Senior Database Administrator

Job Description

🧩 We're Hiring: Senior Database Administrator (Contractual Role) 📍 Location: Remote (India) ⏳ Duration: 4–6 Months (Contract / Contract-to-Hire) 📅 Joining: Immediate to max. 10 days preferred 👤 Experience: 5 to 9 Years 📞 Interview Rounds: 2 (Technical – Virtual) 🚀 About the Role We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Database Administrator to join our team on a contract or contract-to-hire basis. This individual will work on a range of SQL and PostgreSQL administration tasks , manage Azure SQL databases , and support database migrations, security, and performance tuning for enterprise-grade systems. 🔧 Key Responsibilities Configure and manage Microsoft SQL Server and Azure SQL instances across Dev/QA/Production. Optimize and redesign database systems to improve performance and support automation. Administer PostgreSQL environments – including performance tuning, architecture, and security. Provide support for replication, CDC, TDE , and in-transit encryption . Perform code reviews and collaborate with developers to enforce SQL best practices. Manage database migrations from MSSQL to PostgreSQL. Provide on-call support and coordinate with global teams. Evaluate and recommend new database technologies and architectures. Support backup, disaster recovery, and restoration strategies. 📌 Required Qualifications 5+ years of hands-on experience with MSSQL Server database design and optimization. 3+ years managing Microsoft Azure database solutions. Solid experience with T-SQL, stored procedures, execution plans, and SQL jobs . Strong experience with PostgreSQL installation, tuning, and management. Experience with alternative SQL/NoSQL systems (e.g., MongoDB, MySQL). Comfortable working in Linux environments . Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. 🌟 Preferred Skills Experience with Microsoft Active Directory / Azure AD for managing database access. Background in security-focused database design : RBAC, encryption, auditing. Proficiency in at least one high-level programming language (e.g., Python, C#, etc.) ✅ Why Apply? Opportunity to work on cutting-edge, enterprise-grade cloud and on-prem databases. Exposure to hybrid environments (MSSQL + PostgreSQL + Azure) . Potential for contract extension or conversion to full-time based on performance. Fast-paced, tech-driven culture with global stakeholder interaction. 📩 Ready to apply? Send your updated CV and earliest availability to Sushmita@Olivegreenconsulting.com Know someone suitable? Feel free to refer! 🔗 #Hiring #DatabaseAdministrator #SQLServer #PostgreSQL #AzureSQL #DBAJobs #ContractJobs #ITJobsIndia #RemoteJobs #LinuxDBA #ImmediateJoiners Show more Show less