Database Administrator

Job Description

Position Summary

We are seeking a Database Administrator (DBA) with hands-on experience in managing and optimizing database systems. The role involves ensuring performance, availability, and security of databases while supporting development and production environments.

Key Responsibilities

Database Administration & Maintenance

• Install, configure, and upgrade database systems (SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or cloud-native databases)

• Apply patches, service packs, and version upgrades with minimal downtime

• Perform regular database backups, restoration, and disaster recovery planning

Performance & Optimization

• Monitor database performance and identify bottlenecks

• Optimize SQL queries, stored procedures, and indexing strategies

• Plan capacity and ensure scalability of database systems

High Availability & Reliability

• Implement and maintain replication, clustering, and high-availability solutions

• Ensure database systems meet uptime and reliability requirements

Support & Collaboration

• Support developers with database design, query optimization, and troubleshooting

• Maintain documentation for configurations, processes, and policies

Security & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with data governance, security, and privacy standards

• Monitor and manage database access and security controls

Operation

• Provide on-call support for critical production systems (if required)

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience in SQL Server and/or PostgreSQL administration

• Strong understanding of database performance tuning and optimization

• Experience with backup, recovery, and high-availability solutions

Good to Have

• Exposure to VMware, Nutanix, or cloud platforms

• Understanding of virtualization and cloud infrastructure environment.

Working hours:

Mon to Fri 9am - 6pm

Requirements
Database Administrator