Job Summary:We are looking for a skilled Database Administrator (DBA) with expertise in Microsoft SQL Server and Open-Source Databases (PostgreSQL & MySQL). The role involves managing production and disaster recovery (DR) environments, ensuring performance, security, and high availability for both on-premise and cloud-based deployments. The candidate will also provide support for Amazon RDS, assist development teams with database changes, and implement best practices for optimization, security, and reliability.
Must Have Skills (Mandatory): Strong hands-on experience in MSSQL Server administration (installation, configuration, maintenance, troubleshooting). Proven expertise in PostgreSQL and MySQL database administration. Experience with cloud database deployments, preferably AWS RDS (PostgreSQL/MySQL). Proficiency in database security management (users, roles, privileges, best practices). Strong knowledge of backup/recovery strategies and high availability solutions.
Solid experience in performance tuning, indexing strategies, and query optimization. Familiarity with Linux and Windows environments for hosting databases.
Valuable-to-Have Skills (Optional): Exposure to DevOps practices and integration with CI/CD pipelines. Experience in database migration projects. Certifications in MSSQL, PostgreSQL, or MySQL administration.
Qualifications & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. 5+ years of database administration experience across MSSQL, PostgreSQL, and MySQL. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and collaboration abilities. Ability to work effectively in high-pressure production environments. Proactive and detail-oriented approach to troubleshooting and optimization.