Microsoft SQL Server Senior DBA Contractor

21 hours ago

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Xanthus Innovations Private Limited Full time ₹ 12,00,000 - ₹ 36,00,000 per year

Job Title: Microsoft SQL Server Senior DBA Contractor

Experience Required: Minimum 8 years of experience as a Microsoft SQL Server DBA, with at least 35 years focused on performance tuning and optimization in large-scale, enterprise environments.

Location: Work From Home (Remote)

Employment Type: Contract

Job Summary:

We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Microsoft SQL Server DBA Contractor to join our team for a long-term engagement focused on performance analysis and optimization within a large-scale, multi-tenant environment. The ideal candidate is an expert in SQL Server internals, with deep experience diagnosing and resolving complex performance bottlenecks in high-volume, enterprise-grade systems.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead comprehensive SQL Server performance audits and identify areas of improvement across production and staging environments.
  • Analyze execution plans, optimize T-SQL queries and stored procedures, and refine indexing strategies to improve overall database efficiency.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve systemic performance issues, including memory grants, tempdb contention, blocking, deadlocks, and I/O latency.
  • Monitor and tune databases supporting multi-terabyte data volumes and high transaction throughput.
  • Manage and optimize linked SQL Server databases and cross-database queries, ensuring minimal latency and efficient distributed transactions.
  • Utilize Query Store, Extended Events, and SQL monitoring tools (such as SentryOne, SolarWinds, or Redgate) for proactive performance tracking and root-cause analysis.
  • Provide architectural guidance for future-state data platform initiatives, including data lakes and data warehouses.
  • Collaborate with development, QA, and infrastructure teams to ensure optimal database design, query efficiency, and scalability.
  • Document tuning efforts, recommendations, and best practices for ongoing maintenance and knowledge sharing.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • Deep expertise in Microsoft SQL Server (2016 and above) administration, tuning, and troubleshooting.
  • Strong understanding of SQL Server internals, including query processing, statistics, and indexing behaviour.
  • Proven experience in resolving performance bottlenecks in large-scale, multi-tenant and mission-critical environments.
  • Proficiency in T-SQL optimization, indexing strategies, and query plan analysis.
  • Experience with linked servers, cross-database transactions, and distributed queries.
  • Familiarity with Query Store, Extended Events, Profiler, and third-party monitoring tools.
  • Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex performance metrics.
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Preferred Skills (Good to Have):

  • Experience with Azure SQL, Azure Synapse Analytics, or other cloud-based analytics platforms.
  • Knowledge of data lake and data warehouse architectures.
  • Understanding of ETL workflows, SSIS, and data integration strategies.
  • Exposure to DevOps pipelines and CI/CD for database deployments.
  • Microsoft SQL Server certification (MCSE, MCSA) or equivalent is an advantage.

  • Microsoft SQL Server DBA Contractor

    16 hours ago

    Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Xanthus Innovations Private Limited Full time ₹ 12,00,000 - ₹ 36,00,000 per year

    Job Title: Microsoft SQL Server DBA ContractorExperience Required: 3-6 yearsLocation: Work From Home (Remote)Employment Type: ContractJob Summary:We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Microsoft SQL Server Database Administrator / Developer to support query development, maintenance, and execution in our production environment. This role is ideal for...

  • Sql Server Developer

    2 weeks ago

    Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Uplers Full time ₹ 8,00,000 - ₹ 18,00,000 per year

    Microsoft SQL Server DeveloperExperience: 5-8 Years ExpSalary : ConfidentialPreferred Notice Period: less than or equal to 30 daysShift: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM ISTOpportunity Type: Remote (India)Placement Type: Permanent(*Note: This is a requirement for one of Uplers' Clients)Must have skills required :Microsoft SQL Server Developer, SQL Queries, SQL Server...

  • SQL DBA Engineer

    1 week ago

    Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Talent Worx Full time ₹ 5,00,000 - ₹ 25,00,000 per year

    Roles & Responsibilities Hands on experience in working with MSSQL SERVER 2005, 2008,2008R2,2012/2014/2016,2019 features Experience in database maintenance, Security, upgrading, and Performance Tuning. Database administration and management (capacity planning, installation, backup, recovery,monitoring, Performance optimizations, troubleshooting,...

  • Staff Aug_MET7WR _Verisk_MS SQL DBA _IN

    4 days ago

    Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Growel Softech Pvt. Ltd. Full time ₹ 9,00,000 - ₹ 12,00,000 per year

    :- MS SQL DBA JD 1.Senior MS SQL DBA with over 8 years of experiance. Named Job Posting? (if Yes - needs to be approved by SCSC) Additional Details- Global Grade :C- Level :To Be Defined- Named Job Posting? (if Yes - needs to be approved by SCSC) :No- Remote work possibility :No- Global Role Family :To be defined- Local Role Name :To be defined- Local...

  • MS SQL Server MIS Senior Executive

    2 weeks ago

    Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Inland World Logistics Full time ₹ 12,00,000 - ₹ 36,00,000 per year

    Company DescriptionInland World Logistics is an award-winning company providing comprehensive and stress-free logistics solutions. Formerly known as Inland Road Transport, the company rebranded to reflect its wide range of services. These include project movement and management, in-plant warehouse management, third-party logistics, bulk cargo handling,...

  • Infrastructure DBA Admin

    4 days ago

    Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Stavtar Full time ₹ 5,00,000 - ₹ 15,00,000 per year

    Infrastructure DBA AdminAbout Stavtar) is a software and technology services company, headquartered in New York and with offices in Dallas, London, Bengaluru and Mumbai. Stavtar addresses complex challenges in Hedge Funds, Private Equity, and Investment Banking industries. Our flagship product, StavPay, is widely adopted by Alternative Asset Managers...

  • MSSQL Server

    1 week ago

    Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Stavtar Full time ₹ 6,00,000 - ₹ 18,00,000 per year

    About Stavtar) is a software and technology services company, headquartered in New York and with offices in Dallas, London, Bengaluru and Mumbai. Stavtar addresses complex challenges in Hedge Funds, Private Equity, and Investment Banking industries. Our flagship product, StavPay, is widely adopted by Alternative Asset Managers managing over $2.4 trillion in...

  • DBA Support Administrator

    5 days ago

    Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Brennan IT Full time ₹ 9,00,000 - ₹ 12,00,000 per year

    DBA Support Administrator Brennan. Where true performance thrives.At Brennan, we believe that how technology is delivered is every bit as important as what the technology is. We focus on creating real and relevant value for customers with solutions that fit their specific needs and always reflect their true interests. It's a claim backed by our True...

  • mysql dba

    2 days ago

    Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Route Mobile Limited Full time ₹ 9,00,000 - ₹ 12,00,000 per year

    Job RoleMYSQL DBAJob SummaryWe are seeking a skilled and experienced MySQL DBA to manage and maintain our MySQL database infrastructure. The ideal candidate will ensure optimal performance, security, and availability of database systems, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support business applications.LocationNavi Mumbai...

  • SQL Database Administrator

    2 weeks ago

    Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Capgemini Engineering Full time ₹ 12,00,000 - ₹ 36,00,000 per year

    Choosing Capgemini means choosing a company where you will be empowered to shape your career in the way you'd like, where you'll be supported and inspired by a collaborative community of colleagues around the world, and where you'll be able to reimagine what's possible. Join us and help the world's leading organizations unlock the value of technology and...