SQL Database Administrator
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At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward - always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.
**The Role**
We are looking for a highly experienced and strategic **Senior Oracle Database Administrator (DBA)** to lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of mission-critical Oracle database systems. This role requires deep technical expertise, leadership in database architecture, and a proactive approach to performance tuning, security, and automation.
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ Design and implement robust, scalable, and secure Oracle database architectures.
+ Lead database performance tuning, capacity planning, and high availability strategies.
+ Manage Oracle RAC, ASM, Data Guard, and GoldenGate replication environments.
+ Oversee backup and recovery strategies using RMAN and other tools.
+ Ensure database security, compliance, and audit readiness.
+ Automate database maintenance and monitoring using scripting and DevOps tools.
+ Collaborate with application architects, developers, and infrastructure teams.
+ Mentor junior DBAs and provide technical leadership across teams.
+ Participate in incident management and root cause analysis for critical issues.
+ Stay current with Oracle technologies and industry best practices.
**Soft Skills:**
+ Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
+ Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
+ Strategic thinking with a proactive and analytical mindset.
+ Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Within our Database Administration team at Kyndryl, you'll be a master of managing and administering the backbone of our technological infrastructure. You'll be the architect of the system, shaping the base definition, structure, and documentation to ensure the long-term success of our business operations.
Your expertise will be crucial in configuring, installing and maintaining database management systems, ensuring that our systems are always running at peak performance. You'll also be responsible for managing user access, implementing the highest standards of security to protect our valuable data from unauthorized access.
In addition, you'll be a disaster recovery guru, developing strong backup and recovery plans to ensure that our system is always protected in the event of a failure. Your technical acumen will be put to use, as you support end users and application developers in solving complex problems related to our database systems.
As a key player on the team, you'll implement policies and procedures to safeguard our data from external threats. You will also conduct capacity planning and growth projections based on usage, ensuring that our system is always scalable to meet our business needs.
You'll be a strategic partner, working closely with various teams to coordinate systematic database project plans that align with our organizational goals. Your contributions will not go unnoticed - you'll have the opportunity to propose and implement enhancements that will improve the performance and reliability of the system, enabling us to deliver world-class services to our customers.
**Your Future at Kyndryl**
Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career, from Junior Administrator to Architect. We have training and upskilling programs that you won't find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms. One of the benefits of Kyndryl is that we work with customers in a variety of industries, from banking to retail. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here.
**Who You Are**
You're good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important - you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused - someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you're open and borderless - naturally inclusive in how you work with others.
**Required Technical and Professional Expertise**
+ Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
+ 6+ years of hands-on experience as an Oracle DBA in enterprise environments.
+ Expertise in Oracle 12c/19c/21c, RAC, ASM, Data Guard, and OEM.
+ Strong skills in SQL, PL/SQL, performance tuning, and troubleshooting.
+ Proficiency in Unix/Linux environments and shell scripting.
+ Experience with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) or other cloud platforms.
+ Familiarity with ITIL processes and enterprise change management.
**Preferred Technical and Professional Experience**
+ Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) or Oracle Certified Master (OCM).
+ Experience with automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform) and CI/CD pipelines.
+ Knowledge of other RDBMS platforms (e.g., PostgreSQL, SQL Server) is a plus.
+ Exposure to containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and microservices architecture.
**Being You**
Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it's how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we're not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you - and everyone next to you - the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That's the Kyndryl Way.
**What You Can Expect**
With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter - wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.
**Get Referred!**
If you know someone that works at Kyndryl, when asked 'How Did You Hear About Us' during the application process, select 'Employee Referral' and enter your contact's Kyndryl email address.
Kyndryl is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. Kyndryl is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
SQL Database Administrator
Posted 10 days ago
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Job Description
At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward - always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.
**The Role**
We are seeking a highly experienced and versatile **Senior Database Administrator (DBA)** with deep expertise in both **Oracle** and **Microsoft SQL Server** environments. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the design, implementation, performance tuning, and maintenance of enterprise-grade databases, ensuring high availability, security, and scalability across platforms.
Are you ready to dive headfirst into the captivating world of data engineering at Kyndryl? As a Data Engineer, you'll be the visionary behind our data platforms, crafting them into powerful tools for decision-makers. Your role? Ensuring a treasure trove of pristine, harmonized data is at everyone's fingertips.
