Database Administrator

Deel; India; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock grant opportunities

Remote work flexibility

WeWork access

Job summary

Deel is seeking a Database Administrator to manage and optimize Deel’s database systems. You will ensure data integrity, security, and high availability while collaborating with multiple teams to design, implement, and manage database environments.

The role focuses on performance tuning, live incident support, and safeguarding critical data to empower data-driven decisions across the organization. The ideal candidate will have extensive PostgreSQL and Oracle experience, strong SQL skills, and

Qualifications

• 3+ years administering production PostgreSQL databases.
• 3+ years administering production Oracle databases.
• Proficient in reading and writing SQL queries including window functions.
• Proficient in DB programming - creating triggers, functions etc.
• Proficient in Data Modelling - designing tables and relations.
• Proficient in performance tuning.
• Capable of supporting live incidents.
• Experience with the following tools: Git, Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with other RDBMS and NoSQL databases is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support and guide developers on database related development and design best practices
• Review and approve database-related code written by developers
• Monitor database health and performance metrics
• Support live incidents and respond to alerts (errors, locks, deadlocks, availability etc.)
• Perform maintenance tasks including backup and restore, engine upgrades, data migrations and parameter changes
• Create database functions and triggers
• Maintain and improve Data Integrity
• Improve performance - find problematic queries or parameters and advise on solutions

Skills

PostgreSQL

Oracle

SQL queries

DB programming

Data Modelling

Performance tuning

Live incidents

Git

Docker & Kubernetes

NoSQL databases

Tools

Git

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Who We Are Is What We Do.

Deel is the all-in-one payroll and HR platform for global teams. Our vision is to unlock global opportunity for every person, team, and business. Built for the way the world works today, Deel combines HRIS, payroll, compliance, benefits, performance, and equipment management into one seamless platform. With AI-powered tools and a fully owned payroll infrastructure, Deel supports every worker type in 150+ countries—helping businesses scale smarter, faster, and more compliantly. Among the largest globally distributed companies in the world, our team of 7,000 spans more than 100 countries, speaks 74 languages, and brings a connected and dynamic culture that drives continuous learning and innovation for our customers.

Why should you be part of our success story?

As the fastest-growing Software as a Service (SaaS) company in history, Deel is transforming how global talent connects with world-class companies – breaking down borders that have traditionally limited both hiring and career opportunities. We're not just building software; we're creating the infrastructure for the future of work, enabling a more diverse and inclusive global economy. In 2024 alone, we paid $11.2 billion to workers in nearly 100 currencies and provided healthcare and benefits to workers in 109 countries—ensuring people get paid and protected, no matter where they are. Our momentum is reflected in our achievements and customer satisfaction: CNBC Disruptor 50, Forbes Cloud 100, Deloitte Fast 500, and repeated recognition on Y Combinator's top companies list – all while maintaining a 4.83 average rating from 15,000 reviews across G2, Trustpilot, Captera, Apple and Google. Your experience at Deel will be a career accelerator. At the forefront of the global work revolution, you'll tackle complex challenges that impact millions of people's working lives. With our momentum—backed by a $17.3 billion valuation and $1 B in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) in just over five years—you'll drive meaningful impact while building expertise that makes you a sought-after leader in the transformation of global work.

Get Ready To :

The Database Administrator is responsible for managing and optimizing Deel’s database systems, ensuring data integrity, security, and high availability. This role is crucial for maintaining the infrastructure that supports Deel’s data operations and ensuring that all databases are running efficiently. You will work with various teams to design, implement, and manage database environments, optimize performance, and safeguard critical data against loss or unauthorized access. Your work ensures that Deel’s business data is always accessible, secure, and performing at its best, empowering data-driven decisions across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Support and guide developers on database related development and design best practices
• Review and approve database-related code written by developers
• Monitor database health and performance metrics
• Support live incidents and respond to alerts (errors, locks, deadlocks, availability etc.)
• Perform maintenance tasks including backup and restore, engine upgrades, data migrations and parameter changes
• Create database functions and triggers
• Maintain and improve Data Integrity
• Improve performance - find problematic queries or parameters and advise on solutions

