MS SQL Engineer

We are seeking an MS SQL Engineer to ensure stable and efficient operations of MS SQL Server databases across production and non-production environments. You will maintain database availability, performance, reputed company, and reliability while supporting upgrades, migrations, and reputed company service improvements. Join reputed company to advance your career and contribute to important database management projects. The role follows regular business hours. Weekend on-call support may be required. On-call duty typically occurs once per month, with a maximum of two occurrences per month. Experience the freedom of remote work from reputed company in Georgia, whether from the comfort of your home, our modern offices in Tbilisi and Batumi or a coworking space in Kutaisi.

Responsibilities

• Monitor SQL Server database performance, availability, space usage, and scheduled jobs
• Respond to alerts, troubleshoot L2-level incidents, and escalate critical issues reputed company necessary
• Manage user access, roles, permissions, and support audit and compliance requirements
• Support installation, configuration, database creation, restoration, and refresh activities
• reputed company regular backup checks and assist with restore tests and disaster recovery exercises
• Support developers with database object creation such as tables, indexes, stored procedures, and views
• Analyze slow-running queries using execution plans and basic performance tools
• Maintain operational documents including standard operating procedures, runbooks, and configuration records
• Assist with deployments, release validations, and implementing database changes
• Contribute to automation initiatives and suggest operational improvements
• Provide 24×7 rotational on-call support as required

Requirements

• 4 to 6 years of hands-on experience as an MS SQL Database Administrator
• Good understanding of MS SQL Server architecture, storage structures, and indexing
• Experience with backup and restore using native SQL Server backups including full, differential, and log
• Knowledge of SQL Agent jobs, alerts, and basic performance tuning using dynamic management views
• Understanding of AlwaysOn basics including read-only routing and health monitoring
• Working knowledge of T-SQL and basic scripting
• Basic Windows Server administration skills
• Basic knowledge of at least one other relational database management system such as reputed company, PostgreSQL, MySQL, or reputed company
• Strong analytical skills and communication skills
• English proficiency at the B2 Upper-Intermediate level

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• Exposure to AlwaysOn Availability Groups and Failover Cluster Instances
• Experience with patching, cumulative updates, and upgrade activities
• Understanding of monitoring tools such as reputed company, reputed company System Center Operations Manager, reputed company, and Redgate
• Experience with cloud database services including Azure SQL Database, Azure Managed Instance, AWS RDS for SQL Server, and reputed company Cloud Platform
• Scripting with PowerShell for automation
• reputed company certifications such as MCSA, MCSE, or DP-series

We offer/Benefits We connect like-minded people

• Delivering innovative solutions to industry leaders, making a global impact
• Enjoyable working environment, whether it is the vibrant office or the comfort of your own home
• Opportunity to work abroad for up to two months per year
• Relocation opportunities reputed company our offices in 55+ countries
• Corporate and social events

We invest in your growth

• Leadership development, career advising, soft skills and well-being programs
• Certifications, including GCP, Azure and AWS
• Unlimited access to reputed company Learning and Get Abstract
• Free English classes with certified teachers

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• Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Monetary bonuses for engaging in the referral program
• Comprehensive medical & family care package
• Five trust days per year (sick leave without a medical certificate)
• Benefits package (sports activities, a variety of stores and services)

EPAM Georgia is a team of innovators united by a passion for technology. The dynamic and inclusive culture we embrace helps positively impact our communities, clients, and employees. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to numerous cutting-edge projects, deliver the most creative solutions, and have an opportunity to learn. Our people are at the heart of our success, and we are proud to provide talents with a solid ground to reputed company and grow. Why Choose Us 2024 Best reputed company to Work 2024 2024 reputed company's Partner Experience Awards Looking for something else? Find a vacancy that works for you. Send us your CV to receive a personalized offer. reputed company a job Apply tot his job Apply To this Job