Unit Manager- Technology Services

Full job description
Country
India
Working Schedule
Full-Time
Work Arrangement
Hybrid
Relocation Assistance Available
No
Posted Date
30-May-2025
Job ID
+108
Description and Requirements

Position Summary

The SQL Database Administrator is responsible for the design, implementation, and support of database systems for applications across MSSQL Dtababase platform (MSQL 201+,20222 server) Administrator is a part of the Database end to end delivery team working and collaborating with Application Development, Infrastructure Engineering and Operation Support teams to deliver and support secured, high performing and optimized database solutions. Database Administrator specializes in the SQL database platform.

Job Responsibilities

Manages design, distribution, performance, replication, security, availability, and access requirements for large and complex SQL & Sybase databases.
Designs and develops physical layers of databases to support various application needs; Implements back-up, recovery, archiving, conversion strategies, and performance tuning; Manages job scheduling, application release, database change and compliance.
Identifies and resolves problem utilizing structured tools and techniques.
Provides technical assistance and mentoring to staff in all aspects of database management; Consults and advises application development teams on database security, query optimization and performance.
Writes scripts for automating DBA routine tasks and documents database maintenance processing flows per standards.
Implement industry best practices while performing database administration task
Work in Agile model with the understanding of Agile concepts
Collaborate with development teams to provide and implement new features.
Able to debug production issues by analyzing the logs directly and using tools like Splunk.
Begin tackling organizational impediments
Learn new technologies based on demand and help team members by coaching and assisting.

Education, Technical Skills & Other Critical Requirement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or another related field with 10+ years of IT and Infrastructure engineering work experience.

Experience
(In Years)

10+ Years Total IT experience & 7+ Years relevant experience in SQL Server + Sybase Database

Technical Skills

Database Management: expert in managing and administering SQL Server, Azure SQL Server, and Sybase databases, ensuring high availability and optimal performance.
Data Infrastructure & Security: Expertise in designing and implementing robust data infrastructure solutions, with a strong focus on data security and compliance.
Backup & Recovery: Skilled in developing and executing comprehensive backup and recovery strategies to safeguard critical data and ensure business continuity.
Performance Tuning & Optimization: Adept at performance tuning and optimization of databases, leveraging advanced techniques to enhance system efficiency and reduce latency.
Cloud Computing & Scripting: Experienced in cloud computing environments and proficient in operating system scripting, enabling seamless integration and automation of database operations.
Management of database elements, including creation, alteration, deletion and copying of schemas, databases, tables, views, indexes, stored procedures, triggers, and declarative integrity constraints
Strong database analytical skills to improve application performance.
Should have strong working Knowledge of database performance Tuning, Backup & Recovery, Infrastructure as a Code and Observability tools (Elastic).
Must have experience of Automation tools and programming such as Ansible and Python.
Strong knowledge in ITSM process and tools (ServiceNow).
Ability to work 24*7 rotational shift to support the Database and Splunk platforms.

Other Critical Requirements

Excellent Analytical and Problem-Solving skills
Experience managing geographically distributed and culturally diverse workgroups with strong team management, leadership and coaching skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to clearly communicate/articulate technical and functional issues with conclusions and recommendations to stakeholders.
Prior experience in handling state side and offshore stakeholders
Experience in creating and delivering Business presentations.
Demonstrate ability to work independently and in a team environment

About MetLife

Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the 2024 "World's Most Admired Companies" and Fortune World’s 25 Best Workplaces™ for 2024, MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world’s leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.

Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by empathy, we’re inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it’s #AllTogetherPossible. Join us!