Sybase Database Administrator
ConfidentialChennai, Bengaluru / Bangalore, Mumbai30+ days ago
Job description8 to 10 years of experience as a Sybase DBA in large-scale enterprise environments Proficiency with Sybase ASE 15.x and 16.x , Replication Server , and Sybase IQ Strong experience with performance tuning , query optimization , and troubleshooting In-depth knowledge of backup / recovery , disaster recovery planning , and failover configurations Experience with database upgrades , patch management , and migration projects Familiarity with Linux / Unix environments and scripting (Shell, Perl, Python) Hands-on experience with monitoring tools like BMC Patrol, DBArtisan, or Sybase Central Understanding of security best practices , including encryption, audit trails, and access control Experience with Sybase to SQL Server or Oracle migration Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) with respect to database hosting Knowledge of ITIL processes , change and incident management Experience with DevOps / automation tools (Ansible, Jenkins, etc.) is a plus Sybase certification (if available) or equivalent Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work independently and handle high-pressure situations Strong attention to detail and documentation Collaborative mindset for cross-functional teamwork
We are seeking a highly experienced Sybase Database Administrator with 8 to 10 years of hands-on experience in administering, maintaining, and optimizing Sybase database environments. The ideal candidate should have deep expertise in Sybase ASE and Replication Server, performance tuning, backup / recovery strategies, and high-availability configurations in enterprise environments.
Key Responsibilities :
- Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain Sybase ASE , IQ , and Replication Server in production and non-production environments
- Perform database performance tuning , query optimization , and index management
- Manage database security , user roles, and access privileges according to organizational standards
- Monitor and resolve issues related to space management , locking , deadlocks , and long-running transactions
- Design and implement backup and recovery strategies; perform regular database health checks
- Configure and maintain disaster recovery and high availability setups (HA / DR)
- Troubleshoot database issues and work closely with development and infrastructure teams to resolve problems
- Automate routine DBA tasks using shell scripts , Perl , or Python
- Document procedures, configurations, and standards related to database administration
- Participate in change management, capacity planning, and incident response processes
- Work with auditors and compliance teams to ensure data integrity and security policies are enforced
- Provide on-call support and after-hours maintenance as required
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Skills Required
Sybase Ase, IQ, database performance tuning , Query Optimization
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