• Solution Architect, D&T, MS SQL Administ

    West Pharmaceutical Services (IN)


    Solution Architect, D&T, MS SQL Administ

    Requisition ID:

    72109

    Date:

    Nov 19, 2025

    Location:

    IN

    Department:

    Digtl & Transfrmtion

    Description:

    Job Summary

    In this role, you will be responsible for the implementation, configuration, administration & maintenance of West Pharma’s SQL Server database systems. The candidate should be a subject matter expertise in performance tuning, troubleshooting & pro-active maintenance while ensuring system integrity and maximum availability of the underlying database. Working in a Global environment, the candidate should have a hands-on approach capable of working across teams and time zones.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities

    + Manage/Administer West Pharma's portfolio of SQL Server databases globally.

    + Expertise in all areas of database administration like Installation, Configuration, Client/Server Connectivity, Backup & Recovery etc.

    + Performing scheduled maintenance & patch deployment to ensure the environment is updated adequately.

    + Optimization of databases based on growth and capacity management.

    + Knowledge & experience in setting up High Availability (HA), SQL AON & Disaster Recovery (DR) solutions.

    + Experience with Performance Tuning and Optimization using native monitoring and troubleshooting tools

    + Independently analyze, solve, and correct issues in real time, providing problem resolution end-to-end.

    + Experience in automated monitoring of underlying database as part of daily maintenance tasks.

    + Experience with Performance Tuning and Optimization using native monitoring and troubleshooting tools.

    + Experience in Data Migration/Upgrade across different MS SQL server versions.

    + Other duties as assigned

    Additional Responsibilities

    Education

    + Bachelor’s/Post-Graduate degree or equivalent experience.

    Work Experience

    + Minimum 3 years 3-5 years of experience in related fields required

    Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

    + Subject matter expertise in SQL Server database (2012,2014,2016,2017, 2019, 2022).

    + Experience with SQL Server DB on Windows (On-premise & Azure).

    + Experience in Enterprise Manager, Query Analyzer, SQL Profiler, SQL Server Configuration Manager, Service Broker, SQL Server audit, Perfmon, SQL Diagnostic Manager etc.

    + Experience in setting up backups & restore/recovery mechanisms.

    + Experience in implementation of SQL Server Integration Services SSIS, SQL Server Reporting Services SSRS etc.

    + Experience in installation, configuration, and administration of SQL workloads on Azure

    + Experience in automation & development using PL/SQL, Shell, SQL builder, Perl, Windows DOS etc

    + Able to be aware of all relevant SOPs as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description

    + Able to comply with the company’s safety policy at all times

    + Able to comply with the company’s quality policy at all times

    + Strong analytical & problem-solving ability along with excellent communication skills.

    + Flexibility to work outside of working hours and on-call support.

    Physical and Travel Requirements

    + 15% travel, including global travel

    + Occasional on-call work required

    + Prefer 12pm – 9pm India time. Willingness to work outside of these hours as needed.

    + Ability to work in a global and virtual environment and to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.​

    Additional Requirements

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