At Beacon, we believe our greatest asset is our people.
Job Description
We are looking for a skilled and proactive SQL Database Administrator to join our team. You’ll play a key role in managing, optimizing, and migrating database systems in both on-premise and cloud environments, including Azure SQL Database (both PaaS and IaaS models). This position requires hands‑on experience with SQL Server, cloud databases, and CI/CD pipelines, as well as the flexibility to work rotating shifts to support 24/7 operations.
Responsibilities
- Administer, maintain, and optimize SQL Server databases, ensuring high performance, availability, and security
- Manage and support Azure SQL Database PaaS and SQL Server on Azure VMs (IaaS), including deployments, backups, performance tuning, and monitoring
- Participate in rotating shift schedules and on‑call duties as required
- Plan and execute database migrations from on-premise to Azure, including assessment, schema/data movement, and post‑migration optimization
- Design, develop, deploy, and maintain SSIS packages for ETL processes, data transformation, and integration between systems
- Collaborate with development teams to build and maintain robust database environments from ideation to implementation
- Ensure database systems adhere to security, compliance, and availability requirements
- Develop and maintain documentation for database architecture, configurations, and processes
- Utilize CI/CD pipelines for database code deployment and version control
- Leverage Infrastructure‑as‑Code (IaC) tools like Terraform to provision and manage cloud database infrastructure (desirable)
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience as a Database Administrator working with SQL Server
- Proven experience managing Azure SQL Database (PaaS) and SQL Server on Azure Virtual Machines (IaaS)
- Experience with cloud migration strategies and tools (e.g., Azure Data Migration Service, BACPAC, log shipping, etc.)
- Strong knowledge of database design, performance tuning, and optimization
- Proficiency in T‑SQL, backup/recovery, indexing strategies, and database security
- Familiarity with Azure Monitor, Azure Security Center, and automated alerting for database health
- Strong analytical ability, strategic thinking, and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and documentation skills
Benefits
- Group Mediclaim Policy
- Parental Insurance Coverage
- Accident Policy
- Retirement Benefits (Provident Fund)
- Overtime Bonus, Paid Vacation & Holidays, Profit Sharing & Incentive