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 settings (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 solid 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

📌 Senior Sql Server Database Administrator Delhi
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