Cloud Database Administrator (DBA)

Job Title: Cloud Database Administrator (DBA)

Experience: 6+ Years

Work Mode: Remote

Shift Timing: 3 PM – 12 AM

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Cloud Database Administrator (DBA) with 7+ years of expertise in managing, optimizing, and securing cloud-based and hybrid database environments. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience across major cloud platforms, strong database performance tuning skills, and the ability to drive efficient database operations through automation and best practices.

Key Responsibilities

Database Management

• Deploy, configure, manage, and optimize relational, non-relational, and hybrid databases across cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud).

• Perform regular health checks, performance tuning, capacity planning, and database optimization.

Cloud Migration

• Lead or support database migration projects including assessment, planning, and execution of on-premise to cloud migrations.

• Ensure minimal downtime, proper data validation, and successful cutover processes.

Security & Compliance

• Implement and maintain database security standards, including encryption, backup policies, access controls, auditing, and patching.

• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and organizational policies.

Automation & Scripting

• Automate routine DBA tasks using PowerShell, Python, or Shell scripting.

• Create scripts for monitoring, backups, log management, performance checks, and failover processes.

Collaboration

• Work closely with development, DevOps, infrastructure, and operations teams to ensure database solutions align with business and application requirements.

• Provide DBA support during application deployments, release cycles, and troubleshooting.

Monitoring & Troubleshooting

• Utilize monitoring tools such as Grafana, CloudWatch, Datadog, Prometheus for proactive database health checks.

• Diagnose and resolve performance issues, replication failures, cluster problems, and connectivity issues.

Technical Proficiencies

Databases

• Primary: PostgreSQL, MSSQL

• Good to Have: Oracle, MySQL, Cassandra, and other NoSQL databases

Cloud Platforms

• Hands-on experience with:

o Microsoft Azure

o Amazon Web Services (AWS)

o Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

Scripting & Automation

• PowerShell

• Python

• Shell scripting

Monitoring Tools

• Grafana

• AWS CloudWatch

• Datadog

• Prometheus

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.

• 5+ years of professional experience in database administration, including 2+ years in a cloud environment.

• Cloud certifications such as AWS Certified Database – Specialty or Azure Database Administrator Associate are an added advantage.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication

• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams

• Proactive mindset and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment