We are seeking a highly experienced Senior SQL Server & Postgres 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 contemporary 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

1. SQL Server Administration & Production Operations

- Manage end-to-end SQL Server DBA operations across development, test, and production environments
- Perform installation, configuration, upgrades, patching, and environment maintenance
- Lead performance tuning efforts including execution plan analysis, indexing strategies, and query optimization
- Implement and support HA/DR solutions such as Always On Availability Groups, replication, clustering, and log shipping
- Manage backup, restore, and disaster recovery with periodic DR validations
- Troubleshoot production issues including blocking, deadlocks, IO bottlenecks, and performance degradation

2. Multi-Cloud & Managed Database Operations

- Administration of databases on Azure SQL, Managed Instances, AWS RDS, and relevant GCP managed database services




- Support high availability, scaling, failover, and backup strategies across cloud environments
- Monitor database performance, availability, and capacity across cloud deployments
- Work on hybrid database connectivity across on-prem and cloud environments

3. Cross-Skilled Database Operations (SQL + PostgreSQL + Cloud DBs)

- Hands-on support and administration of PostgreSQL databases across environments
- Work with PostgreSQL in both self-managed and cloud-managed platforms (RDS / Azure PostgreSQL / Aurora PostgreSQL)
- Exposure to MySQL / MariaDB environments and ability to support operational activities
- Familiarity with cloud-native databases such as Aurora, Cosmos DB, DynamoDB, Cassandra or equivalent platforms
- Ability to work across relational and non-relational database technologies as part of modern data platforms

4. Database Migration & Modernization Support

- Support on-prem to cloud database migrations across SQL Server and PostgreSQL platforms
- Participate in database re-platforming and modernization initiatives
- Assist in cross-database migration scenarios (SQL Server ? PostgreSQL / others)
- Ensure data consistency, performance stability, and minimal downtime during migrations

5. Production Support & Reliability





- Own day-to-day production database operations for mission-critical systems
- Monitor database health, performance trends, and capacity utilization
- Participate in incident management, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis (RCA)
- Maintain runbooks, SOPs, and operational documentation

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

Must-Have Skills

8–10+ years of robust 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.

📌 Senior SQL Server & Postgres DBA (India)
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