Senior Database Administrator

Job Title: Senior Cloud DBA – PostgreSQL - Python Automation - Azure
Location: Hyderabad
(Hybrid)

Job Type:
Full-time

Job Summary
We are seeking a
Senior Cloud Database Administrator (DBA)
with
4–7 years
of hands-on experience, specializing in
PostgreSQL
in
AWS and Azure
environments. The ideal candidate will be proficient in managing cloud-native database deployments, automation, performance optimization, and support. Familiarity with other RDBMS and NoSQL platforms (e.g., SQL Server, MySQL, MongoDB) and DevOps integration is a plus.

Key Responsibilities

• Cloud Database Administration:

• Install, configure, and manage PostgreSQL instances in AWS RDS, EC2, and Azure Database for PostgreSQL.

• Handle database provisioning, upgrades, patching, and lifecycle management in the cloud.

• Performance & Optimization:

• Analyse slow queries and improve performance using indexes, configuration tuning, and schema optimization.

• Monitor resource utilization and optimize database parameters for better throughput and latency.

• Backup, Recovery & HA:

• Design and implement backup strategies, Point-in-Time Recovery (PITR), replication, and disaster recovery solutions.

• Maintain high availability using read replicas, failover clusters, or native cloud HA solutions.

• Scripting & Automation:

• Automate database tasks using Python, Bash, or PowerShell.

• Contribute to Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM Templates) for database provisioning.

• Monitoring & Troubleshooting:

• Set up alerts and dashboards using Observability tools like NewRelic, Datadog etc

• Handle incidents, perform root cause analysis, and contribute to ongoing operational improvements.

• Security & Compliance Support:

• Enforce access controls, encryption, and secure connections.

• Contribute to audits and compliance efforts (e.g., SOC2, ISO 27001, and FedRAMP, if applicable).

• On-call Support:

• Participate in on-call rotations for 24x7 coverage (follow-the-sun model) for incident response, issue triage, and problem resolution

Required Qualifications

• 4–7 years of hands-on experience as a PostgreSQL DBA.
• Expertise in PostgreSQL administration on AWS and/or Azure platforms.
• Strong skills in performance tuning, indexing, and query optimization.
• Experience with backup and recovery, HA/DR setups.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Shell, PowerShell) for automation.
• Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools for database health and performance.
• Understanding of cloud IAM, networking, and security principles.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to SQL Server, MongoDB, MySQL, or Redis.
• Experience with Kubernetes, containers, or serverless environments.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD tools, and IaC.
• Awareness of security frameworks like NIST, FedRAMP, or GDPR.

Roadmap to Success
First 90 Days: Getting Oriented

• Understand Current Systems:

• Onboard with the DBA, DevOps, and SRE teams.

• Review existing PostgreSQL architectures in AWS and Azure.

• Review and Assess:

• Evaluate current performance bottlenecks, automation scripts, and security configurations.

• Familiarize yourself with cloud cost management, HA/DR plans, and monitoring setups.

• Quick Wins:

• Triage and resolve outstanding performance issues.

• Implement minor automation and alerting improvements.

First 6 Months: Adding Value

• Optimization & Stability:

• Improve query performance and database efficiency through configuration tuning and indexing strategies.

• Harden backup and recovery strategies, and begin enhancing high availability.

• Automation & Cost Control:

• Contribute automation scripts for maintenance, scaling, and backups.

• Assist with cost analysis and optimization recommendations.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with developers, SREs, and DevOps on deployments and DB integration.

First 12 Months: Driving Impact

• Reliability & Security Enhancements:

• Implement proactive security measures (e.g., audit logging, secure access).

• Support compliance and security initiatives, documentation, and audit readiness.

• Innovation & Leadership:

• Propose modernization initiatives (e.g., containerized DBs, serverless options).

• Mentor junior team members or contribute to internal knowledge-sharing sessions.

• Operational Excellence:

• Help build a fully monitored, automated, and resilient PostgreSQL environment.

• Establish yourself as the go-to expert for PostgreSQL in the cloud.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance incentives
• Remote-friendly, flexible work culture
• Cloud training programs and technical certifications
• Exposure to large-scale cloud architecture and DevOps best practices
• Collaborative, fast-paced engineering environment