Senior SQL Server DBA

Req ID: 349064 

NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.

We are currently seeking a Senior SQL Server DBA to join our team in Bangalore, Karnātaka (IN-KA), India (IN).

MS SQL Server Database: Database Administration-DBA-Core Oracle DBA

Position Overview
At NTT DATA, we know that with the right people on board, anything is possible. The quality, integrity, and commitment of our employees are key factors in our company's growth, market presence and our ability to help our clients stay ahead of the competition. By hiring the best people and helping them grow both professionally and personally, we ensure a bright future for NTT DATA and for the people who work here. NTT DATA, Inc. currently seeks System Integration Senior Specialist to join our team in India.

System Integration Senior Specialist will be responsible for the implementation, configuration, maintenance, and performance of critical SQL Server RDBMS systems, to ensure the availability and consistent performance of our client applications. This is a “hands-on” position requiring solid technical skills, as well as excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Position General Duties and Tasks
A)    Skills & Qualifications
•    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.
•    Database performance tuning.
•    Planning, deploying, maintaining, troubleshooting of high-availability database environments (Always-On, Clustering, Mirroring, etc.).
•    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, for efficiency and cost optimization.
•    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.
•    Work directly with end customers, business stakeholders as well as technical resources.

B)    Skills & Qualifications
•    8+ years of experience on SQL Server 2008/2012/Above versions in database administration, in an enterprise environment with multiple database servers is required. 
•    Experience with Performance Tuning and Optimization (PTO), using native monitoring and troubleshooting tools
•    Experience with backups, restores and recovery models
•    Experience with database administration
•    Experience with incident and problem queue management.
•    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, problem solving skills
•    Flexible, team player, “get-it-done” personality
•    Ability to work independently, with little or no direct supervision.
•    Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment
•    Ability to multi-task and context-switch effectively between different activities and teams
•    Strong ITIL foundation, Continual Service Improvement and Total Quality Management experiences.

C)    Nice to Have: 
•    Experience in AWS RDS Service.
•    Experience in SSIS, SSRS, T-SQL.
•    Experience supporting Logical DBA activities.
•    Experience complex query tuning and schema refinement.
•    MCTS, MCITP, and/or MVP certifications a plus
•    Power shell knowledge/Experience

D)    Preferred Education:
•    Bachelors in Computer Science or equivalent.

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

Whenever possible, we hire locally to NTT DATA offices or client sites. This ensures we can provide timely and effective support tailored to each client’s needs. While many positions offer remote or hybrid work options, these arrangements are subject to change based on client requirements. For employees near an NTT DATA office or client site, in-office attendance may be required for meetings or events, depending on business needs. At NTT DATA, we are committed to staying flexible and meeting the evolving needs of both our clients and employees. NTT DATA recruiters will never ask for payment or banking information and will only use @nttdata.com and @talent.nttdataservices.com email addresses. If you are requested to provide payment or disclose banking information, please submit a contact us form, https://us.nttdata.com/en/contact-us.

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