Senior SQL Database Administrator

Job Description : Senior SQL Database Administrator & Offshore Operations Lead

Job Summary :

We are seeking a highly skilled and reliable Senior SQL Database Administrator & Offshore Operations Lead to provide critical database support and technical leadership for our enterprise systems. This contract role requires extensive expertise in Microsoft SQL Server administration and strong proficiency in PostgreSQL. The successful candidate will operate remotely from India, specifically managing and supporting database environments during our after-hours support window (aligned with a significant offset from the Central Time Zone, requiring a consistent night shift schedule). This position is vital for maintaining the performance, security, and high availability of our core data infrastructure globally.

Core Responsibilities :

Database Administration and Operations (SQL Server Focus) :

• Serve as the primary offshore expert for Microsoft SQL Server, responsible for all facets of database administration, including installation, configuration, patching, upgrades, and migrations across various versions.
• Implement and manage advanced High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) solutions, specifically utilizing technologies like Always On Availability Groups, Database Mirroring, and Log Shipping.
• Proactively monitor database health, performance metrics, and resource utilization, performing complex performance tuning on T-SQL queries, stored procedures, indexes, and database configuration settings.
• Implement and enforce stringent database security policies, managing user permissions, role-based access control, encryption (TDE), and regular security audits.
• Develop, optimize, and manage robust backup and recovery strategies to ensure business continuity and meet specified Recovery Time Objectives (RTO) and Recovery Point Objectives (RPO).

Cross-Platform Support (PostgreSQL) :

Offshore Operational Leadership :

Required Skills & Experience :

Technical Skills :

Preferred Skills & Experience :

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