Job Description

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We are seeking an experienced SQL Server DBA / Database Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in SQL Server database management, performance tuning, and data security. You will be responsible for maintaining the availability, performance, and integrity of our SQL Server databases.**Key Responsibilities:**
- **Database Administration:** Install, configure, and upgrade SQL Server instances. Monitor and maintain SQL Server databases to ensure high availability and performance.
- **Performance Tuning:** Identify and resolve performance issues. Optimize queries, indexes, and database schemas to enhance database performance.
- **Backup and Recovery:** Implement and manage backup and recovery strategies. Perform regular database backups and restore operations as needed.
- **Security Management:** Ensure database security through proper access controls, encryption, and auditing. Monitor and respond to security incidents.
- **Troubleshooting and Support:** Provide technical support for database-related issues. Troubleshoot and resolve database problems in a timely manner.
- **Documentation:** Maintain accurate documentation of database configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps.
- **Collaboration:** Work closely with developers, system administrators, and other stakeholders to design and implement database solutions that meet business needs.**Required Skills and Qualifications:**
- **Education:** Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate) are a plus.
- **Experience:** Minimum of 10 years of experience as a SQL Server DBA or Database Engineer.
- **Technical Skills:**
- Proficient in SQL Server 2016/2019/2022.
- Experience with SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), SQL Server Profiler, and other related tools.
- Strong understanding of T-SQL, stored procedures, and triggers.
- Knowledge of database design, indexing, and query optimization.
- Experience with SQL Server Always On, Replication, and High Availability solutions.
- **Problem-Solving:** Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- **Communication:** Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to explain complex technical issues to non-technical stakeholders.
- **Attention to Detail:** High level of accuracy and attention to detail.**Preferred Qualifications:**
- Experience with cloud-based SQL Server solutions (e.g., Azure SQL Database).
- Knowledge of other database systems (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) is a plus.
- Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas and are committed to sustainability across our global business. You will experience the critical role we have in helping to re-engineer the financial ecosystem to support and drive sustainable economic growth. Together, we are aiming to achieve this growth by accelerating the just transition to net zero, enabling growth of the green economy and creating inclusive economic opportunity.LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone\xe2\x80\x99s race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants\' and employees\' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.Please take a moment to read this carefully, as it describes what personal information London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) (we) may hold about you, what it\xe2\x80\x99s used for, and how it\xe2\x80\x99s obtained, .If you are submitting as a Recruitment Agency Partner, it is essential and your responsibility to ensure that candidates applying to LSEG are aware of this privacy notice.

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