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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in administering Microsoft SQL Server databases, including performance tuning, backup and recovery, and security management in both on-premises and cloud environments. Proficient in developing automated processes and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure database health and compliance.
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Microsoft SQL Server AdministrationAzure SQL Database ManagementT-SQL ProficiencyDatabase Performance TuningDatabase Migration Experience
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Hard Skills
Microsoft SQL ServerT-SQLDatabase AdministrationPerformance TuningBackup and RecoveryDatabase SecurityAutomation ScriptingDatabase MonitoringCapacity PlanningHigh Availability
Soft Skills
TroubleshootingAnalytical SkillsDocumentationCommunication Skills
Tools & Technologies
Azure SQL Managed InstancePowerShellAzure AutomationInfrastructure-as-Code
Industry Keywords
Cloud-Based SQL PaaSHybrid Cloud EnvironmentsIT Service ManagementChange Control ProcessesCompliance Standards
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesAzureCloudITSMMS SQL ServerSQL
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Install, configure, maintain, and support Microsoft SQL Server databases across on-premises, virtualized, and cloud environments
- Administer and support SQL PaaS solutions, including Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and other cloud-hosted database services
- Monitor database health and troubleshoot performance issues
- Optimize queries and implement performance improvements
- Manage database backups, recovery, patching, upgrades, capacity planning, and routine maintenance
- Implement database security controls and manage access permissions
- Support auditing and maintain compliance with organizational security standards
- Support database migrations, platform upgrades, and transitions from traditional SQL Server environments to cloud-based database services
- Develop and maintain scripts, automated maintenance processes, monitoring solutions, and operational documentation
- Troubleshoot database incidents and resolve technical issues
- Collaborate with infrastructure, application development, and cloud engineering teams
Requirements
What you’ll need- Experience administering Microsoft SQL Server in enterprise environments
- Familiarity with cloud-based SQL PaaS solutions, particularly Microsoft Azure SQL services
- Knowledge of SQL performance tuning, backup and recovery, high availability, and disaster recovery
- Proficiency in T-SQL and database administration tools
- Understanding of database security, access management, and monitoring practices
- Experience with database migrations, upgrades, and automation
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical, documentation, and communication skills
- Experience supporting hybrid cloud and enterprise database environments preferred
- Familiarity with PowerShell, Azure automation, and infrastructure-as-code practices preferred
- Knowledge of Azure SQL monitoring, performance management, and cost optimization preferred
- Experience working in environments with established IT service management and change control processes preferred
Benefits
Comp & perks- Discretionary annual bonus program based on performance
- Medical and dental coverage
- Disability benefits
- Retirement benefits
- Paid leave
- Paid time off
- Training and upskilling programs
- Hands-on experience and learning opportunities
- Certification opportunities across four major platforms
- Employee learning programs and access to certifications including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, and Skillsoft
- Company-wide volunteering and giving platform
- Diversity and inclusion support through Kyndryl Inclusion Networks