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SQL DBA at Cognizant

Posted in Information Technology 30+ days ago.

Type: Full-Time
Location: Eagan, Minnesota





Job Description:

We are looking for SQL DBA for an immediate need. This is a client-facing role & the candidate will have regular interactions with various client managers.

Required Skills

Job Responsibilities


  • The main responsibility of a SQL Server DBA is managing the development and performance of SQL databases for web applications, businesses and organizations, and educational institutions.

  • A SQL Server DBA uses their experience with data architecture and management to develop and scale SQL databases based on their organization’s needs.

  • They may also configure servers and processes and automate tasks to improve reliability and cut down on development time.

  • The SQL Server DBA conducts troubleshooting and bug fixing on databases and applications, resolving issues without excessive downtime or data loss.

  • They may need to validate data and perform extensive testing to ensure that the database systems and access programs meet the end user’s requirements.

  • SQL Server DBAs also ensure that data is intact, correct, and accessible after a server migration or backup.

  • Another important responsibility of the SQL Server DBA is gathering requirements and specifications from end users.

  • The SQL Server DBA uses this information to design and structure data and grant access to users.

  • Additionally, the SQL Server DBA shares these requirements with developers on their team to guide development projects and ensure that the system meets functional requirements.

  • Finally, SQL Server DBAs constantly seek out methods to better handle data and increase system efficiency.

  • This can mean assisting developers with writing more complex and optimized queries, changing data structures, or automating tasks to decrease development time.

  • SQL Server DBAs may also propose and develop improved methodologies and institute best practices around database security and access.

Technical Skills




















SNo Primary Skill Proficiency Level * Rqrd./Dsrd.
1 SQLLite DB Admin PL4 Required
2 SQL Server DB Administration PL4 Required

 

* Proficiency Legends






















Proficiency Level Generic Reference
PL1 The associate has basic awareness and comprehension of the skill and is in the process of acquiring this skill through various channels.
PL2 The associate possesses working knowledge of the skill, and can actively and independently apply this skill in engagements and projects.
PL3 The associate has comprehensive, in-depth and specialized knowledge of the skill. She / he has extensively demonstrated successful application of the skill in engagements or projects.
PL4 The associate can function as a subject matter expert for this skill. The associate is capable of analyzing, evaluating and synthesizing solutions using the skill.





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