About the Role
The SQL Server Engineer supports day-to-day operations of SQL Server databases in public cloud environments, executing standardized operational tasks, monitoring, and maintenance activities. This position aligns with supporting a 24x7 operations production support model.
Responsibilities
- Support SQL Server database operations in public cloud DBaaS environments.
- Perform routine database backup, restore, and patching activities.
- Monitor database health and performance using cloud-native monitoring tools.
- Assist with database provisioning and configuration using approved IaC templates.
- Execute database refreshes, exports, and imports.
- Monitor and manage transaction logs, database file growth, and tempDB and storage utilization.
- Assist with basic performance tuning tasks, including index maintenance and execution of approved tuning scripts.
- Support database security controls, including role and permission verification, encryption validation, and audit logging support.
- Follow documented operational procedures and standards.
- Document incidents, changes, and maintenance actions.
- Participate in rotating/off-shift schedules for 24x7 support.
- Escalate complex issues to SMEs or Leads as needed.
Requirements
- Must be a US citizen or Green card holder.
- 2+ years of SQL Server administration.
- 1+ year supporting DBaaS in public cloud environments.
Location
- Austin, Texas (US-TX), United States (US)
- REMOTE in US
Work Type
- REMOTE
- 24x7 operations
- Off-shift / rotating schedule
Experience Level
- 2–6 years of SQL Server administration
- 1+ year supporting DBaaS in public cloud environments
Salary/Compensations
- 68,076 - $118.188
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution.
- Flexible spending or health savings account.
- Life and AD&D insurance.
- Short and long term disability coverage.
- Paid time off.
- Employee assistance.
- Participation in a 401k program with company match.
- Additional voluntary or legally-required benefits.
About the Company
- NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100.
- We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation.
- We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services.
- Our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future.
- As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries.
- We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners.
- NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.
- Whenever possible, we hire locally to NTT DATA offices or client sites.
- This ensures we can provide timely and effective support tailored to each client’s needs.
- While many positions offer remote or hybrid work options, these arrangements are subject to change based on client requirements.
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Equal Opportunity
- NTT DATA is an equal opportunity employer.
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