technial. 3 HR . For clearing technical round in HCL you should be technically strong. My 1st round took more than a hour and 2nd round took nearly 45 mins. Your basics should be clear and strong.

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed before Apr 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Standard Aptitude questions

Round 2 - Coding Test 

Based on strings and array

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Background questions and technical questions related to problem solved

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Mindtree is one of the best companies, i really miss working there.
It's more on your self development and your carrier.

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed before Jun 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. C#,asp.net mvc,.net core

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Please go through glassdoor interview questions

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Oct 2020. There were 5 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Basic Question about your job profile.Question about your previous project

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident and if you dot know answer of any question then sey it instead of giving wrong answer

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Jul 2019. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Main focous on java and selenium.if you have devops knowledge then good to have..
  • Q2. Framework design,oops concept, challange you face,roles and responsibilities,agile concept etc...

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident, focous on core Java,do good practice to identify elements, analyse the things before you respond,be more practical,raise the concern once you stuck,try to find the solution from your end before you ask for Help,...

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Jun 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Work Experience?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Interview is not an hour of time, it's about what you are, where you put in the efforts, learnings and goal of your life.. Also, tough times tests us, build us and shows how and where to go.. My only suggestion is Keep Learning which motivates us, no matter in what condition we are in.. All the best..

Infosys Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Infosys SQL Server Database Administrator interview?
Infosys interview process usually has 2 rounds. The most common rounds in the Infosys interview process are Aptitude Test, Coding Test and One-on-one Round.
How to prepare for Infosys SQL Server Database Administrator interview?
Go through your CV in detail and study all the technologies mentioned in your CV. Prepare at least two technologies or languages in depth if you are appearing for a technical interview at Infosys. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Infosys expect are SQL DBA, SQL Server Administration, SQL Server DBA and SQL Server Dba.
What are the top questions asked in Infosys SQL Server Database Administrator interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the Infosys SQL Server Database Administrator interview -

  1. What is the resource database and system database in sql ser...read more
  2. How many types backup is available in sql serv...read more
  3. what is recovery model in sql serv...read more

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