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 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 - 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 up-to-date 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
Transparent communication during escalations, incidents, and production issues

📌 Senior Sql Server Database Administrator Pune (India)
🏢 Programmers.io
📍 India