SQL Server Database Administrator

MSCI Inc; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

MSCI Inc in Maharashtra, India, seeks an experienced Database Administrator to install, configure, monitor, and optimize MS SQL Server databases. You will design backup strategies, manage security, and support production systems with 24/7 assistance.

Collaboration with DBAs, developers and SRE is essential, with a focus on cloud tech and DevOps pipelines. The role emphasizes maintenance, incident resolution, and growth planning to ensure data integrity and high availability in a scalable

Qualifications

• Knowledge of SQL script and MS SQL Server database technology.
• Understanding of database concepts such as tables, indexes, queries and relationship.
• Familiarity with database management tools and basic admin tasks like backups, restores and monitoring.
• OS knowledge (Windows and Linux).
• DevOps Pipeline knowledge mandatory.
• 5+ years experience in cloud technologies preferable.

Responsibilities

• Database installation, configuration, and environment optimization.
• Monitor performance, troubleshoot bottlenecks, and tune queries.
• Design and test backup and disaster recovery strategies.
• Manage security, access, and encryption; ensure regulatory compliance.
• Apply patches, perform maintenance, and support release deployments.
• Troubleshoot incidents and provide 24/7 support for production systems.
• Collaborate with developers, DBAs, and SRE for efficiency improvements.
• Plan capacity and strategy for future growth.

Skills

SQL scripting

MS SQL Server

DevOps Pipeline

Cloud technologies

Windows OS

Linux OS

Database performance tuning

Query optimization

Monitoring basics

Tools

DataDog

SCOM

SNOW

Job description

Your Team Responsibilities

• Database installation and Configurations: Setting up and configuring SQL Server databases including hardware and software requirements, initial database setup and environment optimization based on existing instances and new business needs
• Performance Monitoring and Tuning: Continuously monitoring system health, and analyzing performance bottlenecks, suggesting query improvements, and optimizing indexing and high availability and responsiveness
• Backup and Recovery: Designing, implementing, and regularly testing backup and disaster recovery strategies to protect data integrity and minimize downtime
• Security and Access Management: Managing user access, permissions, and authentication; enforcing security policies, implementing encryption and ensuring compliance and regulatory standards
• Database Maintenance: Applying patches and upgrades, performing scheduled maintenance, and supporting release deployment to keep system secure and up to date
• Incident and Problem Management: Troubleshooting and resolving database issues, supporting incident responses, and providing 24/7 support for critical production system
• Collab and support: Assisting developers with query tuning and database design; supporting end users and business projects
• Planning for Growth: Assessing capacity needs, planning for future expansion and recommending upgrades and changes

Your Key Responsibilities

Supporting routine operations, learning and developing required skills for tools DataDog, SCOM, SNOW while contributing to teams' effectiveness

• Assisting with Database Installation and Configuration
• Performing Regular Backups and Recovery Procedures
• Monitoring Database Performance
• Troubleshooting and Issue Resolution
• Document and Reporting
• Support User Access and Security Management
• Collab with DBA, appdev and SRE team Members

Your Skills And Experience That Will Help You Excel

• Knowledge of SQL script and experience in MS SQL Server database technology
• Understanding of database concepts such as tables, indexes, queries and relationship
• Familiarity with database management tools and basic admin tasks like backups, restores and monitoring
• OS knowledge (Windows and Linux)
• DevOps Pipeline knowledge mandatory
• 5+ years experience in cloud technologies preferable

About MSCI

What we offer you

• Transparent compensation schemes and comprehensive employee benefits, tailored to your location, ensuring your financial security, health, and overall wellbeing.
• Flexible working arrangements, advanced technology, and collaborative workspaces.
• A culture of high performance and innovation where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results.
• A global network of talented colleagues, who inspire, support, and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients.
• Global Orientation program to kickstart your journey, followed by access to our Learning@MSCI platform, AI Learning Center , LinkedIn Learning Pro and tailored learning opportunities for ongoing skills development.
• Multi-directional career paths that offer professional growth and development through new challenges, internal mobility and expanded roles.
• We actively nurture an environment that builds a sense of inclusion belonging and connection, including eight Employee Resource Groups. All Abilities, Asian Support Network, Black Leadership Network, Climate Action Network, Hola! MSCI, Pride & Allies, Women in Tech, and Women’s Leadership Forum.

At MSCI we are passionate about what we do, and we are inspired by our vision – to power better decisions. You’ll be part of an industry-leading network of creative, curious, and entrepreneurial pioneers. This is a space where you can challenge yourself, set new standards and perform beyond expectations for yourself, our clients, and our industry.

MSCI strengthens global markets by connecting participants across the financial ecosystem with a common language. Our research-based data, analytics and indexes, supported by advanced technology, set standards for global investors and help our clients understand risks and opportunities so they can make better decisions and unlock innovation. We serve asset managers and owners, private-market sponsors and investors, hedge funds, wealth managers, banks, insurers and corporates.

MSCI Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected parental leave), veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. MSCI is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please email [e-mail] and indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Please note, this e‑mail is intended only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation; it is not intended for other inquiries.