Database Administrator II at Ncratleos in Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Database Administrator II Location: HYDERABAD, IND About NCR Atleos NCR Atleos, headquartered in Atlanta, is a leader in expanding financial access. Our dedicated 20,000 employees optimize the branch, improve operational efficiency and maximize self-service availability for financial institutions and retailers across the globe. Job Description Summary NCR Atleos is seeking a SQL DBA to who will provide expert level support for highly available SQL Server environments. The ideal candidate will be articulate and approachable and have practical/working knowledge of clustering, log shipping, mirroring, replication, and Always On availability groups as methods used to meet business needs. The ideal candidate must also be able to troubleshoot time sensitive production issues in a timely manner. Job Description Essential Duties and Responsibilities Experience in managing SQL Server 2008, 2012, 2014 and 2016 as well as sun setting older databases/versions Experience in troubleshooting and resolving database integrity issues, performance issues, blocking and deadlocking issues, replication issues, log shipping issues, connectivity issues, security issues etc. Experience in Performance Tuning, Query Optimization, using SQL Server monitoring utilities such as Spotlight (preferred), Redgate, or Idera Ability to detect/ troubleshoot SQL Server related CPU, memory, I/O, disk space and other resource contention Good Experience in backups, restores, recovery models, database shrink operations, DBCC commands Experience with Always On design , Availability groups, replication, log shipping, mirroring and storage replication technologies Experience in indexes, index management, integrity checks, configuration, patching Knowledge of SQL Server tools ( Profiler, DTA, SSMS, SAC, SSCM, PerfMon, DMVs, system procs) Solid acquaintance with windows server, security delegation, SPNs, storage components Ability to work independently as well as with a team of onshore and offshore resources Experience with designing DR plans while satisfying SLA requirements and conducting Disaster recovery tests. Designing/Recommending database alerts for monitoring database availability and performance. Ability to work with internal and external auditors on PCI compliance audits. Highly self-motivated and excellent time management skills. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Core Competencies and Skills Excellent planning, organizational, innovation and initiative skills. Team player and acts both as a player and as mentor. Superior knowledge in administering MS SQL Server. Ability to accurately monitor environments, resolve issues, and plan capacity improvements. Education Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent degree/experience and relevant working experience. Experience Minimum 5 years of experience as MS SQL database administrator. Hands-on experience with MS SQL Server 2008 R2, 2012, 2014, and 2016 required. Knowledge in Linux and Hadoop environments will be a plus. Success criteria and performance measures Demonstrates collaboration with multiple teams for successful solutions. Adheres to standards and guidelines. Continually monitors creative product to ensure it conforms to the existing environments. Flexible work hours to support a 24x7 environment. Hybrid #LI-PS1 Offers of employment are conditional upon passage of screening criteria applicable to the job. EEO Statement NCR Atleos is an equal-opportunity employer. It is NCR Atleos policy to hire, train, promote, and pay associates based on their job-related qualifications, ability, and performance, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, marital status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other factor protected by law. Statement to Third Party Agencies To ALL recruitment agencies: NCR Atleos only accepts resumes from agencies on the NCR Atleos preferred supplier list. Please do not forward resumes to our applicant tracking system, NCR Atleos employees, or any NCR Atleos facility. NCR Atleos is not responsible for any fees or charges associated with unsolicited resumes.