Senior SQL Database Administrator DBA - Remote

Job Title: Senior SQL Server & Postgres DBA Job Location-Remote Employment Type-Full Time Shift Timings:2:30 PM 11:30 PM IST (Flexible) We are seeking a highly experienced Senior SQL Server & Postgres 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 modern 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 1. SQL Server Administration & Production Operations Manage end-to-end SQL Server DBA operations across development, test, and production environmentsPerform installation, configuration, upgrades, patching, and environment maintenanceLead performance tuning efforts including execution plan analysis, indexing strategies, and query optimizationImplement and support HA/DR solutions such as Always On Availability Groups, replication, clustering, and log shippingManage backup, restore, and disaster recovery with periodic DR validationsTroubleshoot production issues including blocking, deadlocks, IO bottlenecks, and performance degradation 2. Multi-Cloud & Managed Database Operations Administration of databases on Azure SQL, Managed Instances, AWS RDS, and relevant GCP managed database servicesSupport high availability, scaling, failover, and backup strategies across cloud environmentsMonitor database performance, availability, and capacity across cloud deploymentsWork on hybrid database connectivity across on-prem and cloud environments 3. Cross-Skilled Database Operations (SQL + PostgreSQL + Cloud DBs) Hands-on support and administration of PostgreSQL databases across environmentsWork with PostgreSQL in both self-managed and cloud-managed platforms (RDS / Azure PostgreSQL / Aurora PostgreSQL)Exposure to MySQL / MariaDB environments and ability to support operational activitiesFamiliarity with cloud-native databases such as Aurora, Cosmos DB, DynamoDB, Cassandra or equivalent platformsAbility to work across relational and non-relational database technologies as part of modern data platforms 4. Database Migration & Modernization Support Support on-prem to cloud database migrations across SQL Server and PostgreSQL platformsParticipate in database re-platforming and modernization initiativesAssist in cross-database migration scenarios (SQL Server PostgreSQL / others)Ensure data consistency, performance stability, and minimal downtime during migrations 5. Production Support & Reliability Own day-to-day production database operations for mission-critical systemsMonitor database health, performance trends, and capacity utilizationParticipate in incident management, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis (RCA)Maintain runbooks, SOPs, and operational documentation If interested, please share your resume on View email address on click.appcast.io Job Title: Senior SQL Server & Postgres DBA Job Location-Remote Employment Type-Full Time Shift Timings:2:30 PM 11:30 PM IST (Flexible) We are seeking a highly experienced Senior SQL Server & Postgres 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 modern 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 1. SQL Server Administration & Production Operations Manage end-to-end SQL Server DBA operations across development, test, and production environmentsPerform installation, configuration, upgrades, patching, and environment maintenanceLead performance tuning efforts including execution plan analysis, indexing strategies, and query optimizationImplement and support HA/DR solutions such as Always On Availability Groups, replication, clustering, and log shippingManage backup, restore, and disaster recovery with periodic DR validationsTroubleshoot production issues including blocking, deadlocks, IO bottlenecks, and performance degradation 2. Multi-Cloud & Managed Database Operations Administration of databases