SQL Database Administrator Remote

Job Tite: Junior SQL Database Administrator Remote

Industry: Information TechnologyWorking Hours: US Hours 6pm onwardsWorking Days: Mon to FriLocation: Remote (Pakistan)

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage and monitor SQL Server databases to ensure optimal performance, availability, and security.
• Implement and maintain database backup and recovery strategies to minimize data loss and downtime.
• Perform regular database maintenance tasks, such as index rebuilding, query optimization, and database tuning
• Proactively identify and resolve database performance issues and bottlenecks.
• Collaborate with developers, system administrators, and other stakeholders to ensure efficient and effective use of database resources.
• Develop and implement database security policies and procedures to protect sensitive data.
• Monitor and analyse database performance metrics and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Plan and execute database migration and upgrade projects.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database-related problems in a timely manner.
• Document database configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps.

SQL Server DBA Required Skills

· Strong experience as a SQL Server DBA.

• In-depth knowledge of SQL Server database administration, including database design, installation, configuration, and maintenance.
• Proficiency in writing complex SQL queries, stored procedures, triggers, and functions.
• Experience with database performance tuning and optimization techniques.
• Familiarity with high availability and disaster recovery solutions, such as database mirroring, log shipping, and clustering.
• Knowledge of database security best practices and the ability to implement and enforce security measures.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

· Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Required Qualification:

· Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.

• Certification in SQL Server administration (e.g., MCSA: SQL Server or MCSE: Data Management and Analytics) is preferred.
• 6 to 8 years of Proven experience in managing large-scale SQL Server databases in a production environment.
• Understanding of relational database management systems and their principles.
• Experience in MS Azure
• Familiarity with industry best practices and emerging trends in SQL Server database administration.
• Ability to work independently and effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks.

· Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.