Senior Database Administrator

Grade – F2

Designation – Senior Database administrator

Key Responsibilities:

·         Design and implement robust database solutions to support business applications and analytics.

·         Monitor database performance and proactively address issues related to capacity, performance, and reliability.

·         Manage database security, including user access controls, encryption, and compliance with data protection regulations.

·         Perform regular backups, recovery testing, and disaster recovery planning.

·         Collaborate with development and infrastructure teams to optimize SQL queries and database structures.

·         Automate routine database tasks using scripting and scheduling tools.

·         Lead database migration and upgrade projects with minimal downtime.

·         Document database configurations, procedures, and best practices.

·         Mentor junior DBAs and provide technical leadership in database-related initiatives.

Required Skills and Experience:

·         7–10 years of hands-on experience in database administration (SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, or similar).

·         Strong proficiency in SQL, PL/SQL, and database performance tuning.

·         Experience with high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) solutions.

·         Familiarity with cloud-based database services (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL, Google Cloud SQL).

·         Knowledge of database security practices and compliance standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).

·         Experience with database monitoring tools and automation frameworks.

·         Excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.