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Senior SQL Server Database Administrator

Job Description

Job Description

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior SQL Server DBA to manage and support enterprise database platforms across on-premise and multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP). The role is primarily centered around Microsoft SQL Server, while also requiring strong hands-on experience in PostgreSQL and exposure to modern cloud-native database services.

The ideal candidate should operate as a cross-skilled senior DBA, capable of working across multiple database technologies, supporting both SQL Server and PostgreSQL environments in production, and contributing to cloud-native database operations. The role demands strong ownership of critical systems, along with the ability to adapt to evolving database platforms across relational and non-relational ecosystems.

Key Responsibilities

  • SQL Server Administration & Production Operations
  • Multi-Cloud & Managed Database Operations
  • Cross-Skilled Database Operations (SQL + PostgreSQL + Cloud DBs)
  • Database Migration & Modernization Support
  • Production Support & Reliability

Required Skills & Experience

  • 8–10+ years of strong SQL Server DBA experience
  • Min 6+ years of hands-on working experience with PostgreSQL
  • Proven expertise in performance tuning, HA/DR, and production system management
  • Min 5+ years of hands-on experience with Azure SQL, AWS RDS, or other managed database platforms
  • Exposure to MySQL / MariaDB and modern cloud-native databases
  • Strong troubleshooting, performance tuning, and scripting skills

Automation & DevOps Alignment

  • Support automation of database provisioning, monitoring, and maintenance tasks
  • Work with DevOps teams to integrate database operations within CI/CD pipelines
  • Use scripting (PowerShell, Python) for operational efficiency
  • Contribute to improving DBA processes through automation and standardization

Professional Expectations

  • Strong ownership mindset for critical production systems
  • Ability to work across multiple database technologies and cloud environments
  • Effective collaboration with application, cloud, and DevOps teams
  • Team Player with a go getter mindset to contribute to project and practice initiatives
  • Clear communication during escalations, incidents, and production issues
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