Job Description

Job Title: MS SQL Database Administrator & SQL Developer
Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: IT / Software Development
Reporting To: Head – IT / Technology Lead

We are seeking a skilled and proactive MS SQL Database Administrator and SQL Developer to support our growing logistics technology infrastructure. This dual-role position is critical in ensuring the reliability, performance, and scalability of our databases and business-critical applications.

The ideal candidate will play a key role in managing and optimizing large volumes of operational data including trip logs, route data, vehicle telemetry, fuel transactions, contractor payments, invoicing, and regulatory reports. A deep understanding of logistics workflows and data dependencies is essential.

Key Responsibilities

1. Database Administration (MS SQL Server)

• Install, configure, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server instances (including high availability, disaster recovery, backups, and clustering).
• Monitor database performance, tune queries, and optimize indexes to support real-time logistics applications.
• Manage user roles, permissions, and security policies to ensure data integrity and compliance.
• Ensure database uptime and reliability across operational environments (production, staging, and development).
• Develop and manage backup strategies, disaster recovery plans, and data archival policies.
• Schedule and manage SQL Server Agent jobs, replication, and linked servers.

2. SQL Development

• Write complex T-SQL queries, stored procedures, triggers, views, and functions to support application logic and reporting needs.
• Collaborate with software developers to create and optimize data-driven backend components for route planning, freight invoicing, vehicle scheduling, driver tracking, etc.
• Design and maintain ETL processes to integrate data from GPS devices, fuel cards, ERP systems, and third-party logistics platforms.
• Generate dynamic operational and financial reports for fleet performance, vehicle utilization, trip summaries, and KPI dashboards.

3. Logistics-Specific Data Management

• Develop and maintain normalized and de-normalized data models tailored for logistics operations.
• Implement logic for trip-based cost allocation, multi-party billing, and real-time location-based data aggregation.
• Manage geospatial data for route analytics, fuel usage patterns, and time/distance-based optimization models.
• Assist in implementing audit trails, exception logging, and regulatory reporting (e.g., vehicle compliance, emissions tracking).

4. Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Work closely with operations, transport planning, and finance teams to translate business requirements into technical database solutions.
• Support data requirements for BI tools, dashboards, and mobile/web applications.
• Participate in code reviews, data architecture discussions, and system integration planning.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: 6–8 years in MS SQL DBA and SQL development roles, ideally within the logistics, transportation, or supply chain domains

Technical Skills

Required:

• Expertise in MS SQL Server (2016 or later) including SSMS, Profiler, SQL Agent, and Management Studio tools.
• Proficient in T-SQL for writing efficient stored procedures, functions, triggers, and complex queries.
• Experience with query optimization, indexing strategies, and execution plan analysis
• Knowledge of ETL processes and working with large datasets across multiple systems.
• Strong understanding of data modelling, normalization/denormalization, and referential integrity.
• Experience with database security, backups, restore, recovery models, and transaction log handling.

Preferred:

• Exposure to cloud-based SQL solutions
• Familiarity with Power BI, SSRS, or other reporting tools.
• Knowledge of geospatial SQL, JSON handling, and logistics domain data models.
• Experience in integrating with GPS, IoT, fuel card APIs, or telematics systems.

Soft Skills

• Analytical mind-set with strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
• Team player with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy and system stability.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Health insurance and employee wellness benefits.
• Exposure to advanced logistics technologies and sustainable transport platforms.
• Professional development opportunities, training, and certification support.
• Flexible working environment with hybrid work options.

To Apply:
Please send your resume and portfolio of work to hr@quantumcorp.in. We’re excited to connect with data professionals who are passionate about using technology to drive transformation in the logistics sector.