We are seeking an experienced SQL Database Administrator (DBA) to design, implement, manage, and maintain high-performance SQL Server databases.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in database administration, performance tuning, backup/recovery, high availability, and security management in enterprise-scale environments.

The role involves working closely with infrastructure, development, and application teams to ensure database reliability, scalability, and security across on-premises and cloud environments.

Key Responsibilities :

- Install, configure, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server (2016/2019/2022) instances.

- Manage database performance, query optimization, and index tuning for high throughput.

- Implement and maintain High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) solutions (AlwaysOn, Log Shipping, Replication, Clustering).

- Perform database backups, restores, and recovery testing using industry best practices.

- Manage database security, including roles, permissions, and encryption.

- Monitor database health using tools such as SQL Profiler, DMV queries, and monitoring suites (e.g, SolarWinds, Redgate, SCOM).

- Automate routine DBA tasks using PowerShell, Python, or T-SQL scripts.

- Collaborate with developers to design efficient database schemas, stored procedures, and triggers.

- Perform database migration and upgrades across environments (on-prem and cloud).

- Troubleshoot database-related incidents, ensure RCA documentation, and provide performance insights.

- Work with DevOps/Cloud teams for deployment automation and Azure SQL / AWS RDS support.

Technical Skills :

Core Expertise :

- Microsoft SQL Server Administration (2016/2019/2022).

- Database design, tuning, and optimization.

- Backup, restore, and recovery (native tools, Redgate, or similar).

- High Availability & Disaster Recovery (AlwaysOn, Log Shipping, Clustering, Replication).

- T-SQL scripting and automation.

- Monitoring & Tools.

- SQL Profiler, Extended Events, Performance Monitor.

- Monitoring tools : Redgate, SolarWinds, SentryOne, or equivalent.

- Scripting & Automation.

- PowerShell / Python scripting for DBA automation tasks.

Preferred (Good To Have) :

- Experience with Azure SQL Database or AWS RDS.

- Familiarity with NoSQL or cloud-native databases.

- Experience in database migration projects (on-prem to cloud).

- Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps integration.