SQL Database Administrator

Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India
Apr 26, 2024
Apr 26, 2025
Remote
Full-Time
5 Years
Job Description

Luxoft's esteemed client, a leading provider of investment technology regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority in the UK, is dedicated to empowering investment managers and financial institutions with cutting-edge front and back-office solutions. With operations spanning across London, Hong Kong, and Connecticut, they are poised for exponential growth, supported by institutional backing and a history of delivering top-tier financial services.

We at Luxoft have been entrusted to refine their technical support infrastructure into a robust, SLA-governed service. Our goal is to establish a best-in-class foundation that amplifies our client's market opportunities and facilitates their ambitious growth plans.

Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive support to business and technology users across three key geographies: USA, UK, and Hong Kong, with a focus on your specialized area within a full-service team.
  • Ensure the seamless operation of databases within predefined SLAs.
  • Collaborate with project teams to implement new data structures and schemas into production environments.
  • Undertake database optimization and administration tasks to enhance performance and efficiency.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives in collaboration with the broader team.
  • Uphold production stability by swiftly resolving incidents, effectively managing resulting problems, and implementing long-term solutions to enhance key metrics such as availability and uptime.

Mandatory Skills

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent field, coupled with extensive practical experience.
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in infrastructure support.
  • Proficiency in core technologies including.
    • Sybase
    • Microsoft SQL Server (5+ years of strong knowledge is essential)
    • Windows system administration (strong knowledge required)
  • Familiarity with Git-based source control management and versioning tools.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration with users and team members.

Nice-to-Have Skills

  • Previous experience in the Global Markets, Banking, or Financial Services domain.
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
  • Ability to thrive within a globally distributed team environment, collaborating with stakeholders and development teams across multiple locations.

Join us in this exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of shaping the future of investment technology and supporting our client's journey towards unparalleled success in the financial services industry. Apply now to become a vital part of our dynamic team!