As a Data Engineer at Kyndryl, you'll be at the forefront of the data revolution, crafting and shaping data platforms that power our organization's success. This role is not just about code and databases; it's about transforming raw data into actionable insights that drive strategic decisions and innovation.
In this role, you'll be engineering the backbone of our data infrastructure, ensuring the availability of pristine, refined data sets. With a well-defined methodology, critical thinking, and a rich blend of domain expertise, consulting finesse, and software engineering prowess, you'll be the mastermind of data transformation.
Your journey begins by understanding project objectives and requirements from a business perspective, converting this knowledge into a data puzzle. You'll be delving into the depths of information to uncover quality issues and initial insights, setting the stage for data excellence. But it doesn't stop there. You'll be the architect of data pipelines, using your expertise to cleanse, normalize, and transform raw data into the final dataset-a true data alchemist.
Armed with a keen eye for detail, you'll scrutinize data solutions, ensuring they align with business and technical requirements. Your work isn't just a means to an end; it's the foundation upon which data-driven decisions are made - and your lifecycle management expertise will ensure our data remains fresh and impactful.
Key Responsibilities:
+ Design, install, configure, and maintain Oracle and SQL Server databases in production and development environments.
+ Perform advanced performance tuning, query optimization, and capacity planning.
+ Manage high availability and disaster recovery solutions (Oracle RAC, Data Guard, SQL Server Always On, Log Shipping, etc.).
+ Implement and maintain backup and recovery strategies using RMAN, Data Pump, and SQL Server native tools.
+ Monitor database health and proactively resolve issues to ensure optimal performance and uptime.
+ Automate routine tasks using PL/SQL, T-SQL, PowerShell, and shell scripting.
+ Collaborate with application developers, infrastructure teams, and business stakeholders.
+ Lead database migrations, upgrades, and patching activities.
+ Ensure compliance with security policies, data governance, and audit requirements.
+ Mentor junior DBAs and contribute to knowledge sharing within the team.
So, if you're a technical enthusiast with a passion for data, we invite you to join us in the exhilarating world of data engineering at Kyndryl. Let's transform data into a compelling story of innovation and growth.
Your Future at Kyndryl
Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career. We have opportunities that you won't find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here.
**Who You Are**
You're good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important - you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused - someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you're open and borderless - naturally inclusive in how you work with others.
Required Technical and Professional Experience
+ 5+ years of experience in database administration with strong hands-on expertise in both Oracle (12c/19c/21c) and SQL Server (2016/2019/2022).
+ Proficiency in SQL, PL/SQL, T-SQL, and database performance tuning techniques.
+ Experience with Oracle RAC, ASM, Data Guard, and SQL Server Always On Availability Groups.
+ Strong knowledge of Unix/Linux and Windows Server environments.
+ Familiarity with database monitoring tools (OEM, SQL Server Profiler, Extended Events, etc.)
+ Expertise in data mining, data storage and Extract-Transform-Load (ETL) processes
+ Experience in data pipelines development and tooling, e.g., Glue, Databricks, Synapse, or Dataproc
+ Experience with both relational and NoSQL databases, PostgreSQL, DB2, MongoDB
+ Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills
+ Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, while maintaining a high level of attention to detail
+ Communication Skills: Must be able to communicate with both technical and non-technical colleagues, to derive technical requirements from business needs and problems
+ Experience with cloud platforms (Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, Azure, AWS RDS).
+ Exposure to DevOps practices and automation tools (Ansible, Terraform, Jenkins).
+ Knowledge of other database technologies (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) is a plus.
Preferred Technical and Professional Experience
+ Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
+ Experience working as a Data Engineer and/or in cloud modernization
+ Experience in Data Modelling, to create conceptual model of how data is connected and how it will be used in business processes
**Being You**
Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it's how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we're not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you - and everyone next to you - the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That's the Kyndryl Way.
**What You Can Expect**
With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter - wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.
**Get Referred!**
If you know someone that works at Kyndryl, when asked 'How Did You Hear About Us' during the application process, select 'Employee Referral' and enter your contact's Kyndryl email address.
Kyndryl is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. Kyndryl is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
SQL Database Administrator
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Role : Database Administrator
Job Location : Bangalore
Job Type : Contract
Job Description:
· 5 years previous experience in a complex corporate IT infrastructure role is essential.
· 5 years previous experience in a Senior Database Administrator role is essential.
