Microsoft SQL Server Database Consultant

**Job Description:**DXC Technology is a Fortune 500 Global IT Services Leader and is ranked at 152. Our more than 130,000 people in 70-plus countries are entrusted by our customers to deliver what matters most. We use the power of technology to deliver mission critical IT services that transform global businesses. We deliver excellence for our customers, colleagues and communities around the world.**Accelerate your career and reimagine the possibilities with DXC**We inspire and take care of our people. Work in a culture that encourages innovation and where brilliant people embrace change and seize opportunities to advance their careers and amplify customer success. Leverage technology skills and deep industry knowledge to help clients. Work on transformation programs that modernize operations and drive innovation across our customer’s entire IT estate using the latest technologies in cloud, applications, security, IT Outsourcing, business process outsourcing and modern workplace.The Microsoft SQL Server Database Consultant will provide technical consulting and managed services to a wide range of customers locally in Australia and New Zealand as a key member of our Database practice.**Responsibilities:**SQL Server database Administration, including all SQL HA and DR technologies· Install and configuration of SQL DB engine, SSIS, SSAS & SSRS.· SQL performance tuning & investigation.· SQL Server upgrades, downgrades, and migrations (In-place / Side-by-Side upgradation)· SQL Patching.· SQL Encryption (TDE) .· SQL Logshipping, Database Mirroring Replication and Always On.· Azure SQL Database Administration with On Prem, Azure Pass, Azure managed Instances, AWS EC2, AWS RDS instances.· SQL Server migration from on prem to cloud based assets like Azure Pass, AWS EC2, AWS RDS instances· Competent to work at the highest level of all phases of database administration.· Have a good working experience in Core SQL DBA Architecture, Backups/Recovery and Performance tuning exercise.· Experience in Coordinating and working with Clients to understand the business requirements and design the architecture, accordingly, resolve issues if any.· Must be a strong team player and able to work closely with the other technical specialists and team members.· Ability to manage competing priorities in a complex environment.· Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication· Be part of a 24x7 roster supporting customers across Australia, New Zealand and Asia Pacific**Mandatory Skills Description:*****Technical Skills and Experience Required:***· Minimum of 8 years of experience as a database administrator, with implementations, upgrades, migrations, conversions, and consolidation projects with Microsoft SQL Server databases.· Strong experience with Microsoft SQL Server Database ranging from SQL 2005 to SQL 2022 on Windows platforms.· Take ownership of problems, incidents and project work.· Excellent problem-solving and performance tuning skills.· Excellent communication skills.· Be able to follow direction and take ownership of any allocated projects/changes/incidents/problems.· You will be expected to obtain your SQL MS certification & to become familiar with working within a ITIL framework.· Strong command administering database security, data recovery, performance monitoring and tuning on both On Prem and Cloud platforms.· Design & build specific database environments to meet business requirements.· Proficient in writing and optimizing SQL statements.· Must have experience with Microsoft SQL Server Always On / HADR.· Strong analytical skills and the ability to make quick and accurate decisions.· Consulting experience in providing support and implementation services with the ability to build lasting positive customer relationships, takes ownership in maintaining quality of service and recommending areas of improvement.**Qualifications**· Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience**Nice-to-Have Skills Description:**· Azure Data Factory.· PowerShell· SQL SSIS / SSRS / SSAS· PowerBI· Azure Synapse· Azure Databricks· T-SQL**What awaits you in DXC:*** Health Insurance (HMO) for you and dependents upon hiring* Life Insurance coverage from day 1 of employment* 15 - 20 Days’ Vacation and 15 Days Sick Leave* Expanded maternity leave up to 120 days and Maternity Benefits* Expanded paternity leave up to 30 days* Non-Taxable Allowance (De-minimis)* Company-sponsored trainings upskilling, and certification* SMART First Working Arrangements* Healthy and Encouraging Work Environment* Recognition and Pay for Performance Culture* Supplemental Pay (Standby/Shift)* Retirement Program* Employee Assistance Program**If you are motivated to deliver excellent results, want to grow your career and make a difference, come join us.****We are DXC.**At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. 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