SQL DBA

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Azure Subject Matter Expert (SME) with strong expertise in replatforming on-premises workloads to Azure and database migration . The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Azure Database Migration Service (DMS) and SQL technologies , leading end-to-end migration projects from assessment to cut-over.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead replatforming initiatives from on-premises environments to Azure.
• Perform Azure Migrate assessments including:
  • Discovery of workloads, applications, and dependencies.
  • Sizing and cost estimation for Azure resources.
• Design and implement migration strategies for databases and applications.
• Execute database migrations using Azure Database Migration Service (DMS) for:
  • SQL Server to Azure SQL Database / Azure SQL Managed Instance.
  • Other relational databases (Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL) to Azure.
• Develop migration runbooks and ensure smooth cut-over with minimal downtime.
• Troubleshoot migration issues and optimize performance post-migration.
• Collaborate with application teams to validate migration approach and timelines.
• Provide best practices for governance, security, and compliance during migration.

Required Skills & Experience

• Hands-on experience with:
  • Azure Migrate (assessment, discovery, planning, migration, cut-over).
  • Azure Database Migration Service (DMS) for heterogeneous and homogeneous migrations.
  • SQL Server administration, performance tuning, and troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of:
  • Azure IaaS and PaaS services.
  • Networking, identity, and security in Azure.
• Experience in large-scale migration projects (on-prem to Azure or cross-cloud).
• Ability to create migration plans and execute them effectively .
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert , Azure Database Administrator Associate , or Data Engineer Associate .
• Experience with hybrid cloud environments .
• Familiarity with automation tools for migration and deployment.