SQL DBA + Azure Administrator (SQL Patching & Planning)

Naveen Enpowertke; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Naveen Enpowertke is seeking an experienced SQL Database Administrator (DBA) with strong Azure patching and cloud skills for hybrid work in Chennai/Bangalore/Hyderabad. The role focuses on SQL Server administration, patch planning and execution, high availability, and Azure-based database infrastructure.

The candidate should have hands-on experience with production SQL environments, performance tuning, backup/recovery, and maintaining security. Immediate joiners preferred with 0-15 days notice.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of SQL Server DBA experience.
• Experience with SQL Server installation, configuration and administration.
• Experience in SQL Server patch planning and implementation.
• Hands-on experience with SQL Server upgrades and CUs.
• Expertise in backup & recovery strategies.
• Experience with Always On, Failover Clustering, Log Shipping, and Replication.
• Strong performance tuning and query optimization skills.
• Experience with Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and Azure VM.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, upgrade, and administer Microsoft SQL Server (2016/2019/2022).
• Plan, schedule, and execute SQL Server patching activities across environments.
• Coordinate patching with cross-functional teams to minimize downtime.
• Perform upgrades, CU deployments, and security patching.
• Monitor health, performance, and availability of SQL Server.
• Configure Always On Availability Groups, Log Shipping, Replication, and Failover Clustering.
• Conduct backup, restore, DR testing, and recovery activities.
• Troubleshoot performance issues via execution plans and indexing.
• Implement security, permissions, and compliance best practices.
• Manage Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and SQL VMs.
• Monitor Azure resources using Azure Monitor and Log Analytics.
• Automate DBA tasks with PowerShell / T-SQL / SQL Agent jobs.
• Prepare documentation for patching and SOPs.
• Participate in on-call production support and incident management.

Skills

SQL Server DBA

Patch planning

Azure Administration

PowerShell

High availability

Performance tuning

Backup & Recovery

Education

Bachelor's Degree in CS/IT

Job description

Job Title: SQL DBA + Azure Administrator (SQL Patching & Planning)

Experience: 5+ Years
Location: Chennai / Bangalore / Hyderabad (Hybrid/Onsite)
Notice Period: Immediate Joiners Preferred (0 - 15 Days)

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced SQL Database Administrator (DBA) with strong expertise in SQL Server Administration, patch planning & implementation, and Microsoft Azure. The ideal candidate should have hands‑on experience managing production SQL environments, planning and executing SQL Server patching activities, ensuring high availability, performance tuning, backup & recovery, and supporting Azure-based database infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, upgrade, and administer Microsoft SQL Server (2016/2019/2022).
• Plan, schedule, and execute SQL Server patching activities across Development, QA, UAT, and Production environments.
• Coordinate patch implementation with application, infrastructure, and business teams to minimize downtime.
• Perform SQL Server upgrades, cumulative updates (CU), and security patch deployments.
• Monitor SQL Server health, performance, and availability.
• Configure and maintain SQL Server Always On Availability Groups, Log Shipping, Replication, and Failover Clustering.
• Perform database backup, restore, disaster recovery, and recovery testing.
• Troubleshoot database performance issues using execution plans, indexing, and query optimization.
• Implement database security, permissions, and compliance best practices.
• Manage Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and SQL Virtual Machines.
• Monitor Azure resources using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and alerts.
• Automate routine DBA activities using PowerShell, T‑SQL, or SQL Agent Jobs.
• Prepare documentation for patching, maintenance activities, and standard operating procedures.
• Participate in on‑call production support and incident management.

Required Skills

• 5+ years of SQL Server DBA experience.
• Strong knowledge of SQL Server Installation, Configuration, and Administration.
• Experience in SQL Server patch planning and implementation.
• Hands‑on experience with SQL Server upgrades and Cumulative Updates (CU).
• Expertise in Backup & Recovery strategies.
• Experience with Always On Availability Groups, Failover Cluster, Log Shipping, and Replication.
• Strong performance tuning and query optimization skills.
• Experience with Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and Azure Virtual Machines.
• Knowledge of Azure Storage, Virtual Networks, Azure Backup, Azure Monitor, and Log Analytics.
• Good understanding of Windows Server Administration.
• Experience with PowerShell scripting or automation.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.

Preferred Skills

• Azure Administration experience.
• Experience with Azure DevOps or CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of Terraform, ARM Templates, or Infrastructure as Code.
• Familiarity with ITIL processes.
• Experience with monitoring tools such as Redgate SQL Monitor, SolarWinds DPA, SCOM, or equivalent.

Nice to Have

• Azure certifications (AZ-104, AZ-305, DP-300).
• Experience working in enterprise production environments.
• Exposure to cloud migration projects.
• Knowledge of scripting using Python or PowerShell.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Mandatory Requirements

• Experience: 5+ Years
• Skills: SQL DBA, SQL Server Patching & Planning, Azure Administration
• Notice Period: Immediate Joiners (0- 15 Days)
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.