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Database Administrator, SQL Server, Microsoft Azure
AtkinsRéalis. Perform operational DBA duties, including installation, database upgrades, patching, environment cloning, backup and recovery procedures, monitoring, capacity planning, performance tuning, and site failover/switchover.
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates extensive experience in Microsoft SQL Server Database Administration, including performance tuning, troubleshooting, and managing high-volume, 24/7 environments. Proficient in database design, architecture, and continuous improvement practices within complex enterprise settings.
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Microsoft SQL Server DBAMicrosoft Azure ExperiencePerformance TuningHigh Availability TechnologiesRelational Database Architecture
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Hard Skills
Database InstallationBackup and Recovery ProceduresCapacity PlanningSite Failover/SwitchoverT-SQLSSIS Package DeploymentIncident ManagementProblem ManagementDatabase OptimizationRisk Management
Soft Skills
Excellent Communication SkillsStrong Presentation SkillsAnalytical AbilitiesCollaborationOwnership and Accountability
Tools & Technologies
Azure PaaSIaaS PlatformsFailover ClustersAvailability GroupsBusiness Applications
Industry Keywords
24/7 OperationsService ManagementContinuous ImprovementOperational DBA DutiesComplex Enterprise Environments
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesAzureOracleSQLSSIS
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Perform operational DBA duties, including installation, database upgrades, patching, environment cloning, backup and recovery procedures, monitoring, capacity planning, performance tuning, and site failover/switchover.
- Design, architect, and build Microsoft SQL databases from business requirements through planning and deployment of test and production systems.
- Interface with application development teams to resolve application and database-related issues.
- Participate in 24/7/365 operations within a business-critical environment.
- Work closely with global teams.
- Manage multiple applications, service areas, and projects simultaneously to ensure timely response, quality delivery, and issue resolution.
- Support continuous improvement through optimization of systems and processes for existing and new applications and services.
Requirements
What you’ll need- Minimum 6 years of related experience.
- 6 years of experience as a SQL Server DBA, with hands-on Microsoft Azure experience.
- Significant knowledge of SQL Server and ability to work directly on live systems.
- Good working knowledge of High Availability technologies, including Failover Clusters and Availability Groups.
- At least 3 years of experience working in a 24/7 environment alongside developers and other stakeholders.
- Strong understanding of relational database architecture concepts.
- Strong performance tuning and troubleshooting skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong hands-on experience administering large, high-volume, 24/7 SQL platforms.
- Experience implementing and managing databases in complex enterprise environments involving business applications and third-party products, solutions, and technologies.
- Ability to manage multiple deliverables, including deployments, builds, scheduled batch activities or jobs, incident management, and problem management.
- Ability to communicate technical issues to business leaders and business requirements to engineering teams.
- Proven analytical abilities and experience using data and facts for decision-making.
- Good working knowledge of database technologies leveraging IaaS and PaaS platforms.
- Good understanding of ITIL and Service Management.
- Strong presentation skills and excellent work ethic.
- Experience and understanding of risk management and risk mitigation activities.
- Proven experience in delivering process efficiencies and continuous improvements.
- Clear and fluent English communication skills, verbal and written.
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with remote teams.
- Demonstrated ownership and accountability for relevant products and services.
- Ability to plan, prioritize, and complete work independently while remaining a collaborative team player.
- Willingness to engage with and work across other technologies.
- Four-year university degree or college diploma in Computer Science, and/or 6 years of equivalent work experience.
- Desirable skills: Oracle Database Administration, Azure PaaS (SQL Database and Managed Instance), T-SQL, and SSIS Package Deployment.
Benefits
Comp & perks- Comprehensive life insurance coverage.
- Premium medical insurance for you and your dependents.
- Generous annual leave balance.
- Flexible and hybrid work solutions.
- Remote work opportunities outside of country.
- Company gratuity scheme.
- Discretionary bonus program.
- Relocation assistance.
- Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.
- Opportunities to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for your impact.