SQL Server Database Administrator

ProArch

SQL Server Database Administrator managing and securing enterprise SQL Server environments for client experience operations. Optimizing performance, HA/DR, Azure SQL workloads, automation, and production support.

Posted 8/5/2026contractRemote • 🇮🇳 IndiaSeniorLeadWebsite

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in SQL Server management, including performance tuning, backup and recovery strategies, and security implementations. Proficient in automating tasks and supporting Azure SQL environments while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

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SQL Server DBA ExperiencePerformance TuningBackup And Recovery StrategiesSQL Server Security FeaturesAzure SQL Support

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Hard Skills

SQL Server ManagementPerformance TuningBackup And RecoveryAlways On Availability GroupsLog ShippingReplicationT-SQL ScriptingPowerShell AutomationDisaster RecoverySQL Server Security

Soft Skills

Troubleshooting AbilityCommunication SkillsOwnership Mindset

Tools & Technologies

SQL Server 2012SQL Server 2014SQL Server 2016SQL Server 2017SQL Server 2019Azure SQL DatabaseManaged InstanceSQL On Azure VM

Industry Keywords

Database AdministrationPerformance Health ChecksCapacity PlanningCI/CD InitiativesProduction Environments

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and support SQL Server environments (2012–2022) across production and non-production systems
Perform advanced performance tuning using execution plans, Query Store, DMVs, and wait statistics
Troubleshoot complex database issues including locking, blocking, deadlocks, memory grants, TempDB, and I/O bottlenecks
Design and maintain backup and recovery strategies, including point-in-time recovery and disaster recovery drills
Implement and support HA/DR solutions including Always On Availability Groups, Failover Clusters, Log Shipping, Replication, and CDC
Execute SQL Server upgrades, patching, and version migrations with minimal downtime
Implement and maintain SQL Server security features including TDE, encryption, auditing, and role-based access control
Automate routine maintenance and monitoring tasks using T-SQL, SQL Agent, and PowerShell
Support Azure SQL workloads including Azure SQL Database, Managed Instance, and SQL on Azure VM
Drive incident resolution, root cause analysis, and long-term preventive improvements
Collaborate with development, infrastructure, and security teams on controlled production deployments and CI/CD initiatives
Conduct proactive monitoring, capacity planning, and regular performance health checks

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of hands-on SQL Server DBA experience in production environments
Strong expertise in SQL Server architecture and internals, including Buffer Pool, Plan Cache, Transaction Log, and TempDB
Advanced query and server-level performance tuning skills
Deep understanding of Always On AGs, FCI, Replication, CDC, and Log Shipping
Strong experience with backup, restore, and disaster recovery scenarios
Solid knowledge of SQL Server security and compliance controls
Experience with automation and scripting using T-SQL and PowerShell
Working knowledge of Azure SQL and monitoring tools
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field, or equivalent experience
Strong troubleshooting ability, communication skills, and ownership mindset

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Manage and support SQL Server environments (2012–2022) across production and non-production systems
Perform advanced performance tuning using execution plans, Query Store, DMVs, and wait statistics
Troubleshoot complex database issues including locking, blocking, deadlocks, memory grants, TempDB, and I/O bottlenecks
Design and maintain backup and recovery strategies, including point-in-time recovery and disaster recovery drills
Implement and support HA/DR solutions including Always On Availability Groups, Failover Clusters, Log Shipping, Replication, and CDC
Execute SQL Server upgrades, patching, and version migrations with minimal downtime
Implement and maintain SQL Server security features including TDE, encryption, auditing, and role-based access control
Automate routine maintenance and monitoring tasks using T-SQL, SQL Agent, and PowerShell
Support Azure SQL workloads including Azure SQL Database, Managed Instance, and SQL on Azure VM
Drive incident resolution, root cause analysis, and long-term preventive improvements
Collaborate with development, infrastructure, and security teams on controlled production deployments and CI/CD initiatives
Conduct proactive monitoring, capacity planning, and regular performance health checks 🎯 Requirements
7+ years of hands-on SQL Server DBA experience in production environments
Strong expertise in SQL Server architecture and internals, including Buffer Pool, Plan Cache, Transaction Log, and TempDB
Advanced query and server-level performance tuning skills
Deep understanding of Always On AGs, FCI, Replication, CDC, and Log Shipping
Strong experience with backup, restore, and disaster recovery scenarios
Solid knowledge of SQL Server security and compliance controls
Experience with automation and scripting using T-SQL and PowerShell
Working knowledge of Azure SQL and monitoring tools
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field, or equivalent experience
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