Overview of 66degrees 66degrees is an end-to-end AI transformation partner that guides enterprises from complex business challenges to clear, quantifiable outcomes. Our company is the culmination of several successful firms, each a leader in its own right in cloud, artificial intelligence, and data. This convergence of talent and expertise is how we help businesses reach their own "inflection point," where chaotic data becomes a strategic asset, complexity becomes clarity, and AI becomes an engine for growth. Our ultimate vision is to be the catalyst for a future where every business operates as an intelligent enterprise, with autonomous systems unlocking human potential. At 66degrees, we believe in thriving through challenges and winning together. These values not only guide us in achieving our goals as a company but also for our people. We are dedicated to creating a significant impact for our employees by fostering a culture that sparks innovation and supports professional and personal growth along the way. Overview of 66degrees 66degrees is a leading consulting and professional services company specializing in developing AI-focused, data-led solutions leveraging the latest advancements in cloud technology. With our unmatched engineering capabilities and vast industry experience, we help the world's leading brands transform their business challenges into opportunities and shape the future of work. Overview of Role We are seeking a highly skilled SQL Server Database Administrator with deep expertise in performance tuning, schema design, and database modernization. This role will lead agentic-driven database transformation initiatives, focusing on migration planning, query optimization, and automated monitoring across both legacy systems and cloud-hosted environments. The ideal candidate combines strong technical depth with a strategic mindset to modernize and optimize enterprise data platforms. Important Details: Employment Type: Contract - (upto 4-5 weeks) Work Mode: 100% Remote Notice Period: Immediate Joiners Responsibilities - Administer, maintain, and optimize SQL Server databases across on-premises and cloud environments - Lead database modernization initiatives, including migration from legacy systems to cloud platforms - Design and implement efficient, scalable database schemas aligned with business requirements - Perform advanced performance tuning, query optimization, and indexing strategies - Develop and implement automated monitoring, alerting, and self-healing database solutions - Analyze and resolve complex database performance and availability issues - Collaborate with cross-functional teams including data engineering, DevOps, and application teams - Ensure data security, integrity, backup, and disaster recovery strategies are in place - Drive adoption of agentic and AI-driven approaches for database operations and optimization - Document database architecture, processes, and best practices Qualifications - Mid- to senior-level professional with hands-on expertise in SQL Server database administration, performance optimization, and enterprise-scale database environments - Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server administration and architecture - Proven expertise in performance tuning, query optimization, and execution plan analysis - Experience in database schema design and data modeling - Demonstrated experience with database migration projects (on-prem to cloud platforms such as Azure or similar) - Familiarity with automation tools, monitoring solutions, and scripting (PowerShell, T-SQL, or similar) - Understanding of high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) solutions - Experience working with large-scale, high-volume transactional systems - Knowledge of cloud database services and hybrid architectures - Exposure to AI/agentic-driven database optimization approaches is a plus - Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment - Excellent communication and collaboration skills - A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related or equivalent work experience required 66degrees is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability status or other legally protected class. 66degrees is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability status or other legally protected class. AI Transparency & Disclosure As an AI transformation partner, 66degrees leverages intelligent solutions to enhance our recruitment experience. We utilize AI tools—including LinkedIn Recruiter’s Hiring Assistant and interview transcription technologies—to assist with sourcing, role analysis, and capturing interview highlights. These tools augment our process, but we "Commit to Our Craft" by ensuring all final hiring decisions are made by our human Talent Team. By applying, you acknowledge the use of these technologies to help us "Win Together" in finding the best fit for our team.

• Championing technical excellence by: • Driving the implementation of leading practice architecture for assigned clients. • Architecting and building solutions in AWS (e.g., Landing Zones, container platforms, application hosting environments, data storage solutions, etc.) using various AWS services like Control Tower, EKS/ECS, S3, Transit Gateway, EC2, etc. • Conducting cost-benefit and risk-reward analyses • Designing solutions, development and deployment plans, and high-level solution validation processes for execution by delivery teams • Being accountable for the overall technical success of client projects • Working with technology management to refine project management processes to continually improve technical delivery efficacy. • Assisting in prioritizing and sequencing infrastructure projects, supporting project work breakdown activities, helping to remove roadblocks, and collaboratively resolving disagreements related to solution design. • Fostering continual learning and collaboration by: • Serving as a mentor to team members around leading practices • Educating clients on solution rationale and leading practices • Building consensus amongst all technical stakeholders • Supporting rigorous project governance and execution through: • Meeting with team members daily to review progress. • Challenging team members on technical solution approaches and holding them accountable for implementation success. • Submit time on assigned projects daily. • Supporting project delivery team members by: • Always operating with transparency • Being responsive to requests from team members for information • Communicating working preferences and understanding others' working preferences to help develop a high-performing team that operates with respect, effectiveness, and efficiency.

