Senior SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA)

Nelito System; Navi Mumbai; Hybrid; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Nelito System in Mahape, Navi Mumbai is seeking an experienced SQL Server DBA to manage end-to-end database infrastructure for critical banking and financial apps. The role focuses on performance tuning, HA/DR, security, and 24/7 production support.

The candidate should have 5+ years of relevant DBA experience with strong T-SQL, PowerShell scripting, and a track record of delivering reliable backups and encryption compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience with SQL Server in production environments.
• Strong skills in performance tuning, index management and wait stats.
• Experience with backup, recovery and DR strategies.
• Knowledge of HA/Always-On architectures and log shipping.
• Proficient in T-SQL and scripting for automation (PowerShell).
• Experience in database security, encryption and auditing.

Responsibilities

• Manage SQL Server databases across production and non-production environments.
• Perform performance tuning and query optimization for efficiency.
• Implement and maintain backup, recovery, and DR strategies.
• Configure and maintain HA/Always-On environments.
• Monitor health, security and availability 24/7.
• Provide production support and resolve incidents promptly.
• Ensure encryption and compliance with industry standards.

Skills

SQL Server

Performance Tuning

Backup & Recovery

HA/DR Architecture

T-SQL & Scripting

Database Security & Auditing

Education

B.E./B.Tech (CS/IT) or MCA

Tools

PostgreSQL

MySQL

Azure SQL

AWS RDS

Job description

We are looking for an experienced SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA) to join our team in Mahape. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the end-to-end management, maintenance, and optimization of our database infrastructure supporting critical banking and financial applications

Key Responsibilities

• Manage, maintain, and administer SQL Server databases across production and non-production environments.
• Perform database performance tuning and query optimization to ensure high efficiency.
• Implement and manage Backup, Recovery, Replication, and Disaster Recovery (DR) strategies.
• Configure and maintain High Availability (HA) and Always-On environments.
• Monitor database health, security, and availability on a 24/7 basis.
• Provide production support and handle critical incidents with quick resolution.
• Ensure database security, encryption, and compliance with industry standards.
• Automate routine DBA tasks using T-SQL, PowerShell, and scripting.

Required Skills (Mandatory)

• SQL Server Strong hands-on administration experience
• Performance Tuning Query optimization, index management, and wait stats analysis
• Backup & Recovery Full, differential, log backups, and point-in-time recovery
• HA/DR Architecture – Always-On Availability Groups, Failover Clustering, Log Shipping, Replication
• T-SQL & Scripting – PowerShell, automation scripts
• Database Security & Auditing – Encryption, access control, compliance

Preferred Skills (Good to Have)

• PostgreSQL or MySQL administration experience
• Experience in Banking, Fintech, CBS, LOS, or LMS domains
• Knowledge of cloud database platforms (Azure SQL, AWS RDS)

Qualifications

• B.E./B.Tech (Computer Science / IT) or MCA from a recognized university
• 5+ years of relevant DBA experience