· 2 years previous experience of supporting failover clustering, SAN replication, Database Replication (Snapshot and Transactional), SQL High Availability technologies, Analysis Services, Integration Services and Reporting Services is essential.
· 2 years previous experience of performance tuning and management specifically related to SQL Server is essential.
· 1 years of troubleshooting and writing complex queries
· 3 years of previous experience supporting other critical technologies is desirable: MS Exchange, Active Directory, Operating System (MS Server & Citrix hosting) AV Protection, Monitoring and configuration Systems (SQL Monitor, SCOM, SCCMgoo), Virtualisation (VMware), Storage (HP Sans) and Support, IT Security (Websense, F5, and Dell Secureworks etc.) and Web Infrastructure.
· Knowledge with Red gate SQL Monitor and Redgate SQL Backup is essential.
· 2 years previous experience working within a financial services organisation is essential.
· Previous experience of Data/DevOps including continuous integration is desirable
· Previous experience of migrating between versions of SQL Server.
· Experience of providing 24/7 production and development support for business critical applications and servers is essential.
SQL Database Administrator
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Role: MSSQL Database administrator
Experience: 6 to 12 Years
Job Location: Bangalore/Hyderabad/Chennai
Hybrid Mode
Shift Timings: 24x7 rotating shifts PM IST
Full Time Employment with LTIMindtree
Notice Period: Immediate to 30 days
Please do not apply Notice Period with more than 30 days
Primary Skill: MS-SQL Database administrator
Secondary Skill: PostgreSQL DBA
Job Description:
- Installation/Upgradation/Migration of SQL Servers.
- Apply any patches or service packs for SQL Server.
- Configure High Availability/Disaster recovery solutions.
- Configure automated alerts to send mail to the team if there are any issues.
- Work on incidents, change tickets and problem tickets.
- Setup Maintenance plans for Backups, Database integrity check, Rebuild index, Update statistics, and make sure to run all the jobs without any issues.
- Troubleshoot locking issues, including deadlocks, blocking, lock timeouts and fix them.
- Join bridge calls to troubleshoot and fix P1(SEV1) and P2 (SEV2) incidents.
- Hands on Experience in on Always on and DB Mirroring
- Execute all changes of db schema and maintain controlled development database environment.
- Work closely with application developers to test, configure, and optimize servers based on application demands.
- Handle database object deployment to Integration, QA, UAT, and Production
- Provide day to day support of high OLTP HA of SQL Server databases- Identify root causes of production problems and work with developers to resolve such problems.
- Work on performance tuning like creating missing indexes.
- Willingness to work in 24X7 projects (Shifts)
- Experience in scripting using perl, power shell.
- Experience in AWS/Azure.
Added Advantage:
- Any of the following certificate:
- SQL Server certifications.
- SQL Cloud based solutions and experience.
Thanks & Regards,
Prabal Pandey
SQL Database Administrator
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This job is with Kyndryl, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly.
Who We Are
At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward - always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.
The Role
We are seeking a highly experienced and versatile
Senior Database Administrator (DBA)
with deep expertise in both
Oracle
and
Microsoft SQL Server
environments. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the design, implementation, performance tuning, and maintenance of enterprise-grade databases, ensuring high availability, security, and scalability across platforms.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, install, configure, and maintain Oracle and SQL Server databases in production and development environments.
- Perform advanced performance tuning, query optimization, and capacity planning.
- Manage high availability and disaster recovery solutions (Oracle RAC, Data Guard, SQL Server Always On, Log Shipping, etc.).
- Implement and maintain backup and recovery strategies using RMAN, Data Pump, and SQL Server native tools.
- Monitor database health and proactively resolve issues to ensure optimal performance and uptime.
- Automate routine tasks using PL/SQL, T-SQL, PowerShell, and shell scripting.
- Collaborate with application developers, infrastructure teams, and business stakeholders.
- Lead database migrations, upgrades, and patching activities.
- Ensure compliance with security policies, data governance, and audit requirements.
- Mentor junior DBAs and contribute to knowledge sharing within the team.
Are you ready to dive headfirst into the captivating world of data engineering at Kyndryl? As a Data Engineer, you'll be the visionary behind our data platforms, crafting them into powerful tools for decision-makers. Your role? Ensuring a treasure trove of pristine, harmonized data is at everyone's fingertips.
