Senior Database Administrator

As a Database Administrator, you will play a crucial role in managing and optimizing our SQL Server and Postgres databases within a fast-paced cloud environment. You'll work closely with both our Cloud Management and Solutions teams, providing hands-on support for database configuration, maintenance, performance tuning, and troubleshooting. You will be the go-to expert for ensuring database integrity, security, and performance, while also collaborating with other teams to enable efficient application deployment and data management.

• Database Management & Optimization:
  • Administer and maintain SQL Server and Postgres databases for cloud-based applications.
  • Ensure data integrity, availability, and security across all databases.
  • Tune and optimize database performance through effective monitoring and troubleshooting.
  • Leverage cloud-native automation tools and scripts to optimize database management, ensuring efficiency and reducing manual intervention.
• Collaboration with Development Teams:
  • Work directly with development teams to support database design, query optimization, and data integration in application development.
  • Provide technical guidance on database-related tasks, ensuring seamless integration with applications.
• Routine Maintenance & Backups:
  • Perform regular database backups, restores, and disaster recovery operations to ensure continuity.
  • Schedule and implement preventive maintenance tasks to keep databases secure and optimized.
• Problem-Solving & Issue Resolution:
  • Diagnose and resolve complex database performance issues, ensuring minimal downtime.
  • Provide hands-on support for database troubleshooting and resolution of incidents in a timely manner.
• Database Upgrades & Patching:
  • Plan and execute database upgrades and patching to keep systems up to date.
  • Work with cross-functional teams to coordinate downtime and ensure smooth updates.
• Collaboration with Customer Solutions Team:
  • Support the Customer Solutions team with database configurations and changes for new and existing cloud applications.
  • Assist with infrastructure planning, scaling, and maintenance for databases in cloud environments.
• Documentation & Reporting:
  • Create detailed documentation for database configurations, changes, and procedures.
  • Report on database health, performance metrics, and any incidents to both teams.

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in database administration, with hands-on expertise in SQL Server and Postgres.
• Hands-on experience with cloud services such as AWS RDS, Azure SQL, and Google Cloud Spanner for deploying and managing databases in the cloud.
• Proficiency in scripting languages like Python, PowerShell, Bash, or other automation tools used for database management, backups, and performance optimization.
• Experience working with Docker for database management and creation.
• Deep expertise in managing, optimizing, and troubleshooting SQL Server and Postgres databases.
• Solid experience in database performance tuning, query optimization, and data migration.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach.
• Ability to break down complex technical concepts and clearly communicate solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Availability to work in split shift timings.
• Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams (Development, Solutions) to ensure seamless operations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective reporting and documentation.
• Commitment to providing exceptional support to internal teams and stakeholders.