MSSQL Server Database Admin/Developer

Wipro•Irving, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Wipro Limited is seeking a dedicated and experienced Production SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA). This role is strictly focused on the operational support and maintenance of our production database environments, ensuring a clear separation of duties from development teams. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the stability, integrity, and performance of our critical SQL Server systems (2016 and newer). The primary function of this role is to manage the production environment and deploy pre-approved database updates and changes provided by the development teams.

Requirements

5+ years of experience as a Microsoft SQL Server Database Administrator with a strong focus on production environments.
In-depth, hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server 2016 and all subsequent versions.
Demonstrable expertise in managing SQL Server High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) technologies.
Proven experience managing and troubleshooting various SQL Server replication topologies.
Strong skills in Performance Tuning and Optimization (PTO) within a production context.
Experience working with the Windows Server operating system.
A strong understanding of separation of duties and experience working within strict change management controls.
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced operational environment.
MSSQL Database Admin
Experience: 5-8 Years

Nice To Haves

Relevant Microsoft certifications (e.g., MCTS, MCITP, MVP).
Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V).
Familiarity with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure or Amazon Web Services (AWS).
Proficiency in scripting languages for automation, particularly PowerShell.
Experience with third-party database monitoring and diagnostic tools.

Responsibilities

Solely manage and maintain production SQL Server databases (2016 and newer), ensuring maximum uptime and performance.
Deploy database scripts, code, and configuration changes provided by the development team to the production environment according to established change management protocols.
Configure, manage, and troubleshoot High Availability (HA) solutions such as Always On Availability Groups and Failover Clustering.
Manage and monitor all forms of SQL Server replication.
Proactively monitor production database systems for performance bottlenecks. Analyze and execute performance tuning and optimization as required.
Provide real-time troubleshooting and resolution for all production database incidents. Perform root cause analysis for complex problems.
Implement, manage, and regularly test backup, restore, and disaster recovery strategies for all production databases.
Ensure that all production databases adhere to company security policies and compliance requirements. Manage database access and permissions.
Refine and automate regular administrative processes. Meticulously document all production changes, procedures, and incidents.
Provide 24x7 on-call support for critical production systems. Be available for scheduled after-hours maintenance and deployments.