Job Description

Role Overview

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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 up-to-date cloud-native database services.

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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.

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Key Responsibilities

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SQL Server Administration & Production Operations
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Multi-Cloud & Managed Database Operations
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Cross-Skilled Database Operations (SQL + PostgreSQL + Cloud DBs)
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Database Migration & Modernization Support
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Production Support & Reliability
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Required Skills & Experience

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8–10+ years of solid SQL Server DBA experience
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Min 6+ years of hands-on working experience with PostgreSQL




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Proven expertise in performance tuning, HA/DR, and production system management
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Min 5+ years of hands-on experience with Azure SQL, AWS RDS, or other managed database platforms
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Exposure to MySQL / MariaDB and modern cloud-native databases
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Robust troubleshooting, performance tuning, and scripting skills
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Automation & DevOps Alignment

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Support automation of database provisioning, monitoring, and maintenance tasks
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Work with DevOps teams to integrate database operations within CI/CD pipelines
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Use scripting (PowerShell, Python) for operational efficiency
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Contribute to improving DBA processes through automation and standardization
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Professional Expectations

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Strong ownership mindset for critical production systems
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Ability to work across multiple database technologies and cloud environments
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Effective collaboration with application, cloud, and DevOps teams
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Team Player with a go getter mindset to contribute to project and practice initiatives
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Clear communication during escalations, incidents, and production issues
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