Qualifications

• 3+ years administering production PostgreSQL databases
• 3+ years administering production Oracle databases
• Proficient in reading and writing SQL queries including window functions
• Proficient in DB programming - creating triggers, functions etc.
• Proficient in Data Modelling - designing tables and relations
• Proficient in performance tuning
• Capable of supporting live incidents
• Experience with the following tools:
• Git (version control)
• Docker and Kubernetes
• Experience with other RDBMS and NoSQL databases is a plus

Nice to have

• 1+ years of High-Level Programming experience
• 1+ years of managing cloud databases (AWS, GCP)

Total Rewards

Our workforce deserves fair and competitive pay that meets them where they are. With scalable benefits, rewards, and perks, our total rewards programs reflect our commitment to inclusivity and access for all.

Some things you’ll enjoy

• Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location
• Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country
• The flexibility of remote work, including optional WeWork access

At Deel, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy or maternity or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Unless otherwise agreed, we will communicate with job applicants using Deel-specific emails, which include @deel.com and other acquired company emails like @payspace.com and @paygroup.com. You can view the most up-to-date job listings at Deel by visiting our careers page. Deel is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects different abilities, backgrounds, beliefs, experiences, identities and perspectives. Deel will provide accommodations on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodations, please inform our Talent Acquisition Team via this link and a team member will be in touch to ensure your equal participation. If you have difficulty accessing the form, please email at [e-mail]. As part of our hiring process, we primarily rely on interviews and role-related assessments. In limited cases, we may also consider informal background information relevant to the role, in line with our privacy and fairness obligations. This application process does utilise Automated Employment Decision Tools (AEDT) and AI systems to assist in evaluating candidates based on experience level, technical skills and qualifications. As a fully remote company, we also utilise AI-powered deepfake and fraud detection technologies to verify the authenticity of candidate identities and interactions during assessments and interviews. This processing is conducted in compliance with applicable Data Protection, AI Governance and Labour Laws. We ensure human oversight is maintained in all final hiring decisions. Your personal data is not used to train AI models. For more information on how we process your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy. For NYC Residents: In accordance with NYC Local Law 144, an independent bias audit has been conducted on AEDT; results are available at Ashby, Covey.

Total Rewards

Our workforce deserves fair and competitive pay that meets them where they are. With scalable benefits, rewards, and perks, our total rewards programs reflect our commitment to inclusivity and access for all.

• Our salary range reflects gross base salary. For commercial roles with commission eligibility, this figure represents On-Target Earnings (OTE), inclusive of base salary and target commission.
• Salary ranges are quoted in USD as a consistent global reference. Your offer will be localized to your country's currency using a market-aligned conversion.
• Final pay is based on objective, job-related criteria including experience, skills, and location.
• We don't ask about salary history. Offers are based on the role and what you bring to it.

Some things you'll enjoy

• Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location
• Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country
• Optional flexible working office membership, with IWG

At Deel, we're an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy or maternity or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Unless otherwise agreed, we will communicate with job applicants using Deel-specific emails, which include @deel.com and other acquired company emails like @payspace.com and @paygroup.com. You can view the most up-to-date job listings at Deel by visiting our careers page. Deel welcomes persons with disabilities to apply to any of our open roles. We will provide application and/or interview accommodations on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities or other needs. If you require application and/or interview accommodations, please inform our Talent Acquisition Team via email ([e-mail]) and a team member will be in touch to ensure your equal participation. As part of our hiring process, we primarily rely on interviews and role-related assessments. In limited cases, we may also consider informal background information relevant to the role, in line with our privacy and fairness obligations. This application process may utilise Automated Employment Decision Tools (AEDT) and AI systems to assist in evaluating candidates based on experience level, technical skills and qualifications. This processing is conducted in compliance with applicable Data Protection, AI Governance and Labour Laws. We ensure human oversight is maintained in all final hiring decisions. Your personal data is not used to train AI models. For more information on how we process your personal data, please see our Recruitment Privacy Policy. For NYC Residents: In accordance with NYC Local Law 144, an independent bias audit has been conducted on AEDT