MSSQL DBA with AWS

Must Have Qualifications : Candidate must have 10 years of experience using Cloud and SQL with 2 years of experience migrating from on prem to AWS.

Job Description

• We are seeking a skilled and experienced MSSQL Database Administrator with proven expertise in cloud migration projects. The ideal candidate will manage maintain and optimize our Microsoft SQL Server environments while also leading or supporting the migration of database workloads to cloud platforms (such as Azure AWS or Google Cloud). This role requires strong technical skills problem-solving abilities and experience with both on-premises and cloud-based database solutions.
• Key Responsibilities :
• Database Administration :
• Install configure upgrade and patch Microsoft SQL Server instances.
• Monitor database performance tune queries and optimize indexes.
• Implement and maintain high availability and disaster recovery solutions (e.g. Always On Log Shipping Replication).
• Perform regular backups and restores; ensure data integrity and security.
• Manage users roles and permissions following best practices.
• Cloud Migration :
• Assess existing on-premises SQL Server environments and plan cloud migration strategies.
• Execute migrations to cloud platforms (preferably Azure SQL Database Managed Instance or AWS RDS).
• Use migration tools such as Data Migration Assistant (DMA) Azure Database Migration Service (DMS) or equivalent.
• Test and validate data integrity and application performance post-migration.
• Optimize cloud database resources for cost performance and scalability.
• Automation & Scripting :
• Develop and maintain scripts for automation of routine tasks using PowerShell T-SQL or cloud-native tools.
• Monitor and automate alerts reports and maintenance jobs.
• Documentation & Support :
• Create and maintain detailed documentation of database architecture configurations and migration processes.
• Provide technical support for application and development teams.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database-related incidents and service requests.

Qualifications :

Preferred Skills :

May require after-hours support for critical incidents or migrations.

Key Skills

Time Management,Data Analytics,Analytical,Agile,Requirement Gathering,Strategic thinking,Visio,Communication,Problem Solving,Market Research,UML,Cross Functional Teams

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1