What are the responsibilities and job description for the SQL Server DBA position at JSR Tech Consulting?
Hybrid in Newark, NJ.
We are looking for an astute, determined professional like you to fulfil a Database Engineering role within our Technology Solutions Group. You will showcase your success in a fast-paced environment through collaboration, ownership and innovation. Your expertise in emerging trends and practices will evoke stimulating discussions around optimization and change to help keep our competitive edge. This rewarding opportunity will enable you to make a big impact in our organization.
• Build and maintain new and existing applications in preparation for a large-scale architectural migration within an Agile function.
• Align with the Product Owner and Scrum Master in assessing business needs and transforming them into scalable applications.
• Design, implement, and maintain database systems, primarily with SQL Server
• Performance database performance tuning, including query optimization, indexing, and partitioning
• Monitor database performance and proactively identify and resolve issues
• Coordinate database operations, such as upgrades and migrations
• Provide technical support to application developers and end users
Required Skills:
• 5 years of experience as a SQL Server database administrator
• Strong understanding of database administration principles and best practices
• Experience with database performance tuning and optimization techniques
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to think quickly and offer alternatives both independently and within teams.
• Exposure working in an Agile environment with Scrum Master/Product owner and ability to deliver
• Ability to communicate the status and challenges with the team
• Demonstrating the ability to learn new skills and work as a team
Desired Skills:
• Experience with scripting languages (such as Python)
• Working experience in a Linux based environment
• Experience with Azure Cloud services, especially Blob Storage and Fabric related services
• Direct experience supporting multiple business units for foundational data work and sound understanding of capital markets within Fixed Income
• Knowledge of Jira, Confluence, SAFe development methodology & DevOps
• Proven ability to work quickly in a dynamic environment.
• Bachelor's degree Computer Science or a related field.
