Sr SQL Server Database Administrator – Azure

1 day ago

India Maitsys Full time

Job Title: Senior SQL Server Database Administrator – Azure

Location: Remote

Experience Level: Senior (Minimum 10 years of professional experience)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary:

We are looking for an experienced Senior SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA) with strong expertise in Azure SQL Server and Azure SQL Subscription management. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing, securing, optimizing, and migrating SQL Server environments, both on-premises and in the Azure cloud. This is a fully remote opportunity for professionals located in India.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage and administer SQL Server databases (on-premises and Azure SQL).
  • Plan, implement, and oversee Azure SQL Subscription services, ensuring high availability and cost-efficiency.
  • Perform database performance tuning , query optimization, indexing, and monitoring.
  • Configure and maintain disaster recovery , backups , and high availability solutions (Always On, Geo-Replication, etc.).
  • Implement and monitor security policies , access controls, and compliance standards.
  • Plan and execute database migrations from on-premises SQL Server to Azure SQL .
  • Work with development and DevOps teams to support CI/CD and database lifecycle management.
  • Monitor and troubleshoot production issues and proactively address database health and capacity concerns.
  • Develop and maintain documentation , runbooks, and best practices.

Required Qualifications:

  • Minimum 10 years of experience as a SQL Server DBA.
  • Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience with Azure SQL Server and Azure SQL Subscription management.
  • Strong experience in performance tuning and troubleshooting database issues.
  • Deep knowledge of T-SQL , backup/recovery , replication , indexing , and security configurations .
  • Proven experience with migration projects from on-premises SQL Server to Azure.
  • Familiarity with Azure services like Azure Monitor , Azure Security Center , and Azure Automation .
  • Understanding of licensing and cost management for Azure SQL resources.
  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate or equivalent certification.
  • Experience with PowerShell scripting for automation.
  • Knowledge of infrastructure-as-code tools and CI/CD pipelines related to database deployments.
  • Experience working in Agile and DevOps environments.

Work Environment:

  • Fully remote role; candidates must be located in India .
  • Flexible work hours with occasional availability needed for collaboration across international teams.

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