We are seeking an experienced Database Administrator to manage, maintain, and optimize our large-scale database systems (RDBMS or Timeseries Database). The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in database architecture, performance tuning, security, backup strategies, and ensuring high availability and reliability of data systems.
Personal Characteristics
Strong portfolio and excellent attitude.
Must be self-confident to work in a Team and to handle the responsibilities individually as well
Should be a good listener/ Can articulate well / Good Communication Skills
Ability to work with teams across organizational boundaries, different cultures and different time zones in a virtual environment
Delivery oriented and able to work under strict deadlines.
Key Responsibilities
Configure, and maintain database systems (e.g., Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Any time series DB).
Monitor database performance and implement tuning strategies for optimization.
Experience working in real-time, high-throughput application environments
Design and implement database solutions for new applications and projects.
Collaborate with teams for schema design, query optimization, and data migration.
Maintain documentation for database configurations, processes, and procedures.
Perform routine maintenance, backups, recovery, and troubleshoot issues like crashes or slowdowns.
Connect databases with multiple applications / systems for ensuring smooth data flow.
Migrate data between systems.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
7–8 years of experience as a DBA in a production environment.
Strong knowledge of RDBMS (Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL) and Time Series databases (QuestDB, etc.).
Expertise in performance tuning, query optimization, and indexing strategies.
Hands-on experience with backup/recovery tools, high availability, and replication techniques.
Proficiency in PL/SQL, T-SQL, and scripting languages (Shell).
Familiarity with cloud databases (AWS RDS, Azure SQL, etc.) and DevOps tools.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and documentation skills.
Database Administration, Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Time Series Databases, QuestDB, Performance Tuning, Query Optimization, Indexing Strategies, Backup And Recovery, High Availability, Replication Techniques, PL/SQL, T-SQL, Shell Scripting, Database Monitoring, Database Configuration, Data Migration, Schema Design, Real-Time Data Processing, High-Throughput Systems, Cloud Databases, AWS RDS, Azure SQL, DevOps Tools, Troubleshooting, Analytical Skills, Problem Solving, Communication Skills, Documentation Skills