SQL Server DBA

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#### Key Responsibilities:

* Monitor, maintain, and optimize the performance of SQL Server databases (on-prem and cloud) in 24x7 rotational shift model.

* Implement and support AlwaysON Availability Groups, Replication, and SQL Server Clustering.

* Manage and troubleshoot issues in both Managed and Unmanaged Azure SQL databases.

* Provide expertise in Azure IAAS, PAAS, and SAAS environments for SQL-based solutions.

* Implement database security, backups, disaster recovery, and high availability strategies.

* Automate routine tasks using PowerShell scripting and other DevOps practices is a plus.

* Conduct root cause analysis and provide long-term solutions for database issues.

* Work closely with development and infrastructure teams to support deployment pipelines and SQL optimization.

* Expertise in SQL Server migration strategies, including in-place and side-by-side upgrades, as well as installation, patching, 

  and troubleshooting across various SQL Server versions.

 Required Skills & Experience:

* 5+ years of hands-on experience as a SQL Server DBA.

* Proficiency with SQL Server all versions and related tools.

* Strong experience with performance tuning, query optimization, and index management.

* Deep knowledge and troubleshooting skills on Always On, SQL Server Clustering, and Replication.

* Experience managing Azure SQL (IAAS & PAAS) databases.

* Good understanding of Azure SAAS integration models for SQL solutions.

* Strong scripting experience with PowerShell for task automation.

* Solid understanding of backup strategies, disaster recovery, and high availability.

* Excellent communication, documentation, and troubleshooting skills.

* Knowledge of other cloud platforms (OCI, AWS) is a plus.

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