Developer - Database Admin [T500-28119]

CIBC India; Hyderabad; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Job summary

CIBC India, a technology hub in Hyderabad, seeks a Database Administrator to monitor, tune, and optimize database performance across platforms. You will design and implement end-to-end DB solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable application services.

Ideal candidates have 5–8 years of DB experience, hands-on with AzureSQL/Oracle/MongoDB, and basic scripting in Python or Unix shell.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of database experience.
• Experience with AzureSQL, Oracle, MongoDB, and MS SQL Server.
• Ability to monitor and troubleshoot database performance.
• Basic scripting in Python or Unix shell.

Responsibilities

• Monitor DB performance and tune slow queries.
• Design and implement end-to-end DB solutions.
• Collaborate with technical teams to support applications.
• Ensure data backup and recovery strategies.
• Keep systems secure via access controls.

Skills

SQL

Performance tuning

Python scripting

Soft skills

Job description

CIBC is a leading North American bank, with a history of more than 150 years of living our purpose - to help make your ambition a reality. Client relationships are at the center of our strategy, and our growth is enabled by a highly engaged and connected global team. From digital banking to community impact, we’re proud to drive progress for our clients and our communities. Recognized for our culture, award-winning innovation and community investment, CIBC continues to evolve by putting people and progress at the centre of everything we do.

About CIBC India:

CIBC India is a technology and operations hub in Hyderabad, where you’ll be part of our highly engaged and global team, and play a central role in supporting our growth. Whether you’re driving innovation in digital banking or streamlining client onboarding, you’ll be part of a culture recognized for excellence and investment in people. At CIBC India, people and progress are at the center of what we do: you’ll develop skills, collaborate with industry leaders, and see your ideas realized in a culture that values progress and belonging. We provide cutting-edge resources, ongoing learning, and a supportive environment where people come first. If you’re ready to create meaningful change and build your future, CIBC India is where your ambition meets opportunity.

What CIBC India Offers:

At CIBC India, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential. We aspire to give you a career that goes well beyond your compensation.

We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including competitive fixed pay, performance-based incentive programs, a family-first benefits program, employer contributions for your retirement, attractive time off and leave offerings, wellbeing support, and MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program.

Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients worldwide

We cultivate a culture where you can express your ambition through initiatives like Purpose Day, a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development.

What You’ll Be Doing (position summary):

The Database Administrator is responsible for Monitoring DB, finding slow queries, fine tuning and fixing bottlenecks to keep applications running fast. To design, develop, and implement end-to-end DB solutions across multiple platforms. This role also focuses on building strong collaborative relationships within technical teams and peers, contributing to the effective delivery and management of application systems

At CIBC India we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role Details on your work arrangement (including on-site and remote work) will be discussed at the time of your interview

How You’ll Succeed (responsibilities):

COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• As an employee of CIBC, the incumbent must comply with all applicable CIBC and Line of Business policies, standards, guidelines and controls

AUTHORITIES/DECISION RIGHTS:

• As a key contributor to the business unit, this job has the authority to recommend changes to business processes in order to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness

Experience: 5 - 8 years of experience

• Performance Tuning: Monitoring system speed, finding slow queries, and fixing bottlenecks to keep applications running fast.
• Backup and Recovery: Creating data backup plans and testing restoration steps to prevent total data loss during a system crash.
• Security and Access Control: Setting up user accounts, defining secure passwords, and giving specific permissions so only authorized people see sensitive data.
• Installation and Upgrades: Installing new database software, applying security patches, and updating systems safely.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnosing unexpected errors, fixing corrupted data, and solving server connection issues.
• Capacity Planning: Tracking data growth and requesting more storage or server power before the system runs out of space

Who You Are (skills/qualifications):

Must Have Skills:

• Database Knowledge: Advanced proficiency in SQL, database architecture, and experience with database monitoring/troubleshooting tools. Strong command of Databases like AzureSQL, Oracle, MongoDB, Microsoft SQL Server.
• Performance Optimization: Monitor system health, tune queries, and adjust memory/storage configurations for peak efficiency.
• Scripting Skills: Basic knowledge of coding tools like Python or Unix shell scripts to automate boring daily tasks.
• Soft Skills: Great problem-solving skills and the ability to explain complex computer issues to non-technical staff.

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