Full-Time
SQL Database Administrator
Database Administration
Posted on 8/28/2025
Universal Electronics
1,001-5,000 employees
Designs and manufactures smart home controls
No salary listed
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
- 7-10 years of experience as a SQL Server DBA or in a similar role.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft SQL Server (2012 and later versions).
- Solid experience with T-SQL, stored procedures, indexing, and performance tuning.
- Experience with HA/DR technologies like Always On Availability Groups, replication, and failover clustering.
- Familiarity with tools such as SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), SQL Profiler, and third-party monitoring tools.
- Working knowledge of Windows Server OS and Active Directory.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Install, configure, and maintain SQL Server databases (including SQL Server 2016/2019/2022 or Azure SQL).
- Monitor system performance and ensure database availability and reliability.
- Perform database tuning, optimization, and query performance monitoring using native monitoring tools.
- Manage database security by controlling access permissions and privileges.
- Implement backup, recovery, and high availability (HA/DR) strategies (e.g., Always On, Log Shipping, Database Mirroring).
- Plan and execute database upgrades and patching.
- Create and manage database documentation and standards.
- Collaborate with developers to ensure efficient database design and performance.
- Automate routine DBA tasks using PowerShell or T-SQL scripts.
- Participate in capacity planning and disaster recovery drills.
- Troubleshoot database issues and provide 24/7 support for critical systems as required.
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate or similar certification.
- Experience with Azure SQL Database, Managed Instances, and hybrid cloud environments.
- Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines involving database deployments.
- Knowledge on Azure Cloud Infrastructure and Azure Databases.
- Experience with data warehousing and SSIS/SSRS/SSAS is a plus.
Universal Electronics designs, develops, and manufactures smart home and wireless control solutions. Its product lineup includes smart thermostats, remote controls, HVAC systems, and hospitality-focused devices, built for consumer electronics brands, smart home device makers, and hotels. The company combines hardware with software—and offers cloud services like QuickSet Cloud—to enable seamless interoperability and content/service unification across home devices. Occupancy-aware UEI thermostats and connected controls help users save energy while improving comfort and convenience. What sets UEI apart is its global scale, long track record since 1986, and its end-to-end expertise in both hardware and software, plus industry-specific solutions for hospitality and energy management. UEI’s goal is to help brands bring connected, energy-efficient devices to market and to support sustainable, integrated smart home experiences through reliable technology and cloud-enabled ecosystems.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Santa Ana, California
Founded
1986
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- CES 2026 QuickSet Widget Pro expands multi-protocol support for appliance dashboards.
- Babylon Green remote with Sunrise boosts One For All sales amid EU sustainability mandates.
- UEI TIDE Touch integration drives revenue from energy monitoring in multi-dwelling units.
What critics are saying
- Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant occupancy detection erodes QuickSet licensing in 12 months.
- Matter protocol adoption commoditizes QuickSet IP, slashing OEM reliance by 2027.
- Q1 2026 14% revenue drop to $79M breaches 2026 EPS guidance in Q3.
What makes Universal Electronics unique
- QuickSet Cloud enables Wi-Fi, Bluetooth LE, Zigbee, and IR interoperability for OEMs.
- UEI TIDE smart thermostats feature occupancy-aware energy optimization without cloud dependency.
- QuickSet homeSense detects guests using existing signals for privacy-first personalization.
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Benefits
Flexible Work Hours
Company News
Universal Electronics (Nasdaq: UEIC) reported its first profitable year since 2022 on a non-GAAP basis, despite declining revenues. Fourth-quarter net sales fell to $87.7 million from $110.5 million year-over-year, whilst full-year sales dropped to $368.3 million from $394.9 million. The Scottsdale-based company improved gross margins by 1.3 percentage points in Q4 through operational efficiency. GAAP operating expenses decreased by $10.5 million in the quarter. For the full year, adjusted non-GAAP operating income reached $6.3 million, compared to $2.2 million in 2024. The board approved expanding the share buyback programme by up to one million additional shares. The company repurchased $3.1 million of stock during 2025. For 2026, UEI expects revenue decline but improved profitability, with adjusted non-GAAP earnings per share projected at $0.45 to $0.65.
Universal Electronics Inc., the global leader in wireless universal control solutions for home entertainment and smart home devices, will host a conference call on 12 March 2026 at 16:30 ET to discuss its fourth quarter 2025 financial results. Management will provide a financial and business update and answer questions during the call. The conference call will be broadcast live at www.uei.com and will be available for replay for 90 days. The Scottsdale, Arizona-based company designs control products and applications that simplify user interaction with complex home technologies whilst addressing interoperability challenges.
Universal Electronics Inc. (UEI) has unveiled the Babylon Green remote control, developed in partnership with Sunrise and Liberty Global, positioning it as a new benchmark for sustainability in consumer devices.
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