About Us
Zapcom is a global Product Engineering and Technology Services company, specializing in bespoke, customer-centric solutions across industries like BFSI, e-commerce, retail, travel, transportation, and hospitality. Headquartered in the US, with a presence in India, Europe, Canada, and MENA, we excel in transforming ideas into tangible outcomes using AI, ML, Cloud solutions, and full-stack development.
At Zapcom, we value accountability, ownership, and equality, empowering you to excel. We listen to your aspirations and provide the support needed to achieve them. Our diverse, collaborative culture ensures every voice is heard, driving innovation and business value. With global opportunities and expansion plans, now is the perfect time to join our team. Work on impactful projects that shape the future. Apply today and be part of something extraordinary!
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Database Administrator Lead to join our engineering organization to drive database strategy, optimization, and cloud transformation initiatives. This role requires a seasoned professional who can balance technical excellence with team leadership while ensuring our database infrastructure supports business-critical applications at scale.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership
- Lead database architecture decisions across multiple technology stacks (SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL, NoSQL databases)
- Design and implement highly available, scalable database solutions on Azure cloud platform
- Establish database standards, best practices, and governance frameworks
- Drive performance optimization initiatives achieving sub-second query response times
- Architect disaster recovery and business continuity strategies with RPO / RTO targets
Cloud & DevOps
Manage Azure database services (Azure SQL Database, Cosmos DB, Azure Database for PostgreSQL / MySQL)Implement Infrastructure as Code using ARM templates, Terraform, or BicepDesign CI / CD pipelines for database deployments using Azure DevOps or GitHub ActionsAutomate database provisioning, scaling, and maintenance operationsImplement cost optimization strategies for cloud database resourcesScripting & Automation
Develop complex automation scripts using PowerShell, Python, or BashCreate database maintenance scripts for backup, restore, indexing, and cleanup operationsBuild monitoring and alerting frameworks using scripting languagesAutomate database deployment processes including schema migrations and data synchronizationDevelop custom tools for database administration and troubleshootingTeam & Stakeholder Management
Mentor junior DBAs and database developersCollaborate with development teams on database design and query optimizationPartner with DevOps teams on deployment strategies and automationProvide 24x7 on-call support leadership for production database issuesPresent technical recommendations to senior managementExperience
Requirements Required Qualifications
10+ years of hands-on database administration experience5+ years working with Azure cloud platform and database services3+ years in a lead or senior DBA roleProven experience managing databases supporting 1M+ users or high-transaction systemsTechnical Skills
Database Platforms : Expert-level knowledge in SQL Server, PostgreSQL; working knowledge of MongoDB, Cosmos DB, RedisScripting Languages : Advanced proficiency in PowerShell, Python, T-SQL, PL / pgSQLAzure Services : Azure SQL Database, Managed Instances, Cosmos DB, Azure Data Factory, Azure SynapseDevOps Tools : Azure DevOps, Git, Jenkins, Terraform, Ansible, Docker, KubernetesMonitoring : Azure Monitor, Application Insights, Datadog, or similar APM toolsPerformance Tuning : Query optimization, index strategies, execution plan analysis, database engine internalsDeployment & Automation
Experience with database version control and migration tools (Flyway, Liquibase, SSDT)Implementing blue-green deployments and rolling updates for zero-downtime releasesDatabase containerization and orchestrationAutomated testing frameworks for database changesExperience with database DevOps practices and shift-left testingPreferred Qualifications
Azure database certifications (DP-300, DP-900)Experience with multi-region database architecturesKnowledge of data compliance requirements (GDPR, PCI-DSS, HIPAA)Experience with real-time data streaming (Kafka, Event Hubs)Familiarity with data warehousing and analytics platforms Key CompetenciesStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication skills to work with technical and non-technical stakeholdersAbility to work independently and drive initiatives to completionExperience working in Agile / Scrum environmentsStrong documentation and knowledge-sharing practices What We OfferOpportunity to work on large-scale, business-critical systemsLead role in cloud transformation initiativesWork with cutting-edge database technologies and toolsCollaborative environment with cross-functional teamsProfessional development and certification supportSkills Required
Powershell, Postgresql, Sql Server, Bash, Datadog, Liquibase, Terraform, Mysql, Ssdt, Cosmos DB, Python, Azure Devops