Sr. SQL Server Database Administrator

Let’s be #BrilliantTogether

ISS STOXX is looking for a Sr. SQL Server Database Administrator to join our team in Mumbai (Goregaon East), India.

Overview:

We are are currently seeking to add a SQL Server Database Administrator. Advance your career with the leading provider of corporate governance and responsible investment solutions. Institutional Shareholder Services STOXX empowers investors and companies to build sustainable financial and social value by providing high quality data, analytics, and insight. Our clients rely on ISS’ expertise and capital stewardship to help them make informed investment decisions, and our people are equally passionate about positively impacting the communities where we live and work. If you want to be a part of an exciting work culture that values innovation, collaboration, and provides you with the support you need to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you!

Responsibilties:

• Expertise in Installing, Configuring, Managing, Monitoring and Troubleshooting MS SQL Servers. MySQL/MariaDB, PostgreSQL and Oracle plus.

• Experience in applying patches and service packs to keep Database at the current patch level.

• Expertise in Setting up security polices and creating appropriate logins, roles & permissions.

• Expertise troubleshooting T-SQL slow queries using DMVs, trace, performance monitoring tools and tuning queries using query rewrite, index redesign, Query Store, tweaking SQL Server configuration values, Server configurations and other methodologies.

• Strong understanding of different types of JOINs, HINTs, operators in execution plan and how optimizer engine works

• Strong knowledge on different type of locks, lock compatibilities and must be able provide resolution for frequent Blocking and Deadlocks situations in highly pressurized situations.

• Technical expertise in Tempdb usage and its configurations for optimal performance

• Expertise in SQL Server Replication, Mirroring, Log Shipping, AlwaysOn Groups, Backup/Recovery, Disaster Recovery and Planning.

• Experience working with Indexes, Table Partitioning, Traces.

• Expertise in Database Administration on Production Servers with server configuration, performance tuning and maintenance with outstanding troubleshooting capabilities.

• Strong technical background along with the ability to perform business analysis and write effective documentation and specifications.

• Worked in T-SQL writing stored procedures, triggers and functions.

• Expert in data transformation services and Bulk Loads with SSIS and BULK INSERT ETL operations.

• Experience in using DMV and Dynamic Management Functions for finding out long running queries, performance troubleshooting, query plans.

• Working knowledge in Integration Services (SSIS), Reporting Services (SSRS) and upgrade, migration of it.

• Positive attitude at work and towards team members, involvement in productive discussions and volunteering lead to improve databases.

• Responsible for problem escalation and resolution by working closely with Application management/QA and development teams.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Mathematics or other similar concentration.

• 4-5 years of hands-on experience with SQL Server database administration & other RDBMS.

• Proficiency in SQL, T-SQL, and database management tools like SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), PL/SQL

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

• Familiarity with PowerShell scripting for automation.

• Knowledge of high availability options for SQL Server, such as clustering and replication.

• Basic understanding of MySQL, MariaDB, PostgreSQL and Oracle a plus.

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What You Can Expect from Us

At ISS STOXX, our people are our driving force. We are committed to building a culture that values diverse skills, perspectives, and experiences. We hire the best talent in our industry and empower them with the resources, support, and opportunities to grow—professionally and personally.

Together, we foster an environment that fuels creativity, drives innovation, and shapes our future success.

Let’s empower, collaborate, and inspire.

Let’s be #BrilliantTogether.

About ISS STOXX

ISS STOXX GmbH is a leading provider of research and technology solutions for the financial market. Established in 1985, we offer top-notch benchmark and custom indices globally, helping clients identify investment opportunities and manage portfolio risks. Our services cover corporate governance, sustainability, cyber risk, and fund intelligence. Majority-owned by Deutsche Börse Group, ISS STOXX has over 3,400 professionals in 33 locations worldwide, serving around 6,400 clients, including institutional investors and companies focused on ESG, cyber, and governance risk. Clients trust our expertise to make informed decisions for their stakeholders' benefit. 

Visit our website: https://www.issgovernance.com       

View additional open roles: https://www.issgovernance.com/join-the-iss-team/      

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