Job Summary:
We are looking for a highly experienced Sr. DBA | DBA Tech Lead to join our team and drive database administration, performance optimization, and platform reliability across enterprise environments.
The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience in database administration, with deep expertise in Microsoft SQL Server and working knowledge of Oracle and MongoDB. This role requires a strong blend of hands-on technical skills, database development knowledge (T-SQL / PL-SQL), and leadership capability to manage complex database environments supporting business-critical applications.
Key Responsibilities:
Database Administration & Support
- Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain SQL Server databases across on-premises and cloud platforms (Azure preferred).
- Provide operational support for Oracle (L2 level) and MongoDB environments.
- Monitor database systems, logs, and scheduled jobs to ensure availability and successful execution of processes.
- Manage database access controls, user roles, and security configurations.
- Experience with database migration projects, including migration of on-premises Microsoft SQL Server to Azure SQL platforms covering assessment, schema conversion, data migration, application compatibility, cutover planning, validation and post-migration optimization
Performance Tuning & Optimization
- Perform advanced performance tuning using tools such as SQL Profiler, execution plans, and DBCC utilities.
- Optimize database performance through query tuning, indexing strategies, and workload optimization.
- Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, blocking, and deadlock issues.
Database Development & Automation
- Support development teams with efficient T-SQL and PL/SQL scripting and optimization.
- Review stored procedures, triggers, and database code for performance and best practices.
- Develop automation scripts using T-SQL and PowerShell for routine DBA activities.
- Manage data integration tasks using SSIS, BCP, and data transformation tools.
Platform Management & Integration
- Configure and manage Linked Servers and cross-platform data transfers.
- Support integrations across heterogeneous database systems.
- Work with reporting and analytics tools such as SSRS and SSAS.
Security & Compliance
- Implement database security best practices including authentication, authorization, encryption, and auditing.
- Ensure compliance with enterprise security and governance standards.
Required Skills & Experience
Primary Expertise
- Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server (2014 / 2016 / 2019 / 2022)
- Expertise in: Performance tuning and query optimization
- Always On and HA/DR implementations
- Backup, recovery, and database maintenance
- Advanced proficiency in T-SQL scripting
Secondary Skills
- Working knowledge of Oracle DBA (L2 level)
- Experience with PL/SQL development and troubleshooting
- Exposure to MongoDB (basic administration, replication concepts)
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field
- 10+ years of total experience, with 6–8 years in SQL Server administration
- Proven experience managing large-scale production databases
Preferred Certifications
- Microsoft certifications (MCSA / MCSE / Azure Database Administrator)
- Oracle DBA certification (good to have)
