Description
Job Title: Senior Database Engineer (SQL Server)
Job Summary:
We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Database Engineer with strong expertise in Microsoft SQL Server. The ideal candidate should have deep technical knowledge of database design, performance tuning, and the ability to understand, analyze, and enhance existing database procedures. This role requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work on complex database systems in a fast-paced environment.
Requirements
Required Skills & Qualifications:
6+ years of experience working with Microsoft SQL Server
Strong expertise in T-SQL, stored procedures, functions, and triggers
Hands-on experience with query optimization and performance tuning
Ability to read, understand, and modify complex existing database code
Experience with database design, normalization, and indexing strategies
Knowledge of SQL Server tools such as SSMS, SQL Profiler, and execution plans
Familiarity with backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with cloud platforms (Azure SQL, AWS RDS, or GCP SQL)
Knowledge of database CI/CD and deployment automation
Exposure to Agile/Scrum environments
Experience with large-scale or high-transaction systems
Soft Skills:
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities
Attention to detail and commitment to quality
Proactive and ownership-driven mindset
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
Design, develop, and maintain SQL Server databases to ensure high performance, availability, and reliability
Analyze and understand existing database structures, stored procedures, functions, and triggers
Optimize complex queries, stored procedures, and indexing strategies for performance improvements
Troubleshoot database issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions
Collaborate with application teams to support database-related requirements and deployments
Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with organizational standards
Participate in release activities, including database deployments and migrations
Create and maintain technical documentation for database processes and changes
Monitor database performance and proactively recommend improvements
Support production issues and provide timely resolution
What we offer
Exciting Projects: We focus on industries like High-Tech, communication, media, healthcare, retail and telecom. Our customer list is full of fantastic global brands and leaders who love what we build for them.
Collaborative Environment: You Can expand your skills by collaborating with a diverse team of highly talented people in an open, laidback environment — or even abroad in one of our global centers or client facilities!
Work-Life Balance: GlobalLogic prioritizes work-life balance, which is why we offer flexible work schedules, opportunities to work from home, and paid time off and holidays.
Professional Development: Our dedicated Learning & Development team regularly organizes Communication skills training(GL Vantage, Toast Master),Stress Management program, professional certifications, and technical and soft skill trainings.
Excellent Benefits: We provide our employees with competitive salaries, family medical insurance, Group Term Life Insurance, Group Personal Accident Insurance , NPS(National Pension Scheme ), Periodic health awareness program, extended maternity leave, annual performance bonuses, and referral bonuses.
Fun Perks: We want you to love where you work, which is why we host sports events, cultural activities, offer food on subsidies rates, Corporate parties. Our vibrant offices also include dedicated GL Zones, rooftop decks and GL Club where you can drink coffee or tea with your colleagues over a game of table and offer discounts for popular stores and restaurants!
About GlobalLogic
GlobalLogic, a Hitachi Group Company, is a trusted digital engineering partner to the world’s largest and most forward-thinking companies. Since 2000, we’ve been at the forefront of the digital revolution – helping create some of the most innovative and widely used digital products and experiences. Today we continue to collaborate with clients in transforming businesses and redefining industries through intelligent products, platforms, and services.
