SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA)
Capgemini Lisbon, Portugal
IT Services and IT Consulting · 10,001+ employees
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About the role
The SQL Server Database Administrator will manage, maintain, and optimize critical database environments to ensure high availability and performance. Responsibilities include performing performance tuning, managing backup and recovery processes, and troubleshooting operational issues within complex enterprise infrastructures.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates must have strong experience in Microsoft SQL Server administration and knowledge of complex architectures like AlwaysOn Availability Groups and Clustering. Proficiency in T-SQL, backup management, and familiarity with Windows Server and Linux operating systems are required.
Benefits
Full description
CAPGEMINI ENGINEERING
At Capgemini Engineering, the world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help the world’s most innovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life‑saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as they provide unique R&D and engineering services across all industries. Join us for a career full of opportunities. Where you can make a difference. Where no two days are the same.
YOUR ROLE
We are looking for a SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA) to join a team responsible for the operation, maintenance, and management of critical information systems and technologies. The role focuses on ensuring the availability, performance, and reliability of SQL Server database environments within complex enterprise infrastructures.
Key responsibilities include:
- Administering Microsoft SQL Server databases (System & Application);
- Managing and supporting highly complex and business-critical environments;
- Monitoring, analyzing, and optimizing database performance;
- Performing performance tuning and identifying improvement opportunities;
- Diagnosing, troubleshooting, and resolving operational issues;
- Managing SQL Server backup and recovery processes using Veritas NetBackup and Commvault;
- Supporting high-availability and disaster recovery architectures;
- Providing operational support for production environments with critical service requirements;
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to maintain and enhance database platforms.
YOUR PROFILE
Required Technical Skills
- Strong experience in Microsoft SQL Server administration;
- Solid knowledge of complex database architectures, including:
- AlwaysOn Availability Groups;
- SQL Server Clustering;
- Replication;
- Proven experience in database performance analysis and tuning;
- Good knowledge of T-SQL;
- Experience with backup and recovery management;
- Knowledge of the following operating systems:
- Windows Server, Linux
Nice to Have
- Experience working in large-scale enterprise environments;
- Background in supporting mission-critical production systems;
- Ability to work effectively under pressure in high-demand operational environments.
Join us and play a key role in the administration and optimization of critical database platforms, helping to ensure stability, performance, and continuous improvement across enterprise systems.
WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT WORKING HERE
- Join a multicultural and inclusive team environment
- Enjoy a supportive atmosphere promoting work‑life balance
- Hybrid work
- Your career growth is central to our mission. Our array of career growth programs and diverse professionals are crafted to support you in exploring a world of opportunities
- Access valuable training and certifications in cutting‑edge technologies
- Engage in exciting national and international projects
- Health and life insurance
- Referral program with bonuses for talent recommendations
- Great office locations
Capgemini is the business transformation partner for enterprises in the age of AI. We help organizations imagine and build an intelligent, sustainable future, combining AI, technology and human ingenuity to transform how they operate, innovate and grow. With unique end-to-end capabilities spanning strategy, technology, engineering and intelligent operations, we bring together deep industry expertise and market-leading capabilities in AI, cloud and data to turn ambition into measurable business outcomes at scale. Supported by a robust ecosystem of partners and nearly 60 years of expertise, Capgemini is a responsible and diverse global organization of over 410,000 team members in more than 50 countries.
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