Microsoft SQL Server Engineer - REMOTE in US

2-6 years of SQL Server administration 2+ years of SQL Server administration 1+ year supporting DBaaS in public cloud environments Support SQL Server database operations in public cloud DBaaS environments. Perform routine database backup, restore, and patching activities. Monitor database health and performance using cloud-native monitoring tools. Assist with database provisioning and configuration using approved IaC templates. Execute database refreshes, exports, and imports. Monitor and manage: Transaction logs Database file growth TempDB and storage utilization Assist with basic performance tuning tasks: Index maintenance Execution of approved tuning scripts Support database security controls, including: Role and permission verification Encryption validation Audit logging support Follow documented operational procedures and standards. Document incidents, changes, and maintenance actions. Participate in rotating/off-shift schedules for 24x7 support. Escalate complex issues to SMEs or Leads as needed.