Specialist System Engineer - Database Administrator

As an MS-SQL DBA L2, you will be responsible for providing 24/7 database support, including incidents, requests, and changes. This role includes on-call support during weekends and outside of regular business hours to ensure continuous database functionality. Your duties will involve offering round-the-clock assistance for critical production systems, demonstrating strong knowledge and understanding of Production Database Operations and the significance of Business As Usual (BAU) operations. You must possess a good grasp of the ITIL Framework, effective communication skills (both written and verbal), and experience in Incident Management and handling crisis calls by engaging with Vendors and Clients. Your role will require strong analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and decision-making capabilities. You should be willing to take responsibility, demonstrate problem ownership, and continuously upskill yourself on new concepts, features, and open-source technologies while also mentoring others. In this role, you will need to adapt to a rapidly changing environment, plan and execute PSU Patching & Upgradation of SQL Server, automate PSU Patching and other routine tasks, optimize queries using tools like Performance Monitor and SQL Profiler, manage account operations like login creation, and maintain security and audit parameters. Additionally, you will be responsible for tasks such as index de-fragmentation, configuration and monitoring of High Availability features, periodic database backups, SQL Agent job scheduling, and troubleshooting maintenance plans. To excel in this position, you should have strong teamwork skills, be able to work in shifts on a rotation basis, and exhibit a positive attitude. Your profile should reflect experience in Production Database Operations, Incident Management, and familiarity with ITIL Framework. Presentation skills, project management expertise, and the ability to troubleshoot data corruption issues are also essential requirements. As an ideal candidate, you should possess 5-8 years of relevant experience, hold an Engineering/MCA/Computer Science degree or post-graduation, and preferably have a relevant RDBMS certification. Experience in handling large environments with a minimum of 500+ SQL Instances and TBs of database size will be advantageous. Join us at Socit Gnrale, where we believe in the power of people to drive change and shape the future. By working together, we can make a positive impact by creating, innovating, and taking action. Our commitment to ESG principles and diversity and inclusion ensures a stimulating and caring environment where you can grow, develop your expertise, and contribute meaningfully to society. If you are looking for a workplace where you can make a difference, support ESG initiatives, and engage in solidarity actions, Socit Gnrale offers a dynamic and inclusive environment where your skills and contributions are valued.,