Sr sql server database administrator – azure

Job Title: Senior SQL Server Database Administrator – AzureLocation: RemoteExperience Level: Senior (Minimum 10 years of professional experience)Employment Type: Full-TimeJob 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 Dev Ops 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 Power Shell scripting for automation.Knowledge of infrastructure-as-code tools and CI/CD pipelines related to database deployments.Experience working in Agile and Dev Ops environments.Work Environment:Fully remote role; candidates must be located in India.Flexible work hours with occasional availability needed for collaboration across international teams.