MS SQL DBA Technical Lead, Sopra Steria

Sopra Steria

Location:
India, Noida

Category:
IT - Administration

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

The SQL Server DBA will be responsible for the implementation, configuration, maintenance, and performance of critical SQL Server RDBMS systems to ensure the availability and consistent performance of corporate applications. This is a hands-on position requiring solid technical skills and excellent interpersonal and communication skills. The successful candidate will manage databases, ensure operational readiness, perform data modeling, and address incident or problem tickets while also collaborating with the team.

Job Responsibility:

Manage SQL Server databases through multiple product lifecycle environments, from development to mission-critical production systems
Configure and maintain database servers and processes, including monitoring of system health and performance, to ensure high levels of performance, availability, and security
Apply data modeling techniques to ensure development and implementation support efforts meet integration and performance expectations
Independently analyze, solve, and correct issues in real time, providing problem resolution end-to-end
Refine and automate regular processes, track issues, and document changes
Assist developers with complex query tuning and schema refinement
Provide 24x7 support for critical production systems
Perform scheduled maintenance and support release deployment activities after hours
Share domain and technical expertise, providing technical mentorship and cross-training to other peers and team members
Efficient in preparing and using SOPs and other process documents
Capable of handling analytical services (SSAS Services) also in SQL Server
Capable of handling team as well.

Requirements:

6 - 8 years MS SQL Server Administration experience required
Experience with Performance Tuning and Optimization (PTO), using native monitoring and troubleshooting tools
Experience with backups, restores and recovery models
Knowledge of High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) options for SQL Server
Experience working with Windows server, including Active Directory
Excellent written and verbal communication
Flexible, team player, 'get-it-done' personality
Ability to organize and plan work independently
Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment
Ability to multi-task and context-switch effectively between different activities and teams
MCTS, MCITP, and/or MVP certifications a plus
Ability to work in projects and bring them into RUN
Able to take ownership of complex issues and take ownership
Knowledge in other technology like MySQL, PostgreSQL etc. would be preferable.

Nice to have:

MCTS, MCITP, and/or MVP certifications
Knowledge in other technology like MySQL, PostgreSQL.

What we offer:

Commitment to fighting against all forms of discrimination
Inclusive and respectful work environment
Open to people with disabilities.

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
July 07, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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