SQL Database Administrator (DBA)

5 - 10 years

7 - 12 Lacs

Posted:-1 days ago| Platform: Naukri logo

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Job Description

We are looking for a skilled

SQL Database Administrator (DBA)

with

5+ years of hands-on experience

to manage, maintain, and optimize our on-site database systems. The DBA will be responsible for ensuring high availability, security, and performance of databases that support business-critical applications.

Key Responsibilities

  • Install, configure, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server databases (on-premise).
  • Monitor database performance, implement tuning strategies, and troubleshoot performance issues.
  • Perform backup, recovery, disaster recovery planning, and high availability setup.
  • Manage database security, access controls, and compliance with organizational policies.
  • Plan and implement database upgrades, migrations, and patch management.
  • Develop and optimize SQL queries, stored procedures, triggers, and indexes.
  • Support developers in database design, query optimization, and performance tuning.
  • Proactively monitor system health, performance, and capacity planning.
  • Document processes, standards, and database configurations.
  • Provide on-call support for database-related issues.

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong experience with

    MS SQL Server (2016/2019/2022)

    administration.
  • Expertise in

    performance tuning, query optimization, and indexing strategies

    .
  • Proficiency in

    backup/recovery tools, clustering, replication, Always On Availability Groups

    .
  • Good knowledge of

    T-SQL, SSIS, SSRS, and SQL Agent jobs

    .
  • Familiarity with

    security and compliance standards (e.g., GDPR, ISO, SOX)

    .
  • Experience with

    database monitoring tools

    (e.g., SolarWinds, Redgate, SentryOne).
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently in an on-site environment.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
  • 5+ years

    of experience as a SQL DBA (on-premise environment).
  • Hands-on experience in

    enterprise-level database management

    .
  • Certifications like

    Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate

    or

    MCSE: Data Management

    are a plus.

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