Senior SQL Server Database Administrator

Programmers.io; Delhi; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Programmers.io in Delhi, India is seeking a highly experienced Senior SQL Server DBA to manage enterprise database platforms across on-premise and multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP). The role emphasizes SQL Server primarily, with PostgreSQL exposure.

The candidate will own critical systems, support cloud-native database operations, and work across relational and non-relational ecosystems, collaborating with DevOps and applications teams.

Qualifications

• 8–10+ years of strong SQL Server DBA experience.
• Min 6+ years of hands-on PostgreSQL experience.
• Proven expertise in performance tuning, HA/DR, and production system management.
• Min 5+ years of hands-on experience with Azure SQL, AWS RDS, or other managed database platforms.

Responsibilities

• SQL Server Administration & Production Operations.
• Multi-Cloud & Managed Database Operations.
• Cross-Skilled Database Operations (SQL + PostgreSQL + Cloud DBs).
• Database Migration & Modernization Support.
• Production Support & Reliability.

Skills

SQL Server DBA

PostgreSQL

Cloud DB administration

Azure/AWS RDS

Scripting (PowerShell, Python)

Job description

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior SQL Server DBA to manage and support enterprise database platforms across on-premise and multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP). The role is primarily centered around Microsoft SQL Server, while also requiring strong hands-on experience in PostgreSQL and exposure to modern cloud-native database services.

The ideal candidate should operate as a cross-skilled senior DBA, capable of working across multiple database technologies, supporting both SQL Server and PostgreSQL environments in production, and contributing to cloud-native database operations. The role demands strong ownership of critical systems, along with the ability to adapt to evolving database platforms across relational and non-relational ecosystems.

Key Responsibilities

• 1. SQL Server Administration & Production Operations
• 2. Multi-Cloud & Managed Database Operations
• 3. Cross-Skilled Database Operations (SQL + PostgreSQL + Cloud DBs)
• 4. Database Migration & Modernization Support
• 5. Production Support & Reliability

Required Skills & Experience

• 8–10+ years of strong SQL Server DBA experience
• Min 6+ years of hands-on working experience with PostgreSQL
• Proven expertise in performance tuning, HA/DR, and production system management
• Min 5+ years of hands-on experience with Azure SQL, AWS RDS, or other managed database platforms
• Exposure to MySQL / MariaDB and modern cloud-native databases
• Strong troubleshooting, performance tuning, and scripting skills

Automation & DevOps Alignment

• Support automation of database provisioning, monitoring, and maintenance tasks
• Work with DevOps teams to integrate database operations within CI/CD pipelines
• Use scripting (PowerShell, Python) for operational efficiency
• Contribute to improving DBA processes through automation and standardization

Professional Expectations

• Strong ownership mindset for critical production systems
• Ability to work across multiple database technologies and cloud environments
• Effective collaboration with application, cloud, and DevOps teams
• Team Player with a go getter mindset to contribute to project and practice initiatives
• Clear communication during escalations, incidents, and production issues