Senior DBA: SQL Server, MySQL & Cosmos DB on Azure

HCLTech; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

HCLTech is seeking a Senior Database Administrator (DBA) to secure SQL Server, MySQL, and Cosmos DB environments across mission-critical production systems in Abu Dhabi. The role emphasizes availability, performance, security, and reliability with hands-on Azure migration and Always On capabilities.

The candidate will manage high-availability setups, perform migrations, troubleshoot complex issues, and support deployments while ensuring compliance with audit and security standards.

Qualifications

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

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.

Skills

Database Performance Tuning

High Availability & DR

Database Security & Monitoring

Capacity Planning

Job description

HCLTech is seeking a Senior Database Administrator (DBA) to secure SQL Server, MySQL, and Cosmos DB environments across mission-critical production systems in Abu Dhabi. The role emphasizes availability, performance, security, and reliability with hands-on Azure migration and Always On capabilities.

The candidate will manage high-availability setups, perform migrations, troubleshoot complex issues, and support deployments while ensuring compliance with audit and security standards.