Programmers.io
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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 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
2. Multi-Cloud & Managed Database Operations
3. Cross-Skilled Database Operations (SQL + PostgreSQL + Cloud DBs)
4. Database Migration & Modernization Support
5. 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 modern 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
• Clear communication during escalations, incidents, and production issues
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