MS SQL Server Database Administrator

Infosys; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Infosys in Bengaluru invites a skilled MS SQL Server Database Administrator to join our production support team. You will administer large-scale SQL Server environments, implement backups, ensure DR readiness, and optimize queries.

The role requires 2–4 years of hands-on DBA experience, plus strong T‑SQL skills and familiarity with SQL Server 2016/2019/2022. Attractive rotation shifts and learning opportunities available.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of MS SQL Server DBA experience in production environments.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical abilities.
• Experience with SQL Server 2016/2019/2022.
• Ability to work in shifts / on-call support when required.

Responsibilities

• Administer, monitor, and maintain MS SQL Server databases across development, test, and production environments.
• Perform database installation, configuration, upgrades, patching, and migrations.
• Implement and manage backup, recovery, and disaster recovery procedures.
• Monitor database health, performance, and availability and proactively address issues.
• Optimize database performance through query tuning, indexing, and resource management.
• Configure and manage High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) solutions such as Always On Availability Groups, Database Mirroring, Log Shipping, Replication, Failover Clustering.
• Manage database security, user access, roles, permissions, and compliance requirements.
• Troubleshoot database-related incidents and provide L2/L3 support.
• Support application teams during deployments, releases, and database changes.
• Automate routine administrative tasks using PowerShell, T-SQL, or SQL Agent Jobs.
• Create and maintain operational documentation, SOPs, and knowledge articles.

Skills

SQL Server Administration

T‑SQL scripting

Backup & Recovery

Query Optimization

Index Management

HA & DR

Security Management

Windows Server administration

Incident/Problem/Change management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science / IT / Engineering

Tools

SSMS

Profiler

Extended Events

PowerShell

Performance Monitoring tools

Job description

MS SQL Server Required Skills

• Strong hands‑on experience in Microsoft SQL Server Administration.
• Experience with SQL Server 2016/2019/2022 environments.
• Expertise in: Database Installation & Configuration; Backup & Recovery; Database Performance Tuning; Query Optimization; Index Management; High Availability & Disaster Recovery; Security Management; Capacity Planning
• Strong knowledge of T‑SQL scripting and troubleshooting.
• Experience with SQL Server Agent, SSMS, Profiler, Extended Events, and Performance Monitoring tools.
• Knowledge of Windows Server administration fundamentals.
• Experience in incident, problem, and change management processes.

Preferred Skills

• Exposure to Azure SQL Database, Azure Managed Instance, or cloud database platforms.
• Experience with database monitoring tools such as Redgate, SolarWinds DPA, SentryOne, or similar solutions.
• Knowledge of PowerShell scripting and automation.
• Understanding of DevOps and CI/CD database deployment practices.
• ITIL Foundation certification (preferred).

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced production support environment.
• Strong ownership and customer‑centric mindset.
• Ability to work in shifts and participate in on‑call support when required.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer, monitor, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server databases across development, test, and production environments.
• Perform database installation, configuration, upgrades, patching, and migrations.
• Implement and manage backup, recovery, and disaster recovery procedures.
• Monitor database health, performance, and availability and proactively address issues.
• Optimize database performance through query tuning, indexing, and resource management.
• Configure and manage High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) solutions such as: Always On Availability Groups, Database Mirroring, Log Shipping, Replication, Failover Clustering.
• Manage database security, user access, roles, permissions, and compliance requirements.
• Troubleshoot database‑related incidents and provide L2/L3 support.
• Support application teams during deployments, releases, and database changes.
• Automate routine administrative tasks using PowerShell, T‑SQL, or SQL Agent Jobs.
• Create and maintain operational documentation, SOPs, and knowledge articles.

Primary Skill: Technology | Database Administration | MS SQL Server

Job Level: JL3

Locations: Bangalore (BLR), Chennai (CHN), Pune (PUNE)

Experience Range: 2–4 Years

Experience 2-4 years of relevant experience in MS SQL Server Database Administration.

Experience supporting production database environments with high availability requirements.