Senior Database Administrator (SQL Server, MySQL & Cosmos DB)

About the Role

We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Database Administrator (DBA) with strong expertise in SQL Server, MySQL, Cosmos DB, Azure Database Services, and Database Migration. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring database availability, performance, security, and reliability across mission-critical production environments.

This role requires hands-on experience in Azure database migrations, SQL Server Always On, troubleshooting complex database issues, and managing high-availability environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain SQL Server, MySQL, and Cosmos DB environments.
• Ensure 24x7 database availability, performance, and security.
• Manage database high availability and disaster recovery solutions.
• Implement and support SQL Server Always On Availability Groups.
• Perform Azure database migration projects and upgrades.
• Apply database patches, upgrades, and support EOL database transitions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database incidents and performance issues.
• Monitor database health, capacity, and resource utilization.
• Assist application teams with query tuning and database optimization.
• Automate routine DBA tasks and maintenance activities.
• Support production deployments and scheduled maintenance activities.
• Prepare daily and monthly database availability reports.
• Maintain compliance with audit, risk, and security requirements.

Required Skills

✅ SQL Server Administration

✅ MySQL Administration

✅ Azure Database Services

✅ Azure Database Migration

✅ Cosmos DB Administration

✅ SQL Server Always On

✅ Database Performance Tuning

✅ High Availability & Disaster Recovery (HA/DR)

✅ Database Troubleshooting

✅ Database Security & Monitoring

✅ Capacity Planning

✅ Production Support (24x7 Environment)

Soft Skills

✅ Strong Problem-Solving Skills

✅ Excellent Communication Skills

✅ Incident Management & Root Cause Analysis

✅ Documentation & Reporting

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience as a SQL Server DBA
• Experience in Banking or Financial Services environments preferred
• Strong knowledge of Azure database technologies
• Experience handling large-scale database migration projects
• Ability to work in a critical production support environment