Senior Data Engineering Analyst - SQL DBA Gurgaon

Job Description: SQL Database Administrator (DBA)

Position Overview: We are seeking a skilled SQL Database Administrator (DBA) to manage and maintain our SQL Server databases, both on-premises and in the Azure cloud. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with SQL Server, Azure SQL Database, and Azure SQL Managed Instance, and will be responsible for ensuring the performance, availability, and security of our databases.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain SQL Server databases on-premises and in Azure.
• Implement and manage operational aspects of cloud-native and hybrid data platform solutions.
• Perform database backups, restores, and recovery procedures.
• Monitor database performance and optimize queries.
• Configure and manage high availability and disaster recovery (HA/DR) solutions.
• Automate routine database tasks using T-SQL and other tools.
• Collaborate with development teams to design and implement database solutions.
• Ensure database security and compliance with industry standards.
• Evaluate and implement database migration strategies between on-premises and Azure environments.

Shift Timings : 3:30pm to 12:00 am

Required Skills:

• Strong experience with SQL Server 2017 and above.
• Proficiency in Azure SQL Database and Azure SQL Managed Instance.
• Knowledge of cloud migration and HA/DR setup.
• Experience with Always on Availability Groups (AOAG) in Azure.
• Familiarity with backup and restore techniques.
• Experience with SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) and SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS).
• Understanding of Azure cloud services (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS).
• Good communication and presentation skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of network configurations, Vnets, security groups, and firewalls.
• Basic Python coding.
• Experience with setting up Auto Failover groups on SQL Managed Instances.
• Familiarity with ports, networks, and security configurations in Azure.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate.

This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about database management and cloud technologies, and who enjoys working in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

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