About the Role
CyberTech is seeking an experienced Senior Database Administrator to join our 24x7 database support team servicing Client's enterprise database landscape. This role requires deep expertise in Microsoft SQL Server and Microsoft Fabric, supporting MSSQL-dominant environments, Oracle databases, and Client's strategic migration to Microsoft Fabric platform.
Responsibilities
- Provide 24x7 L2 / L3 database administration support for MSSQL (primary), Oracle, and Microsoft Fabric environments
- Monitor and maintain high availability (99.9%+ uptime) of business-critical databases using ServiceNow
- Perform installations, configurations, upgrades, patching, backup / recovery, and security management
- Design and implement Microsoft Fabric solutions : OneLake, Data Engineering, Data Warehouse, lakehouse architecture
- Manage data migration from traditional databases to Fabric; optimize capacity and workspace governance
- Conduct advanced performance tuning : execution plans, query optimization, blocking / deadlock resolution
- Implement and validate HA / DR solutions : AlwaysOn Availability Groups, Failover Clustering, Replication
- Perform root cause analysis for outages with documented recommendations and preventive measures
- Handle escalations, coordinate incident response, and ensure proper shift handovers
- Develop PowerShell / T-SQL / Python scripts for automation, monitoring, and self-service provisioning
- Provide technical mentoring to DBA team members and lead knowledge sharing sessions
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
SLA adherence and database availabilityIncident resolution time and first-time fix rateQuality of root cause analysis and documentationSuccessful completion of maintenance windows and migrationsReduction in recurring incidents through automationCustomer satisfaction ratingsExperience
7-10 years in database administration with enterprise production supportMinimum 5 years deep experience with Microsoft SQL Server (2016+, including 2019 / 2022)2+ years with Microsoft Fabric or similar modern cloud data platforms (Azure Synapse, Databricks)Proven 24x7 production support experience with high-availability requirementsTechnical Skills
Microsoft SQL Server (Must have)MSSQL architecture, performance tuning, query optimization, execution plan analysisAlwaysOn Availability Groups, Failover Clustering, Replication (Transactional / Merge)Extended Events, Query Store, DMVs, index tuning, wait statisticsSSRS, SSIS, SSASBackup strategies, recovery models, point-in-time recoveryDatabase security : TDE, Always Encrypted, Row-Level SecurityMicrosoft Fabric (Must have)Hands-on with Fabric components : OneLake, Data Engineering (Spark), Data Warehouse, Data FactoryLakehouse architecture, medallion patterns, Delta LakePySpark notebooks, data pipeline orchestrationFabric capacity management, workspace governancePower BI integration and DirectLake modeCore Competencies
Exceptional troubleshooting and root cause analysis skillsStrong communication in English for global collaborationAbility to work under pressure during critical incidentsSelf-motivated with minimal supervision requiredMentoring and knowledge sharing capabilitiesWillingness to work 24x7 rotational shifts including weekends and holidaysPreferred Qualifications
One or more of the following certificationsMicrosoft Certified : Azure Data Engineer Associate (DP-203)Microsoft Certified : Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate (DP-600)Microsoft Certified : Azure Database Administrator Associate (DP-300)ITIL 4 FoundationWork Environment and Shift Details
Shift Pattern : 24x7 rotational shifts including weekends and holidays