As a Data Engineer at Kyndryl, you'll be at the forefront of the data revolution, crafting and shaping data platforms that power our organization's success. This role is not just about code and databases; it's about transforming raw data into actionable insights that drive strategic decisions and innovation.
In this role, you'll be engineering the backbone of our data infrastructure, ensuring the availability of pristine, refined data sets. With a well-defined methodology, critical thinking, and a rich blend of domain expertise, consulting finesse, and software engineering prowess, you'll be the mastermind of data transformation.
Your journey begins by understanding project objectives and requirements from a business perspective, converting this knowledge into a data puzzle. You'll be delving into the depths of information to uncover quality issues and initial insights, setting the stage for data excellence. But it doesn't stop there. You'll be the architect of data pipelines, using your expertise to cleanse, normalize, and transform raw data into the final dataset-a true data alchemist.
Armed with a keen eye for detail, you'll scrutinize data solutions, ensuring they align with business and technical requirements. Your work isn't just a means to an end; it's the foundation upon which data-driven decisions are made - and your lifecycle management expertise will ensure our data remains fresh and impactful.
So, if you're a technical enthusiast with a passion for data, we invite you to join us in the exhilarating world of data engineering at Kyndryl. Let's transform data into a compelling story of innovation and growth.
Your Future at Kyndryl
Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career. We have opportunities that you won't find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here.
Who You Are
You're good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important - you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused - someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you're open and borderless - naturally inclusive in how you work with others.
Required Technical And Professional Experience
- 5+ years of experience in database administration with strong hands-on expertise in both Oracle (12c/19c/21c) and SQL Server (2016/2019/2022).
- Proficiency in SQL, PL/SQL, T-SQL, and database performance tuning techniques.
- Experience with Oracle RAC, ASM, Data Guard, and SQL Server Always On Availability Groups.
- Strong knowledge of Unix/Linux and Windows Server environments.
- Familiarity with database monitoring tools (OEM, SQL Server Profiler, Extended Events, etc.)
- Expertise in data mining, data storage and Extract-Transform-Load (ETL) processes
- Experience in data pipelines development and tooling, e.g., Glue, Databricks, Synapse, or Dataproc
- Experience with both relational and NoSQL databases, PostgreSQL, DB2, MongoDB
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, while maintaining a high level of attention to detail
- Communication Skills: Must be able to communicate with both technical and non-technical colleagues, to derive technical requirements from business needs and problems
- Experience with cloud platforms (Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, Azure, AWS RDS).
- Exposure to DevOps practices and automation tools (Ansible, Terraform, Jenkins).
- Knowledge of other database technologies (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) is a plus.
Preferred Technical And Professional Experience
- Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
- Experience working as a Data Engineer and/or in cloud modernization
- Experience in Data Modelling, to create conceptual model of how data is connected and how it will be used in business processes
- Professional certification, e.g., Open Certified Technical Specialist with Data Engineering Specialization
- Cloud platform certification, e.g., AWS Certified Data Analytics - Specialty, Elastic Certified Engineer, Google Cloud Professional Data Engineer, or Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate
- Understanding of social coding and Integrated Development Environments, e.g., GitHub and Visual Studio
- Degree in a scientific discipline, such as Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Information Technology
- Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) and/or Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate.
Being You
Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it's how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we're not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you - and everyone next to you - the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That's the Kyndryl Way.
What You Can Expect
With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter - wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.
Get Referred
If you know someone that works at Kyndryl, when asked 'How Did You Hear About Us' during the application process, select 'Employee Referral' and enter your contact's Kyndryl email address.
SQL Database Administrator
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Experience:
8 -10 Yrs
Job Summary:
We are looking for a highly experienced Senior SQL Database Administrator to manage and support complex corporate IT infrastructure and mission-critical database environments. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in SQL Server technologies, performance tuning, high availability solutions, and integration with enterprise systems. Experience in financial services and familiarity with DevOps practices is a strong advantage.
Key Responsibilities:
- Administer and support SQL Server environments (2008 R2 to 2019), including installation, configuration, and performance tuning.
- Manage high availability and disaster recovery solutions: failover clustering, SAN replication, database replication, and SQL HA technologies.
- Support SSAS, SSIS, SSRS, and troubleshoot complex queries.
- Provide 24/7 support for production and development environments.
- Work with Redgate tools (SQL Monitor, Backup, Data Masker, Clone) and ensure database security and capacity management.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and support other critical technologies (Exchange, AD, Citrix, VMware, storage, IT security).
