This job posting is seeking a Senior Consultant with expertise in SQL Server 2008 R2 to design and deliver complex solutions for Microsoft customers. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of related IT experience including experience with SQL Server 2008 R2 and earlier versions. They should also have experience designing for high availability, scalability, and performance as well as data center design. Relevant Microsoft certifications and a proven record of delivering business value to customers are required.

1. SQL Server Consultant - Microsoft, Sydney Are you an expert in the latest version of SQL Server?Are you accomplished in the architecture, design and deployment of solutions on the Microsoft platform in large enterprises?Do you have a passion for delivering leading-edge technology solutions?Are you ready to apply your expertise in Microsoft technology to complex and challenging customer projects? Are you “All In” with the broadest and most innovative technology stack stretching from on-premise to the cloud?If you are all these things, read on…Microsoft Services in Australia is hiring a Senior Consultant who can design and deliver world-class large and complex solutions for our customers. The successful applicant will be an expert in SQL Server 2008 R2, and experienced in technical consulting, development and deployment. Microsoft Services is the consulting and enterprise support division of Microsoft. We help our customers get the best return on their investments in Microsoft products and technologies, with strong emphasis on quality and delivering business value. We work closely with our strong network of partners to deliver the best value for our customers, and we enable our partners with the real-world lessons we learn. This puts us at the leading edge of Microsoft technology, both with on-premise and cloud solutions. Training, Certification and ExperienceMust have a degree in Computer Science or Engineering, or equivalent work experience. At least 8 years related IT experience, including SQL Server 2008 R2 and earlier versions of the product.Experience designing and tuning for high availability, scalability and performance. Data centre design experience, including clustering, failover, storage and networking.Knowledge of related infrastructure technologies, including Active Directory, client security and identity management, considered highly desirable. Work experience must involve technical consulting, development, and deployment.Relevant Microsoft certifications.Must have a proven record of delivering business value and ability to build relationships and maintain customer satisfaction, including at senior management levels. Must be resourceful, confident under pressure and accomplished at risk and expectation management. Any experience with SQL Azure regarded highly.Industry certifications such as ITIL and TOGAF will be highly valued. Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesAnalytical Problem SolvingBuilding Customer/Partner RelationshipsConfidenceCross-Boundary CollaborationImpact and InfluenceInterpersonal AwarenessServices Project ManagementStrategic InsightProduct & Technology ExpertiseValue SellingDealing with ambiguityRisk Management<br />