Microsoft SQL Server Engineer - REMOTE in US (Plano, TX, US)

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We are currently seeking a Microsoft SQL Server Engineer - REMOTE in US to join our team in Plano, Texas (US-TX), United States (US)

Prior to Applying, please review and comply accordingly: ** Must be a US citizen or Green card holder to proceed with applying. ** Please know, an FBI CJIS Background check is administered every 12 months. **This position aligns with supporting a 24*7 operations production support model

Experience Level: 2–6 years of SQL Server administration 1+ year supporting DBaaS in public cloud environments Support Model: Off-shift / rotating schedule required (24x7 operations) Role Summary: The SQL Server Engineer supports day-to-day operations of SQL Server databases in public cloud environments, executing standardized operational tasks, monitoring, and maintenance activities

Key Responsibilities: Support SQL Server database operations in public cloud DBaaS environments

Perform routine database backup, restore, and patching activities

Monitor database health and performance using cloud-native monitoring tools

Assist with database provisioning and configuration using approved IaC templates

Execute database refreshes, exports, and imports

Monitor and manage: Transaction logs Database file growth TempDB and storage utilization Assist with basic performance tuning tasks: Index maintenance Execution of approved tuning scripts Support database security controls, including: Role and permission verification Encryption validation Audit logging support Follow documented operational procedures and standards