Sybase Database Administrator

Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Database Migration Engineer with deep expertise in Sybase ASE to Microsoft SQL Server migration, including schema redesign, stored procedure translation, and deployment in AWS environments. The ideal candidate will have experience using tools such as SSMA (SQL Server Migration Assistant), be well-versed in both Sybase and MSSQL internals, and capable of ensuring data integrity and performance throughout the migration lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Schema Conversion & Optimization

• Translate Sybase-specific database objects to MSSQL-compatible syntax.
• Redesign schema elements where required for MSSQL optimization (e.g., indexes, partitioning).
• Convert stored procedures, triggers, views, and cursors from Sybase to T-SQL.
• Map Sybase data types to their closest MSSQL equivalents.
• Handle Sybase-specific features using MSSQL-compatible alternatives.

2. Code Conversion & Development

• Use automated tools (e.g., SSMA for Sybase) and manual methods to convert code.
• Rewrite or optimize business logic in MSSQLs T-SQL.
• Validate functionality of MSSQL objects through unit testing.

3. Testing & Validation

• Conduct unit testing of database objects.
• Support QA teams in validating database behavior post-migration.
• Ensure code adheres to expected functional and performance benchmarks.

4. AWS Deployment

• Assist in provisioning MSSQL environments in AWS (EC2/RDS/Managed Instance).
• Deploy database schema and objects to AWS MSSQL targets.
• Conduct post-deployment data validation and integrity checks.
• Participate in Go-Live and hypercare support post-deployment.

Required Skills & Experience:

Area

Required Expertise

Databases

Strong hands-on experience with Sybase ASE and Microsoft SQL Server (T-SQL, indexes, constraints, procedures, etc.)

Migration Tools

Experience with SQL Server Migration Assistant (SSMA) or other DB migration tools

Code Conversion

Proficiency in converting complex Sybase stored procedures, triggers, views to MSSQL

Performance Tuning

Query optimization, index tuning in MSSQL

Scripting & Automation

PowerShell, SQL scripts for automation of migration and deployment tasks

AWS Cloud

Familiarity with AWS RDS/EC2/Managed SQL provisioning and deployments

Testing

Unit testing of DB components; basic understanding of integration and functional testing

Version Control & CI/CD

Git, Azure DevOps or similar (nice to have)

Documentation

Role & responsibilities

Preferred candidate profile