Database Administrator

7 - 9 Years 2 Openings Trivandrum Role description We are seeking an experienced Database SME (Oracle & SQL) to design, manage, and optimize enterprise-level database systems within the Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) domain. The role involves ensuring high availability, security, performance, and compliance of mission-critical databases while supporting both on-premises and cloud environments. Key Responsibilities Database Administration Install, configure, and manage Oracle (12c, 19c) and SQL Server (2016, 2019, 2022) in high-availability setups. Oversee database architecture, upgrades, and migrations. Performance Optimization Conduct query tuning, indexing, partitioning, and in-memory processing to enhance database performance. Security & Compliance Implement RBAC, encryption, auditing, and data masking. Ensure compliance with PCI DSS, GDPR, ISO 27001, SOC 2, and other BFSI security regulations. Backup & Recovery Develop and maintain robust backup and recovery strategies using RMAN, Data Pump, SQL Server Always On, and enterprise backup tools. High Availability & Disaster Recovery Design and implement Oracle Data Guard, Oracle RAC, SQL Server Always On, and Failover Clustering solutions. Automation & Scripting Automate database administration tasks using PL / SQL, T-SQL, PowerShell, Python, and Ansible. Incident & Problem Management Troubleshoot and resolve performance issues, connectivity failures, and outages in production environments. Cloud & Hybrid Database Management Support and optimize databases hosted on AWS RDS, Azure SQL, Oracle Cloud, and hybrid cloud platforms. Monitoring & Reporting Use monitoring tools like Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM), SQL Server Profiler, Prometheus, and Splunk for proactive analysis and reporting. Collaboration & Documentation Work with cross-functional teams and maintain detailed documentation of database architectures, policies, and recovery procedures. Required Skills & Qualifications 7+ years of hands-on experience in Oracle and SQL Server administration. Proven expertise in high availability architectures (RAC, Data Guard, Always On, Failover Clustering, Replication, Mirroring, Log Shipping). Strong background in backup, recovery, and disaster recovery planning. Experience in database security, encryption, and compliance standards. Proficiency in PL / SQL, T-SQL, PowerShell, Python, or Ansible for automation. Experience with cloud-based database solutions (AWS RDS, Azure SQL, Oracle Cloud). Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting capabilities in production environments. Experience with database migrations, upgrades, and patching. Preferred Certifications Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) – Database Administration Microsoft Certified : Azure Database Administrator Associate AWS Certified Database – Specialty Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) – preferred for containerized database environments Skills Postgres Dba,Oracle,Ms Sql About UST UST is a global digital transformation solutions provider. For more than 20 years, UST has worked side by side with the world's best companies to make a real impact through transformation. Powered by technology, inspired by people and led by purpose, UST partners with their clients from design to operation. With deep domain expertise and a future-proof philosophy, UST embeds innovation and agility into their clients' organizations. With over 30,000 employees in 30 countries, UST builds for boundless impact—touching billions of lives in the process.