Lead Database Administrator
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India, follow-the-sun support modelFull-TimeLead
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Job Details
- Experience
- 8+ years
- Required Skills
- AWSMicrosoft SQL Server
Requirements
- 8+ years of experience as a Database Administrator in highly available SQL Server environments across on-premise and virtual infrastructures.
- Strong expertise in SQL Server 2017+ including Always On, transactional replication, query store, and log shipping.
- Proven experience in performance tuning, incident management, and large-scale database operations.
- Hands-on experience with automation using PowerShell, DBAtools, or similar scripting technologies.
- Strong understanding of backup, recovery, and database security best practices.
- Familiarity with Windows server administration and storage infrastructure concepts.
- Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS is a strong advantage.
- Ability to work in global, distributed teams and participate in 24/7 operational support models.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; Microsoft certifications are a plus.
- Prior experience in manufacturing or development background is considered an advantage.
Responsibilities
- Lead the administration, maintenance, and optimization of enterprise SQL Server environments ensuring high availability, performance, and reliability.
- Review, approve, and manage database releases while ensuring adherence to security, compliance, and operational standards.
- Design and implement improvements to database infrastructure, including modernization and scalability initiatives.
- Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and apply quick fixes while coordinating escalation for complex performance challenges.
- Ensure adherence to backup, recovery, and disaster recovery policies across all database systems.
- Participate in a global follow-the-sun support model, including incident management and SLA-driven support activities.
- Apply patches, updates, and security enhancements to maintain a stable and compliant database environment.
- Document legacy systems and processes to improve operational clarity and efficiency.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize database architecture and support application requirements.
- Mentor and guide junior DBAs, supporting their technical development and operational excellence.
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