Role Overview 
 
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior SQL Server & Postgres DBA to manage and support enterprise database platforms across on-premise and multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP). The role is primarily centered around Microsoft SQL Server, while also requiring strong hands-on experience in PostgreSQL and exposure to modern cloud-native database services. 
 
The ideal candidate should operate as a cross-skilled senior DBA, capable of working across multiple database technologies, supporting both SQL Server and PostgreSQL environments in production, and contributing to cloud-native database operations. The role demands strong ownership of critical systems, along with the ability to adapt to evolving database platforms across relational and non-relational ecosystems. 
Key Responsibilities 
1. SQL Server Administration & Production Operations 
 
• Manage end-to-end SQL Server DBA operations across development, test, and production environments 
• Perform installation, configuration, upgrades, patching, and environment maintenance 
• Lead performance tuning efforts including execution plan analysis, indexing strategies, and query optimization 
• Implement and support HA/DR solutions such as Always On Availability Groups, replication, clustering, and log shipping 
• Manage backup, restore, and disaster recovery with periodic DR validations 
• Troubleshoot production issues including blocking, deadlocks, IO bottlenecks, and performance degradation 
2. Multi-Cloud & Managed Database Operations 
 
• Administration of databases on Azure SQL, Managed Instances, AWS RDS, and relevant GCP managed database services 
• Support high availability, scaling, failover, and backup strategies across cloud environments 
• Monitor database performance, availability, and capacity across cloud deployments 
• Work on hybrid database connectivity across on-prem and cloud environments 
3. Cross-Skilled Database Operations (SQL + PostgreSQL + Cloud DBs) 
 
• Hands-on support and administration of PostgreSQL databases across environments 
• Work with PostgreSQL in both self-managed and cloud-managed platforms (RDS / Azure PostgreSQL / Aurora PostgreSQL) 
• Exposure to MySQL / MariaDB environments and ability to support operational activities 
• Familiarity with cloud-native databases such as Aurora, Cosmos DB, DynamoDB, Cassandra or equivalent platforms 
• Ability to work across relational and non-relational database technologies as part of modern data platforms 
4. Database Migration & Modernization Support 
 
• Support on-prem to cloud database migrations across SQL Server and PostgreSQL platforms 
• Participate in database re-platforming and modernization initiatives 
• Assist in cross-database migration scenarios (SQL Server ? PostgreSQL / others) 
• Ensure data consistency, performance stability, and minimal downtime during migrations 
5. Production Support & Reliability 
 
• Own day-to-day production database operations for mission-critical systems 
• Monitor database health, performance trends, and capacity utilization 
• Participate in incident management, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis (RCA) 
• Maintain runbooks, SOPs, and operational documentation 
Required Skills & Experience 
 

• 8–10+ years of strong SQL Server DBA experience 

• Min 6+ years of hands-on working experience with PostgreSQL 

• Proven expertise in performance tuning, HA/DR, and production system management 

• Min 5+ years of hands-on experience with Azure SQL, AWS RDS, or other managed database platforms 

• Exposure to MySQL / MariaDB and modern cloud-native databases 

• Strong troubleshooting, performance tuning, and scripting skills 

 
Automation & DevOps Alignment 
 
• Support automation of database provisioning, monitoring, and maintenance tasks 
• Work with DevOps teams to integrate database operations within CI/CD pipelines 
• Use scripting (PowerShell, Python) for operational efficiency 
• Contribute to improving DBA processes through automation and standardization 
Professional Expectations 
 
• Strong ownership mindset for critical production systems 
• Ability to work across multiple database technologies and cloud environments 
• Effective collaboration with application, cloud, and DevOps teams 
• Team Player with a go getter mindset to contribute to project and practice initiatives 
• Clear communication during escalations, incidents, and production issues.