Lead Database Administrator
IT
Pune, Maharashtra, India
5+ years of experience in SQL Server Database Administration.
Provide 24x7 support for critical production systems.
Work location - Pune
Strong hands-on expertise with Azure SQL Database, Managed Instance, Hyperscale.
Deep knowledge of HA/DR, performance tuning, and security.
Experience with Azure networking (Private Endpoints, VNets).
Deeps understanding of SQL performance tuning
Experience supporting mission-critical, enterprise-scale systems.
Strong scripting/automation skills (PowerShell /Python preferred).
knowledge on AI tools/Agents is plus
Experience handling tools such as Redgate, Datadog etc.
Icertis is the global leader in AI-powered contract intelligence. The Icertis platform revolutionizes contract management, equipping customers with powerful insights and automation to grow revenue, control costs, mitigate risk, and ensure compliance - the pillars of business success. Today, more than one third of the Fortune 100 trust Icertis to realize the full intent of millions of commercial agreements in 90+ countries.
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5+ years of experience in SQL Server Database Administration. Provide 24x7 support for critical production systems. Work location - Pune Strong hands-on expertise with Azure SQL Database, Managed Instance, Hyperscale. Deep knowledge of HA/DR, performance tuning, and security. Experience with Azure networking (Private Endpoints, VNets). Deeps understanding of SQL performance tuning Experience supporting mission-critical, enterprise-scale systems. Strong scripting/automation skills (PowerShell /Python preferred). knowledge on AI tools/Agents is plus Experience handling tools such as Redgate, Datadog etc.
SQL Server Database Administration, 5+ Years exp.
Azure certifications (Azure Database Administrator, Azure Solutions Architect).
Experience working with FinOps and cloud cost governance.
Experience supporting mission-critical, high-availability systems.
Responsibilities
Depth understanding of SQL Server Architecture, SQL best practices in both on premise and cloud environments
Experience with a cloud platform is must - Azure.
Provide 24x7 support for critical production systems.
Ability to multi-task and context-switch effectively between different activities and teams.
Owning, tracking and resolving database related incidents and requests, within MTTR.
Proactive monitoring to ensure service-related issues are identified and resolved within established SLAs.
Experience with performance tuning and optimization, using native monitoring and troubleshooting tools.
Experience with SQL Always on High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) options.
Experience in implementing operational automation with PowerShell is a plus.
Knowledge of SQL Server Database internals, index management and statistics.
Experience handling tools such as Redgate, Datadog etc.
Experience with performance tuning and optimization, using native monitoring and troubleshooting tools.
Lead database migration and modernization initiatives to Azure.
Drive automation and DevOps using PowerShell, Azure Automation, CI/CD, and Infrastructure as Code.
Implement monitoring, alerting, and lead root cause analysis (RCA).
Optimize Azure SQL costs using right-sizing, elastic pools, and reserved capacity.
Adopt AI tools /Agents/third party tools for DB operations
Lead cross-functional collaboration and maintain SOP documentation to enhance process standardization
Adopt new changes and related technologies quickly
Have excellent communication and documentation skills.