About the job
We are seeking an experienced Senior SQL Database Administrator with a minimum of 5-7 years of relevant expertise in SQL database management. Ideal candidates will have a background in large multinational corporations and extensive environments.
Strong communication skills are essential for collaborating with various operating companies across different regions under AXA.
This challenging position involves the setup, configuration, and ongoing maintenance of production database environments. Candidates should possess a solid understanding of Windows NT servers and versions 2000 and 2003 (standard, enterprise, & datacenter).
Responsibilities include providing expert guidance to application DBAs and development teams, SQL programming, and scripting support. Familiarity with SQL Server versions 2000, 2005, and 2008 is a plus.
Key duties involve establishing high availability features for SQL Server (including Clustering, Replication, Mirroring, and Log Shipping) for 24/7 production environments, along with troubleshooting and optimization of performance.
Moreover, candidates should have experience with database design, capacity planning for new projects, and evaluating third-party database tools as needed. Proactive involvement in optimizing the current environment and monitoring is highly desirable.
Expertise in installation, configuration of database clusters, log shipping, and mirroring is required, alongside valuable knowledge of various clustering solutions such as Microsoft and VERITAS.
Further responsibilities include database bug-fixing, migration, upgrading, and patching. Familiarity with FOGLIGHT, LightSpeed, TSM, and Disaster Recovery processes is advantageous.
Knowledge of SOX audits, quality and process orientation, as well as exposure to audit tools is preferred. Candidates should be capable of managing incidents, requests, and change management processes, and should possess a strong customer service approach.
Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in leading teams, understanding customer SLAs and KPIs, and will be flexible to work in shifts, including rotational and on-call support.

