Database Administrator - SQL Server (5-8 yrs)

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Database Administrator (DBA) to manage and support our database environments.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining the performance, integrity, and security of our databases.

You will work closely with other IT team members and stakeholders to ensure our data systems operate efficiently and meet business needs.

Education :

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

- A Master's degree or relevant certifications (e., Oracle DBA, Microsoft SQL Server Certified) is a plus.

Experience :

- Proven experience as a Database Administrator or similar role, with at least 5+ years of experience managing database systems.

- Hands-on experience with major DBMS platforms (e., Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).

Technical Skills :

- Proficiency in SQL for querying and managing databases.

- Knowledge of database design, data modelling, and normalization.

- Experience with database performance tuning and optimization techniques.

- Familiarity with database security practices and compliance requirements.

- Experience with database backup and recovery procedures.

Additional Skills :

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

- Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

- Experience with cloud-based database services (e., AWS RDS, Google Cloud SQL) and big data technologies (e., Hadoop) is a plus.

Responsibilities :

- Install, configure, and maintain database software and related tools.

- Monitor database performance and ensure optimal resource utilization.

- Perform routine maintenance tasks, including patching, upgrades, and backups.

- Implement and manage database security measures to protect sensitive data.

- Analyze database performance metrics and identify bottlenecks.

- Develop and implement performance tuning strategies to improve query efficiency and overall system responsiveness.

- Optimize database configurations and indexing strategies.

- Participate in database design and data modeling activities.

- Ensure data integrity and consistency through proper normalization and data validation.

- Develop and maintain database documentation, including data dictionaries and schema diagrams.

- Design and implement robust backup and recovery procedures.

- Perform regular database backups and test recovery processes to ensure data availability.

- Manage disaster recovery planning and execution. Implement and enforce database security policies and procedures.

- Ensure compliance with relevant data privacy regulations and industry standards.

- Conduct security audits and vulnerability assessments.

- Provide technical support and troubleshooting for database-related issues.

- Collaborate with developers, system administrators, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless database integration.

- Participate in on-call rotations and respond to critical database incidents.