Database Administrator/ SQL Developer

Key Responsibilities:
Administer, maintain, and support MS SQL Server databases across development and production environments
Perform backups, restores, and manage recovery models
Conduct performance tuning and optimisation (PTO) using native monitoring tools
Implement and manage high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) solutions
Configure and maintain database servers and processes to ensure system health, availability, and security.
Approve developers' change requests for database objects such as tables, procedures, indices, constraints, triggers, and views
Assist developers in performance tuning and query optimisation
Independently troubleshoot and resolve database issues in real time
Automate routine processes, monitor database jobs, and track/document changes
Collaborate with teams to manage database transitions across multiple product lifecycle Stages.

Required Skills:
Minimum 3+ years of experience as an MS SQL Server DBA
Strong knowledge of SQL queries, stored procedures, indexes, and query plans
Proficiency in backup/restore strategies and recovery models
Solid understanding of HA/DR setups and replication techniques
Experience working in Windows Server environments
Familiarity with performance monitoring tools and techniques
Ability to work independently and resolve issues quickly and effectively
Excellent communication and collaboration skills