Microsoft SQL Server Administration

The Data Engineer is responsible for: Assessing data and application databases against the client's data retention schedules and recommending the appropriate retention schedule for various datasets. Developing and maintaining complex Microsoft SQL Server queries, stored procedures, and scripts to support data archiving, purging, and lifecycle management activities. Analyzing datasets to identify insights, trends, and data relationships, particularly in environments with limited or incomplete data dictionaries. Reviewing and optimizing SQL Server query performance , including indexing strategies, query tuning, and data processing enhancements. Supporting SQL-based ETL processes , including data extraction, transformation, loading, and validation using Microsoft SQL technologies. Documenting data processes, database logic, and workflows to ensure clarity, maintainability, and compliance with data governance standards. Collaborating with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to gather data requirements and deliver effective SQL-based solutions. Working independently while continuously building subject matter expertise in Microsoft SQL Server data management and optimization . Maintaining and enhancing technical proficiency by keeping current with best practices in SQL Server, data engineering, and database performance optimization .Develop custom software solutions to design, code, and enhance components across systems or applications. Use modern frameworks and agile practices to deliver scalable, high-performing solutions tailored to specific business needs. The ideal candidate should possess: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft SQL Server and SQL data analysis, including experience with complex queries, stored procedures, and performance tuning. Experience with SQL Server data modeling and relational database design. Intermediate experience in data engineering and data analysis within SQL Server environments. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively with complex datasets. Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with clients and stakeholders, including facilitating discussions and meetings when required. A collaborative mindset, actively contributing solutions to technical challenges and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. #LI-PH About Accenture Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world’s leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth and enhance citizen services—creating tangible value at speed and scale. We are a talent- and innovation-led company with approximately 791,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Technology is at the core of change today, and we are one of the world’s leaders in helping drive that change, with strong ecosystem relationships. We combine our strength in technology and leadership in cloud, data and AI with unmatched industry experience, functional expertise and global delivery capability. Our broad range of services, solutions and assets across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X and Song, together with our culture of shared success and commitment to creating 360° value, enable us to help our clients reinvent and build trusted, lasting relationships. We measure our success by the 360° value we create for our clients, each other, our shareholders, partners and communities. Visit us at Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, military veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by applicable law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities.