Track Manager - AzureMSSQL DBA, Microsoft Azure

HCL Technologies Limited; Dadri; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 5,500,000; Full time

Job summary

HCL Technologies Limited seeks a Track Manager for Azure MSSQL DBA to architect, implement, and optimize Azure SQL solutions. You will lead automation with Terraform/Azure DevOps, ensure HA/DR readiness, and monitor performance across cloud-based databases.

We expect 10+ years as a SQL Server DBA with 4+ years in Azure SQL, strong T-SQL skills, and familiarity with IaC, DevOps, and cost governance. Collaboration with architects and mentoring juniors are key parts of the role.

Qualifications

• 10+ years as SQL Server DBA with Azure SQL experience.
• 4+ years in Azure SQL (PaaS/IaaS).
• Hands-on with Azure SQL Database, Managed Instance, and SQL Server on Azure VMs.
• Strong knowledge of T-SQL, query tuning, indexing, and execution plans.
• IaC experience for database deployments.
• Powershell/Terraform/Ansible (any one of them) – hands-on.
• Azure networking, identity, monitoring, and cost management.
• HA/DR designs including geo-replication, failover groups, AlwaysOn AGs.
• Familiar with DevOps practices and automation (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions).
• Preferred: Microsoft Azure Certifications (DP-300, AZ-104, or AZ-305).

Responsibilities

• Architect, build, and deploy Azure SQL (PaaS/IaaS) solutions.
• Evaluate and recommend best-fit database services for cases.
• Lead database build automation via Terraform or Azure DevOps pipelines.
• Own HA, DR, backup, and performance tuning strategies.
• Monitor health, storage, and performance using Azure Monitor or dashboards.
• Root cause analysis and permanent fixes for DB issues.
• Collaborate with application and infra teams during planning and releases.
• Participate in capacity planning, licensing optimization, cost governance.
• Define and enforce database security, compliance, encryption policies.
• Mentor junior DBAs and engineers; present technical recommendations.

Skills

SQL Server DBA

Azure SQL

T-SQL

Query tuning

Index strategies

Execution plans

IaC for databases

PowerShell

Terraform

Azure DevOps

Ansible

HA/DR design

DevOps practices

Tools

Terraform

Azure DevOps

PowerShell

Ansible

Job description

Track Manager - AzureMSSQL DBA, Microsoft Azure

Noida, Uttar Pradesh

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities:
Engineering & Design
Architect, build, and deploy Azure SQL (PaaS/IaaS) solutions based on business and application requirements.
Evaluate and recommend best-fit database services (Azure SQL DB, Managed Instance, Hyperscale, etc.).
Lead database build automation using tools like Terraform, or Azure DevOps pipelines.
Operational Excellence
Own high-availability (HA), disaster recovery (DR), backup, and performance tuning strategies.
Proactively monitor database health, storage, and performance using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, or custom dashboards.
Conduct root cause analysis for database issues and implement permanent fixes.
Planning & Governance
Collaborate with application and infrastructure teams during planning, development, and release cycles.
Participate in capacity planning, licensing optimization, and cost governance.
Define and enforce database security, compliance, and encryption policies.
Strategic Contributions
Drive discussions with architects and senior stakeholders to shape long-term database strategies.
Develop and present technical recommendations, best practices, and improvement plans.
Act as a technical mentor to junior DBAs and engineers.

Skill Requirements

10+ years of experience as a SQL Server DBA, with at least4+ years in Azure SQL.
Proven hands on experience with Azure SQL Database, Managed Instance, and SQL Server on Azure VMs.
Strong knowledge of T-SQL, Query tuning, Index strategies, and Execution plans.
Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) for database deployments.
Powershell/Terraform/Ansible ( any one of them) - Secondary(Hands on)
Deep understanding of Azure networking, identity (AAD), monitoring, and cost management as it relates to databases.
Expertise in HA/DR designs including geo-replication, failover groups, and AlwaysOn AGs.
Familiarity with DevOps practices and automation (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, PowerShell, etc.).
Preferred Qualifications:
Microsoft Azure Certifications (DP-300, AZ-104, or AZ-305).
Experience with hybrid cloud/on-prem database environments.
Worked with automation tools like Terraform, Ansible to build Azure DevOps pipelines.
Familiarity with PostgreSQL, Cosmos DB, or other cloud-native data stores is a plus.
Experience participating in architecture review boards and preparing engineering proposals.

Other Requirements

Replacement for 'Sudhansu Mohan Routray'

Why HCLTech?

At HCLTech, you'll supercharge your potential. You'll find your career. And you'll find your spark. All at a place that knows that helping its customers stay on top starts by putting its people first.

HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 223,000 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending June 2026totaled $14.8billion.