- Participate in DevOps initiatives and version migrations.
Required Experience:
- 3+ years in a Senior DBA role within a complex IT infrastructure.
- 2+ years in SQL performance tuning and HA technologies.
- Experience supporting financial services applications.
- Familiarity with Redgate tools and SQL Server licensing.
Desirable Experience:
- Exposure to DevOps tools (Jenkins, GIT), Citrix hosting, and virtualization.
- Experience with banking applications and data integration.
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
- Ability to work independently and in high-pressure environments.
Qualifications & Certifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
- Essential:
Microsoft MCSA: SQL 2016 Database Administration - Desirable:
MCSA Windows Server, DevOps certifications
Location:
- Bangalore
- Hyderabad
SQL Database Administrator
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The Company
Crum & Forster (C&F), with a proud history dating to 1822, provides specialty and standard commercial lines insurance products through our admitted and surplus lines insurance companies.
Approaching $5.7 billion in written premium as of 2024, C&F enjoys an "A" (Excellent) financial strength rating by A.M. Best.
C&F is part of Fairfax Financial Holdings, a global organization with $33.3 billion in revenue as of 2024.
Crum & Forster Services India (CFSI) is an India subsidiary of Crum & Forster Inc. The objective is to provide digital and IT services to C&F business units by creating autonomous squads focused on a specific product or a business team.
For more information about Crum & Forster, please visit our website:
The position
We seek a highly motivated and experienced Database Administrator to be responsible for designing technical solutions and coordinating with the team to ensure timely and accurate implementations. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who will work on designing, implementing, and maintaining MSSQL Database systems as well as numerous database and related projects. This role will provide Tier I & II support to Crum and Forster and its affiliates. Reporting to the Director of CoreIT MSSQL Database Administration, the ideal candidate is a MSSQL Database administrator with extensive knowledge and experience in managing numerous MSSQL environments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure database management and maintenance tasks are performed effectively.
- Install and configure MSSQL Server
- Apply MSSQL Server service packs and hotfixes.
- Ensure database patches are up to date.
- Perform installation, migration, and upgrade of databases.
- Manage MSSQL Agent job administration.
- Manage DB Mail Setup/Configuration
- Configure and maintain MSSQL Security controls.
- Manage and Administer Database Maintenance Plans
- Perform MSSQL Server Activity Monitoring
- Monitor Backup & Restore processes for all MSSQL databases.
- Monitor Space issues for all MSSQL server databases.
- Proactively monitor MSSQL Server maintenance tasks, troubleshoot failed processes, and address issues as soon as possible
- Engage with application stakeholders and development teams for database activities.
- Support application teams for any application/database upgrades
- Provide database support, including ad hoc data requests, database query, MSSQL profiling, index optimization, and stored procedure design.
- Work with C&F compliance team and PwC for SOX audits. Meet with PwC auditors to address any concerns.
- Secure database environments by developing policies, procedures, and controls such as data encryption, backup encryption, masking, minimum privilege.
- Prepare reports on database scalability and capacity planning as needed.
- Create standard database procedures to enhance scalability and the performance of existing database architecture.
- Identify and resolve database performance issues.
- Maintain database Disaster Recovery procedures to ensure continuous availability and speedy recovery of the database systems.
- Resolve day to day service requests (ServiceDesk Plus Tickets/Atlassian Jira tasks)
- Learn new database technologies and analyze such technologies to bring into scope of existing infrastructure.
- Responsible for maintaining 24/7 database availability.
- Follow weekly on call rotation.
What are we looking for?
Required Knowledge and Skills:
- 7+ years of experience in MSSQL server database administration
- Deep knowledge of MSSQL Server 2016, 2017, 2019 and 2022 databases
- Experience with SSRS, SSIS, and SSAS.
- Experience in MSSQL Database design and creation
- Familiarity with relational and dimensional data modelling
- Experience with MSSQL Server Transactional replication
- Understanding of ETL processes and SSIS tool
- Expertise in troubleshooting and performance monitoring MSSQL Server Database servers (Query Tuning, Server Tuning, Disk Performance Monitoring, Memory Pressure, CPU bottleneck, Capacity planning, etc.)
- Expertise in MS T-SQL and writing efficient stored procedures and MSSQL code.
- Experience in MSSQL Server upgrades, migration and consolidation.
- Experience in handling SOX applications.
