Azure Database Administrator

manage and optimize

Azure Database Administrator

Pune, Maharashtra, India

Overview:

Guidepoint's Engineering team thrives on delivering innovative technology solutions that accelerate revenue growth, reduce costs, and increase efficiency and productivity. As Guidepoint achieves its mission of making individuals, businesses, and the world smarter through personalized knowledge-sharing solutions, the engineering team is taking on challenges to create new products and improve existing platforms to optimize the seamless delivery of our services.

We are looking for a Azure SQL Database Administrator to lead our cloud database initiatives. This role will be responsible for managing and optimizing Azure SQL Databases, along with other platforms like SQL Server, Cosmos DB, and SQL Server VMs. The ideal candidate will be a technical expert in Azure database services, focusing on performance, security, and high availability. This is a leadership position that requires collaboration with development teams and senior stakeholders to align database strategies with business goals.

What Youll Do:

Azure SQL Database Management

• Design, implement, and manage Azure SQL Databases to ensure performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Optimize database performance, including query tuning, indexing, and partitioning strategies.
• Set up and manage disaster recovery and backup processes for Azure SQL environments.
• Ensure high availability through replication, failover, and other redundancy measures.

Cosmos DB and SQL Server Administration

• Manage and optimize Cosmos DB instances, focusing on throughput, latency, and cost management.
• Administer SQL Server VMs and SQL Server clusters, performing regular patching, upgrades, and performance monitoring.
• Implement security measures, including encryption, authentication, and access control for databases.

Database Security & Compliance

• Enforce best practices for database security, including data masking, encryption, and role-based access control.
• Ensure compliance with relevant data regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) and internal policies.
• Conduct regular audits and implement solutions for data governance and security.

Collaboration & Support

• Work closely with DevOps, infrastructure, and development teams to ensure databases meet application requirements.
• Provide 24/7 support for critical database systems and assist with troubleshooting complex database issues.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to design and implement database solutions that align with business objectives.

Required Technical Qualifications:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience as a Database Administrator, with at least 5 years working with Azure SQL Databases.
• Microsoft Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Database Administrator Associate, Azure Solutions Architect) are preferred.
• Deep knowledge of Azure SQL Database architecture, Cosmos DB, and SQL Server.
• Proficiency in T-SQL, PowerShell, and database management tools.
• Experience with cloud platforms (Azure) and automation tools (Azure CLI, ARM templates).
• Familiarity with ETL processes, data pipeline development, and big data processing.
• Knowledge of database security best practices and compliance requirements.