Key Responsibilities:
Administer MS SQL Server databases (2012–2019) – setup, monitoring, upgrades & migrations
Implement and support High Availability (AlwaysOn, FCI, Log Shipping, Replication)
Perform Performance Tuning – query optimization, indexing, statistics
Manage Backups/Recovery – native SQL, RMAN-like tools, restore strategies
Conduct DR drills, failover testing, and capacity planning
Automate repetitive tasks using PowerShell/Shell scripting
Collaborate with dev teams for query tuning and schema refinement
Participate in audits, RCA documentation, and change management
Must-Have Skills:
Strong hands-on with SQL Server 2012/2014/2016/2019
Experience in AlwaysOn, clustering, log shipping, failover planning
Strong with T-SQL, performance tuning, SQL Profiler, DMVs
Good knowledge of Windows Server administration and security practices
Tools: SSMS, ServiceNow, SolarWinds/AppDynamics (or equivalent)
Any Graduate