SQL Database Administrator

Infosys; Arizona; On-site; USD 85,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Infosys is seeking an Infrastructure Consultant 2 to join our Cloud unit in the United States. You will resolve complex incidents, assess IT infrastructure, and design scalable solutions while coordinating deployments across on-site and offshore teams.

Focus areas include SQL Server clustering, Always On, SSIS/SSRS/SSAS, and Azure Data Factory. Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration are essential for success in a dynamic, client-facing role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in a related field; equivalent experience considered.
• Experience supporting 24/7 production environments and rotation shifts.
• Strong understanding of SQL Server, clustering, and Always On availability groups.
• Familiarity with SSIS/SSRS/SSAS and Azure Data Factory for data integration.
• Proficient in performance tuning, capacity planning, and backup/restore strategies.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal and client teams to resolve incidents and document preventive actions.
• Evaluate client IT infrastructure and prepare actionable assessment reports.
• Design scalable, cost-efficient infrastructure solutions and document deployments.
• Coordinate releases, deployments, and post-deployment testing with version control.
• Schedule maintenance, implement emergency fixes, and coordinate upgrades.
• Analyze performance data, support capacity planning, and optimize system behavior.
• Conduct security checks and compliance audits; implement continuity plans.
• Develop knowledge repositories and liaise with onsite, offshore, and vendor teams.

Skills

Communication

Incident management

IT infrastructure assessment

Deployment management

Automation

Cross-functional collaboration

PowerShell

Education

Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent

Tools

SQL Server

SSIS

SSRS

SSAS

Azure Data Factory

SQL Server Clustering

Always On

SQL Profiler

Database Tuning Advisor

Job description

Overview

The Infosys Cloud unit is dedicated to empowering enterprises with innovative cloud solutions that drive digital transformation and operational excellence. We specialize in leveraging advanced cloud technologies and AI-driven insights to create scalable, secure, and resilient infrastructures. Our solutions enable organizations to achieve agility, efficiency, and sustainable growth in a hyperconnected world. Join us to be part of a pioneering team at the forefront of cloud and AI innovation. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies, collaborate with industry experts, and contribute to transformative projects that shape the future of business. We are committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth, ensuring that our team members thrive in a dynamic and supportive environment. If you're passionate about cloud and AI, and eager to make a significant impact, the Infosys Cloud unit is the perfect place for you to grow and excel.

In the assigned Job Role of Infrastructure Consultant 2, your Area Of Responsibility will be as below:

• Collaborate with internal and client teams to resolve complex incidents, conduct root cause analyses, and document findings with preventive recommendations
• Participate in evaluation of client IT infrastructure, prepare actionable assessment reports, and support due diligence to document infrastructure maturity and improvement opportunities
• Contribute to the design of scalable, cost-effective IT infrastructure solutions, review reusable components, and develop technical documentation for deployed systems
• Align release schedules and environment readiness, execute deployments as per protocols, perform post-deployment testing, and manage version control to track changes
• Co-ordinate maintenance schedules, emergency fixes, and technology upgrades while ensuring uninterrupted integration into existing systems and processes
• Facilitate performance data analysis across systems, coordinate insights on system behavior, and support capacity planning to optimize performance
• Conduct security checks, recovery drills, and compliance audits, implement security measures, and coordinate continuity plans to maintain adherence to standards
• Gather feedback to identify automation opportunities, analyze existing infrastructure processes, and propose enhancements for efficiency gains
• Act as liaison with onsite, offshore, and vendor teams to document project requirements, ensuring effective collaboration
• Develop a centralized repository of technical and procedural knowledge, leveraging insights from other projects to drive efficiency and retain organizational expertise

Your contribution to the team:

• A collaborative spirit and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to handle complex incidents and implement resolutions
• A knack for conducting IT infrastructure assessment and identifying key optimization opportunities
• Focused approach towards deployment management, system optimization, and process automation initiatives including sector specific focus
• The ability to work with cross-functional teams

Required Skill and Experience

• Candidate must be available to work exclusively for PST time zone and be prepared to operate on rotating shift schedules to ensure 24/7/365 support coverage which includes weekends and holidays.
• Shift timings:
• Shift 1: 3 AM to 12 PM PST
• Shift 2: 11 AM to 8 PM PST
• Shift 3: 7 PM to 4 AM PST
• Install and configure Microsoft SQL Server, including SQL Server Clustering and Always On Availability Groups.
• Perform capacity planning based on database growth patterns.
• Troubleshoot SQL Server clustering environments; monitor and maintain database systems, address issues, and perform performance tuning.
• Perform database upgrades to different SQL Server versions and handle database migrations.
• Use tools such as SQL Profiler, Database Tuning Advisor, and Execution Plans for database tuning and index recommendations; generate traces and execution plans, identify performance issues, deadlocks, and contention, and resolve them.
• Develop and implement solutions for database backup, restoration, and replication.
• Knowledge of SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS), and Azure Data Factory (ADF).

Preferred Skill and Experience

• Experience withtools like SolarWinds DPA, Delphix. andBackup and restore tools like EMC Networker, Commvault
• PowerShell programming
• Planning and Co-ordination skills
• Experience of Mergers and Acquisitions will be an added advantage
• Good Communication and Analytical skills

Additional Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent required from an accredited institution. Will also consider three years of progressive experience in the specialty in lieu of every year of education.
• This position may require relocation and/or travel to work/project location.
• Candidates authorized to work for any employer in the United States without employer-based visa sponsorship are welcome to apply. Infosys is unable to provide immigration sponsorship for this role now or in the future.

EEO/About Us

Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Infosys employee you are also eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
• Insurance (Accident, Critical Illness , Hospital Indemnity, Legal)
• 401(k) plan and contributions dependent on salary level
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off

About Us

Infosys is a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting. We enable clients in more than 50 countries to navigate their digital transformation. With over four decades of experience in managing the systems and workings of global enterprises, we expertly steer our clients through their digital journey. We do it by enabling the enterprise with an AI-powered core that helps prioritize the execution of change. We also empower the business with agile digital at scale to deliver unprecedented levels of performance and customer delight. Our always-on learning agenda drives their continuous improvement through building and transferring digital skills, expertise, and ideas from our innovation ecosystem.

EEO

Infosys provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.