- Experience with Solarwinds DPA is plus.
- Knowledge of PowerShell
- Ability to communicate effectively with senior IT managers
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
- Ability to think creatively and analytically
- Experience in Azure/AWS or other cloud is a plus.
- Knowledge of ServiceDesk Plus, Jira, Confluence and SolarWinds a plus.
- Must be a team player
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Who We Are
At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.
The Role
We are seeking a highly experienced and versatile
Senior Database Administrator (DBA)
with deep expertise in both
Oracle
and
Microsoft SQL Server
environments. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the design, implementation, performance tuning, and maintenance of enterprise-grade databases, ensuring high availability, security, and scalability across platforms.
Are you ready to dive headfirst into the captivating world of data engineering at Kyndryl? As a Data Engineer, you'll be the visionary behind our data platforms, crafting them into powerful tools for decision-makers. Your role? Ensuring a treasure trove of pristine, harmonized data is at everyone's fingertips.
As a Data Engineer at Kyndryl, you'll be at the forefront of the data revolution, crafting and shaping data platforms that power our organization's success. This role is not just about code and databases; it's about transforming raw data into actionable insights that drive strategic decisions and innovation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, install, configure, and maintain Oracle and SQL Server databases in production and development environments.
- Perform advanced performance tuning, query optimization, and capacity planning.
- Manage high availability and disaster recovery solutions (Oracle RAC, Data Guard, SQL Server Always On, Log Shipping, etc.).
- Implement and maintain backup and recovery strategies using RMAN, Data Pump, and SQL Server native tools.
- Monitor database health and proactively resolve issues to ensure optimal performance and uptime.
- Automate routine tasks using PL/SQL, T-SQL, PowerShell, and shell scripting.
- Collaborate with application developers, infrastructure teams, and business stakeholders.
- Lead database migrations, upgrades, and patching activities.
- Ensure compliance with security policies, data governance, and audit requirements.
- Mentor junior DBAs and contribute to knowledge sharing within the team.
In this role, you'll be engineering the backbone of our data infrastructure, ensuring the availability of pristine, refined data sets. With a well-defined methodology, critical thinking, and a rich blend of domain expertise, consulting finesse, and software engineering prowess, you'll be the mastermind of data transformation.
Your journey begins by understanding project objectives and requirements from a business perspective, converting this knowledge into a data puzzle. You'll be delving into the depths of information to uncover quality issues and initial insights, setting the stage for data excellence. But it doesn't stop there. You'll be the architect of data pipelines, using your expertise to cleanse, normalize, and transform raw data into the final dataset—a true data alchemist.
Armed with a keen eye for detail, you'll scrutinize data solutions, ensuring they align with business and technical requirements. Your work isn't just a means to an end; it's the foundation upon which data-driven decisions are made – and your lifecycle management expertise will ensure our data remains fresh and impactful.
So, if you're a technical enthusiast with a passion for data, we invite you to join us in the exhilarating world of data engineering at Kyndryl. Let's transform data into a compelling story of innovation and growth.
Your Future at Kyndryl
Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career. We have opportunities that you won't find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here.
Who You Are
You're good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important – you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused – someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you're open and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with others.
Required Technical And Professional Experience
- 5+ years of experience in database administration with strong hands-on expertise in both Oracle (12c/19c/21c) and SQL Server (2016/2019/2022).
- Proficiency in SQL, PL/SQL, T-SQL, and database performance tuning techniques.
- Experience with Oracle RAC, ASM, Data Guard, and SQL Server Always On Availability Groups.
- Strong knowledge of Unix/Linux and Windows Server environments.
- Familiarity with database monitoring tools (OEM, SQL Server Profiler, Extended Events, etc.)
- Expertise in data mining, data storage and Extract-Transform-Load (ETL) processes
- Experience in data pipelines development and tooling, e.g., Glue, Databricks, Synapse, or Dataproc
- Experience with both relational and NoSQL databases, PostgreSQL, DB2, MongoDB
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, while maintaining a high level of attention to detail
- Communication Skills: Must be able to communicate with both technical and non-technical colleagues, to derive technical requirements from business needs and problems
- Experience with cloud platforms (Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, Azure, AWS RDS).
- Exposure to DevOps practices and automation tools (Ansible, Terraform, Jenkins).
- Knowledge of other database technologies (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) is a plus.