Overview of 66degrees 66degrees is an end-to-end AI transformation partner that guides enterprises from complex business challenges to clear, quantifiable outcomes. Our company is the culmination of several successful firms, each a leader in its own right in cloud, artificial intelligence, and data. This convergence of talent and expertise is how we help businesses reach their own "inflection point," where chaotic data becomes a strategic asset, complexity becomes clarity, and AI becomes an engine for growth. Our ultimate vision is to be the catalyst for a future where every business operates as an intelligent enterprise, with autonomous systems unlocking human potential. At 66degrees, we believe in thriving through challenges and winning together. These values not only guide us in achieving our goals as a company but also for our people. We are dedicated to creating a significant impact for our employees by fostering a culture that sparks innovation and supports professional and personal growth along the way. Overview of Role We are seeking a highly skilled SQL Server Database Administrator with deep expertise in performance tuning, schema design, and database modernization. This role will lead agentic-driven database transformation initiatives, focusing on migration planning, query optimization, and automated monitoring across both legacy systems and cloud-hosted environments. The ideal candidate combines strong technical depth with a strategic mindset to modernize and optimize enterprise data platforms. Important Details: Employment Type: Contract - (4-5 weeks) Work Mode: 100% Remote Notice Period: Immediate Joiners Responsibilities - Administer, maintain, and optimize SQL Server databases across on-premises and cloud environments - Lead database modernization initiatives, including migration from legacy systems to cloud platforms - Design and implement efficient, scalable database schemas aligned with business requirements - Perform advanced performance tuning, query optimization, and indexing strategies - Develop and implement automated monitoring, alerting, and self-healing database solutions - Analyze and resolve complex database performance and availability issues - Collaborate with cross-functional teams including data engineering, DevOps, and application teams - Ensure data security, integrity, backup, and disaster recovery strategies are in place - Drive adoption of agentic and AI-driven approaches for database operations and optimization - Document database architecture, processes, and best practices Qualifications - Mid- to senior-level professional with hands-on expertise in SQL Server database administration, performance optimization, and enterprise-scale database environments - Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server administration and architecture - Proven expertise in performance tuning, query optimization, and execution plan analysis - Experience in database schema design and data modeling - Demonstrated experience with database migration projects (on-prem to cloud platforms such as Azure or similar) - Familiarity with automation tools, monitoring solutions, and scripting (PowerShell, T-SQL, or similar) - Understanding of high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) solutions - Experience working with large-scale, high-volume transactional systems - Knowledge of cloud database services and hybrid architectures - Exposure to AI/agentic-driven database optimization approaches is a plus - Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment - Excellent communication and collaboration skills - A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related or equivalent work experience required 66degrees is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability status or other legally protected class. AI Transparency & Disclosure As an AI transformation partner, 66degrees leverages intelligent solutions to enhance our recruitment experience. We utilize AI tools—including LinkedIn Recruiter’s Hiring Assistant and interview transcription technologies—to assist with sourcing, role analysis, and capturing interview highlights. These tools augment our process, but we "Commit to Our Craft" by ensuring all final hiring decisions are made by our human Talent Team. By applying, you acknowledge the use of these technologies to help us "Win Together" in finding the best fit for our team.

• Design and architect scalable, and resilient Oracle Cloud infrastructure solutions and shared services that comply with applicable industry standards (e.g., SOC2, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, etc.) and regulatory requirements (e.g., NIST, DOD CC SRG) • Develop cloud strategy and roadmaps aligned with organization objectives and technical requirements • Evaluate emerging cloud technologies and assess their potential impact on organizational goals • Use and drive adoption of DevSecOps practices and related automation such as GitLab pipelines, Terraform, Ansible, Kubernetes, Jira, Confluence, Artifactory, and automated testing • Optimize performance and reliability of the OCI Cloud One environment and shared services • Implement / integrate with identity and access management solutions, security monitoring frameworks, and other multi-cloud common services • Support customer onboarding and implement a consistent pathway to cloud adoption • Configure and troubleshoot cloud, virtual, and physical hardware and software systems • Prepare detailed technical documentation to support development and operational processes • Support security assessments and remediate vulnerabilities in cloud environments • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including other Cloud One environment teams, development, operations, security, and product management • Create reference architectures, design patterns, and technical standards for cloud implementations