Database Administrator

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and maintain SQL Server, Oracle, or other enterprise database platforms.
• Monitor database performance and implement tuning strategies for improved efficiency.
• Manage and optimize database schemas, indexes, partitions, and storage structures.
• Perform regular backups, restores, and disaster recovery planning.
• Ensure database security by implementing best practices, access control, and encryption policies.
• Create and maintain database documentation, including architecture diagrams and SOPs.
• Troubleshoot complex database issues related to performance, replication, or corruption.
• Support development teams by optimizing queries, stored procedures, and data models.
• Configure and manage high availability and replication solutions (AlwaysOn, Log Shipping, Mirroring, RAC, etc.).
• Perform database upgrades, patching, and migration activities.
• Ensure compliance with data governance, retention, and regulatory requirements.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field.
• 3–5+ years of relevant experience as a DBA.
• Hands-on experience with:
  • SQL Server / Oracle / MySQL / PostgreSQL
  • Performance tuning and query optimization
  • Backup and recovery solutions
  • High availability and disaster recovery configurations
  • Database security best practices
• Strong knowledge of T-SQL, PL/SQL, or other query languages.
• Experience with cloud database services (Azure SQL, AWS RDS, etc.) is a plus.
• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills.

Preferred Certifications:

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator
• Oracle Database Certified Professional (OCP)
• AWS/Azure database certifications
• ITIL certification (optional)