Database Consultant

Gateway Search; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,600,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Bengaluru is seeking a Database Migration Expert to lead Oracle and SQL Server migrations to multi-cloud platforms. The role involves designing migration roadmaps, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and optimizing deployments using modern automation techniques. Ideal candidates should have strong expertise in database administration and Infrastructure as Code practices, along with proficiency in scripting languages like Python and PowerShell.

Qualifications

• Proven experience migrating Oracle and SQL Server databases to AWS, Azure, and GCP.
• Strong expertise in Infrastructure as Code tools.
• Proficiency in scripting languages for automation.
• Strong database security, backup/recovery and high availability in cloud.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Assess existing environments and design migration roadmaps.
• Collaborate with teams for seamless integration.
• Lead end-to-end migrations of databases to cloud platforms.
• Develop IaC templates for scalable database provisioning.
• Automate DBA tasks and explore AI/ML-driven optimization.
• Advise on cloud-native adoption, modernization, and cost optimization.

Skills

Database migration strategy

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

Database administration

Automation

AI/ML-driven automation

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Analytical mindset

IaC design & IaC strategy

AI/ML-driven automation

Tools

Terraform

ARM templates

CloudFormation

Python

PowerShell

Job description

Senior Consultant @ Gateway Search | PGDHRM, Talent Acquisition

We are looking for a Database Migration Expert specializing in Oracle and SQL Server migrations to multi-cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) across both IaaS and PaaS services. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in database migration strategy, design, and execution, along with expertise in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to modernize and optimize deployments. This role requires not only strong technical skills in database administration and automation but also forward-looking capabilities in exploring AI/ML-driven automation for next-generation DBA responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess existing on-premises environments and design migration roadmaps aligned with business goals.


• Collaborate with cloud architects, application owners, and DevOps teams to ensure seamless integration with enterprise workloads.


• Lead and execute end-to-end migrations of Oracle and SQL Server databases to AWS, Azure, and GCP (IaaS and PaaS).


• Design, implement, and manage cloud-native and hybrid database architectures.


• Develop and manage IaC templates (Terraform, ARM templates, CloudFormation) for scalable, repeatable, and secure cloud database provisioning.


• Ideate, Innovate & automate DBA tasks, workflows, proactive monitoring, anomaly detection & and self-healing systems using Python and PowerShell.


• Explore & apply AI/ML techniques to further automate and optimize DBA tasks and database operations.


• Provide SME guidance on cloud-native database adoption, modernization strategies, and cost optimization.


• Familiarity with DevOps pipelines and CI/CD practices for database deployments.

Required Skills

• Proven experience migrating Oracle and SQL Server databases to AWS, Azure, and GCP (IaaS/PaaS).


• Strong expertise in Infrastructure as Code tools: Terraform, ARM templates, CloudFormation.


• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python and PowerShell for automation.


• Solid understanding of database security, backup/recovery, high availability, and performance tuning in cloud environments.


• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.


• Ability to work in cross-functional global teams.


• Strong analytical and troubleshooting mindset.

Preferred

• Cloud certifications (AWS, Azure, GCP) and/or Oracle/SQL Server certifications.


• Join our team to drive innovation and efficiency in multi-cloud database migrations and automation!


• Exposure to Kubernetes and containerized database solutions.


• Experience/Knowledge with AI/ML frameworks and their application in database automation.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology


• Industries: Software Development, IT Services and IT Consulting, and IT System Custom Software Development

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