Senior Database Administrator - SQL Server (5-7 yrs)

Responsibilities :

- Design, implement, and manage database solutions to meet the evolving needs of the business, adhering to internal security protocols.

- Provide comprehensive post-implementation support for database deployments, troubleshooting issues and ensuring user satisfaction.

- Oversee the timely delivery of database services, maintaining high uptime and availability for internal and external clients.

- Champion the adoption of new database technologies and open-source solutions to optimize our infrastructure.

- Possess in-depth expertise in Microsoft SQL Server (primary focus) and Oracle Database platforms, with hands-on experience in administration tasks.

- Manage and optimize SQL AlwaysOn Availability Groups for disaster recovery and high availability.

- Perform essential SQL Server administration tasks, including backups, recovery, installations, and patching.

- Identify and resolve database performance bottlenecks, implementing tuning strategies for optimal efficiency.

- Enforce robust database security measures to safeguard sensitive data and maintain system integrity.

- Manage Oracle database environments, including installations, patching, backups, and recovery procedures.

- Conduct regular database capacity management activities, including purging and other maintenance tasks.

- Stay up-to-date with the latest database technologies and industry best practices.

- Collaborate effectively with developers, system administrators, and other IT professionals to ensure database alignment with business requirements.

- Document database configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps for future reference.

Qualifications :

- 5+ years of demonstrably successful experience as a Database Administrator in a large-scale enterprise environment.

- Proven expertise in Microsoft SQL Server administration, including AlwaysOn Availability Groups.

- In-depth knowledge of Oracle Database administration, covering installations, patching, backups, and recovery.

- Strong understanding of database security principles and best practices for data protection.

- Experience with database performance tuning and optimization techniques.

- Experience with database capacity management and maintenance procedures.

- Proficiency in writing SQL queries and scripts for database management tasks.

- Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

- A commitment to continuous learning and staying abreast of the latest database technologies