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Senior Database Administrator
Fourkites
posted 2mon ago
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We are seeking an experienced Senior Database Administrator to design, implement, and maintain our organizations database infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with multiple database technologies and a proven track record of optimizing database performance, ensuring high availability, and implementing security best practices.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain large-scale database environments across multiple platforms including PostgreSQL, MongoDB, MySQL, Apache Cassandra, and Microsoft SQL Server
- Develop and implement database strategies, backup procedures, and disaster recovery plans
- Monitor database performance, tune queries, and optimize database configurations for maximum efficiency
- Lead capacity planning efforts and make recommendations for hardware/software upgrades
- Implement and maintain database security measures, including access controls, encryption, and audit procedures
- Automate routine database administration tasks and develop monitoring solutions
- Mentor junior DBAs and collaborate with development teams on database design and optimization
- Manage database migrations, upgrades, and patch implementations
- Provide 24/7 on-call support for critical database issues as part of a rotation schedule
Required Skills Experience
- 6-14 years of hands-on experience as a Database Administrator
- Strong expertise in at least three of the following: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, MySQL, Apache Cassandra, MSSQL Server
- Experience with high-availability configurations and disaster recovery solutions
- Proficiency in writing and optimizing complex SQL queries
- Strong knowledge of database security best practices and compliance requirements
- Experience with database monitoring tools and performance tuning
- Excellent scripting skills (Python, Bash, PowerShell)
- Knowledge of cloud database services (AWS RDS, Azure Database, GCP)
- Experience with data replication, sharding, and partitioning strategies
Technical Requirements
- Advanced knowledge of database architectures and design patterns
- Experience with database backup and recovery tools
- Proficiency in implementing and maintaining database clustering solutions
- Understanding of index optimization and query execution plans
- Experience with ETL processes and data warehousing concepts
- Knowledge of infrastructure as code and database version control
- Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
Preferred Qualifications
- Relevant database certifications (MongoDB Certified DBA, Oracle Certified Professional, etc.)
- Experience with NoSQL databases beyond MongoDB and Cassandra
- Knowledge of data modeling and normalization techniques
- Experience with database automation tools and CI/CD pipelines
- Understanding of GDPR and other data protection regulations
- Experience with performance monitoring tools (Grafana, Prometheus, etc.)
Soft Skills
- Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities
- Strong documentation skills and attention to detail
- Team player with the ability to work independently when needed
- Experience mentoring junior team members
Education
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
- Masters degree preferred but not required if compensated by equivalent experience
Work Environment
- Full-time position
- Hybrid work environment with some on-site presence required
- Participation in on-call rotation
- May require occasional weekend work for major deployments or upgrades
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
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Senior Database Administrator salary at Fourkites
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₹21.6
L/yr - ₹27.6
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Flexible timing
Monday to Friday
No travel
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