Contour
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TraineeSQLDBA
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“Trainee SQL DBA at Contour. Skills: SQL Server, Database Administration, ETL. Assist in installation/configuration of SQL Server instances in lab or test environments. Learn to secure data and manage user access under guidance”
Industry & Context.
Organized and efficient approach to troubleshooting (what is the realm of possibilities, how can eliminate each, where should focus my efforts)
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Basic knowledge of SQL Server and databases (academic coursework or self‑study), Completed a BS in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent, Basic understanding of SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), Familiarity with writing simple T‑SQL queries, Awareness of database security and backup concepts, General knowledge of Windows OS
Nice to Have
Familiarity with Azure SQL, SSIS, or ADF concepts is a plus, Exposure to Azure SQL Database concepts, Introductory knowledge of SSIS and ADF workflows, Willingness to learn scripting (PowerShell, T‑SQL), Interest in exploring Azure Cloud fundamentals
What You'll Do.
Assist in installation/configuration of SQL Server instances in lab or test environments
Learn to secure data and manage user access under guidance
Practice back‑ups and recovery procedures on non‑production systems
Monitor logs and basic performance metrics with supervision
Support routine maintenance tasks such as patching and updates
Shadow senior DBAs in troubleshooting database issues
Help document performance tuning strategies and observe optimization techniques
Contribute to compliance and documentation by maintaining records of tasks
Assist in building simple SSIS packages for ETL practice
Write and test basic SQL queries and stored procedures
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Reaches out to peers and supervisors to establish an overall collaborative relationship; Share domain and technical expertise, providing technical mentorship and cross-training to other peers and team members
Communication Scope
Comfortable playing the role of a SQL expert on the team, and working with customers directly, when required
Full Job Description
_**About Contour**_ [Contour Software](http://contour-software.com/) has grown from a dozen people to over 2,000 staff across 3 cities, in less than 14 years. As a subsidiary of Constellation Software Inc., we are proud to be part of a global enterprise software conglomerate that has grown to become one of the top 10 software companies in the world, with employees and customers in 100+ countries. With a broad-based and ever-growing portfolio of market-leading, vertical-market enterprise solutions covering more than 100 industry domains in predominantly mature markets, CSI's recipe creates the perfect environment for professionals to build fulfilling, long-term careers. What started as an R&D & Accounting back-office, has progressed into a full-service Global Centre serving all functions and departments, at the divisional as well as operating group/corporate level. Today Contour employees, located in Karachi, Lahore & Islamabad, are serving CSI divisions located in time zones spanning the globe, from Sydney to Vancouver. With the global growth of Constellation as the wind in our sails, we are only just getting started! **Company:** Constellation R.O. Writer Inc. (ROW) ([_https://www.rowriter.com_](https://www.rowriter.com/)), is a leading automotive software business and an innovative market leader with a long history of success in serving independent and franchised automotive repair shops. Their software helps these shops increase efficiency, predictability, and profits which has allowed ROW to become the trusted partner for thousands of businesses across North America. ROW was acquired by The Perseus Group, an operating group of Constellation Software Inc. ([_https://www.csisoftware.com_](https://www.csisoftware.com/)), Constellation, together with its subsidiaries, acquires, builds, and manages vertical market software businesses in the United States, Canada and internationally. Constellation Software Inc. is a public company that trades on the Toronto Stock Excha
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