Preferred Technical And Professional Experience
- Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
- Experience working as a Data Engineer and/or in cloud modernization
- Understanding of social coding and Integrated Development Environments, e.g., GitHub and Visual Studio
- Degree in a scientific discipline, such as Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Information Technology
- Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) and/or Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate.
Being You
Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it's how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we're not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That's the Kyndryl Way.
What You Can Expect
With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.
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SQL Database Administrator
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Job Location : Bangalore
Job Type : Contract
Job Description:
· 5 years previous experience in a complex corporate IT infrastructure role is essential.
· 5 years previous experience in a Senior Database Administrator role is essential.
· 2 years previous experience of supporting failover clustering, SAN replication, Database Replication (Snapshot and Transactional), SQL High Availability technologies, Analysis Services, Integration Services and Reporting Services is essential.
· 2 years previous experience of performance tuning and management specifically related to SQL Server is essential.
· 1 years of troubleshooting and writing complex queries
· 3 years of previous experience supporting other critical technologies is desirable: MS Exchange, Active Directory, Operating System (MS Server & Citrix hosting) AV Protection, Monitoring and configuration Systems (SQL Monitor, SCOM, SCCMgoo), Virtualisation (VMware), Storage (HP Sans) and Support, IT Security (Websense, F5, and Dell Secureworks etc.) and Web Infrastructure.
· Knowledge with Red gate SQL Monitor and Redgate SQL Backup is essential.
· 2 years previous experience working within a financial services organisation is essential.
· Previous experience of Data/DevOps including continuous integration is desirable
· Previous experience of migrating between versions of SQL Server.
· Experience of providing 24/7 production and development support for business critical applications and servers is essential.
SQL database Administrator
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Who We Are
At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.
The Role
As a SQL Administration , you'll be the visionary behind our data platforms, crafting them into powerful tools for decision-makers. Your role? Ensuring a treasure trove of pristine, harmonized data is at everyone's fingertips.
Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain SQL Server instances and related tools.
Monitor database performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement tuning solutions.
Perform regular backups, disaster recovery planning, and testing.
Manage high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) solutions such as
As a SQL administrator at Kyndryl, you'll be at the forefront of the data revolution, crafting and shaping data platforms that power our organization's success. This role is not just about code and databases; it's about transforming raw data into actionable insights that drive strategic decisions and innovation.
In this role, you'll be engineering the backbone of our data infrastructure, ensuring the availability of pristine, refined data sets. With a well-defined methodology, critical thinking, and a rich blend of domain expertise, consulting finesse, and software engineering prowess, you'll be the mastermind of data transformation.
Your journey begins by understanding project objectives and requirements from a business perspective, converting this knowledge into a data puzzle. You'll be delving into the depths of information to uncover quality issues and initial insights, setting the stage for data excellence. But it doesn't stop there. You'll be the architect of data pipelines, using your expertise to cleanse, normalize, and transform raw data into the final dataset—a true data alchemist.
Armed with a keen eye for detail, you'll scrutinize data solutions, ensuring they align with business and technical requirements. Your work isn't just a means to an end; it's the foundation upon which data-driven decisions are made – and your lifecycle management expertise will ensure our data remains fresh and impactful.
So, if you're a technical enthusiast with a passion for data, we invite you to join us in the exhilarating world of data engineering at Kyndryl. Let's transform data into a compelling story of innovation and growth.
Your Future at Kyndryl
Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career. We have opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here.
Who You Are
You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important – you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused – someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you’re open and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with others.
Required Technical and Professional Experience
5–7 years of proven experience as a SQL Server Database Administrator.
Strong expertise in SQL Server versions (2016/2019/2022 preferred).
Solid experience in performance tuning and query optimization.
Hands-on experience with backup and recovery strategies.
In-depth knowledge of HA/DR configurations.
Familiarity with SQL Server security and compliance best practices.
Proficiency in T-SQL and scripting (PowerShell preferred).
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Experience working with monitoring tools (e.g., SQL Sentry, Redgate, SolarWinds, or native SQL tools).
Preferred Technical and Professional Experience
Bachelor’s or master's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
Experience working as a Data Engineer and/or in cloud modernization
Experience in Data Modelling, to create conceptual model of how data is connected and how it will be used in business processes
Professional certification, e.g., Open Certified Technical Specialist with Data Engineering Specialization
Being You
Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we’re not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That’s the Kyndryl Way.
What You Can Expect
With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.