We are looking for an experienced Database Lead to manage and lead a database administration team supporting critical business applications and production environments. The ideal candidate should have strong hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server, working knowledge of Oracle databases, and proven experience leading a team of 5-10 database professionals.
The role will be responsible for database operations, performance, availability, incident management, change management, security, capacity planning, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a team of 5-10 Database Administrators/Engineers.
- Provide technical leadership, mentoring, coaching, and performance management for the database team.
- Manage day-to-day database operations across production and non-production environments.
- Provide robust hands-on support for Microsoft SQL Server, including installation, configuration, upgrades, patching, backup/recovery, troubleshooting, and performance tuning.
- Have working knowledge of Oracle Database administration and troubleshooting.
- Monitor database health, performance, availability, capacity, and resource utilization.
- Troubleshoot complex database performance and availability issues and drive incidents through to resolution.
- Lead database-related P1/P2 incidents and participate in root cause analysis and problem management.
- Ensure robust backup, restore, disaster recovery, and high-availability processes.
- Review and approve database changes, deployments, upgrades, and maintenance activities.
- Establish and maintain database standards, operational procedures, and technical documentation.
- Work closely with Cloud, Infrastructure, Application, Security, and NOC teams to resolve cross-functional issues.
- Drive automation of routine database administration and operational activities.
- Identify opportunities for database optimization, cost reduction, performance improvement, and operational efficiency.
- Participate in capac
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