About Papigen
Papigen is a
fast-growing global technology services company
delivering innovative digital solutions through deep industry expertise and cutting-edge technology. We specialize in
cloud transformation, enterprise modernization, and next-gen solutions
in Cloud, Big Data, Java, React, DevOps, and more. Our
client-first approach
blends consulting, engineering, and data science to help businesses evolve and scale with impact.
Overview
We are seeking an experienced
Senior Database Administrator / Data Platform Consultant
to provide
consulting on architecture and technical strategies
, develop
assessment and analysis methodologies
, and
standardize functional design
for enterprise-grade
data platforms
. The consultant will ensure
high availability, performance optimization, compliance, and operational excellence
across multiple
database technologies
.
Responsibilities
The consultant will:
- Perform all aspects of data operations and database administration in line with established processes and guidelines.
- Install, configure, and maintain database servers/instances across required versions.
- Enhance platform performance through query optimization, configuration tuning, and process improvements.
- Maintain data integrity with robust backup and recovery processes.
- Apply database changes in accordance with change management procedures.
- Conduct regular capacity planning activities.
- Ensure adherence to ITIL processes, compliance frameworks, and audit requirements.
- Perform database refresh and cloning as required by application teams.
- Support version upgrades, patching, and migrations across all data platforms.
- Maintain operational documentation, technical diagrams, and disaster recovery procedures.
- Actively participate in infrastructure projects and technical upgrades.
- Provide database provisioning and technical support for application development projects.
- Execute backup/restore operations in coordination with storage/backup teams.
- Participate in security audits and ensure compliance with security policies and internal controls.
- Deliver 24/7 incident response support for production environments (shift coverage weekdays, on-call weekends/holidays).
- Provide KPI reporting (regular and ad-hoc).
- Perform periodic performance tuning and scalability assessments.
- Develop and optimize stored procedures, triggers, and SQL scripts to support operations.
- Provide infrastructure support across Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Dremio, Azure Data Factory (ADF), and Databricks.
- Support data engineering infrastructure needs leveraging Databricks, ADF, and Dremio.
- Collaborate in an onsite/offshore delivery model with distributed teams.
Required Skills & Experience
- Strong hands-on experience in database administration (Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
- Proven expertise in performance tuning, backup/recovery, upgrades, patching, and migrations.
- Knowledge of cloud data platforms and tools such as Databricks, Dremio, and Azure Data Factory (ADF).
- Solid understanding of capacity planning, disaster recovery (DR), and business continuity.
- Strong knowledge of ITIL processes, compliance frameworks, and audit readiness.
- Experience in database security, compliance, and incident management.
- Proficiency in SQL development: stored procedures, triggers, and advanced scripting.
- Ability to work in a 24/7 support environment with global, distributed teams.
- Strong communication, documentation, and stakeholder collaboration skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
- 8+ years of experience in database administration and operations.
- Prior experience supporting large-scale, mission-critical environments.
- Experience with onsite/offshore support delivery models.
Skills: adf,dremio,dr,databricks,postgresql,cloud,itil,sql,oracle,mongodb
