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This role requires deep expertise in performance tuning, large database management (10TB+), and building automation frameworks that integrate on-premises and AWS environments. The ideal candidate will adopt an “infrastructure as code” mindset and drive scalable, high-performance data solutions.\nKey Responsibilities\nDatabase Administration & Maintenance\nManage, monitor, and maintain SQL Server databases to ensure high availability, performance, and security. \nDesign and support complex replication topologies to maintain data consistency across distributed environments. \nPerform regular health checks, system audits, and capacity planning. \nPerformance Tuning & Optimization\nConduct advanced performance tuning and bottleneck analysis across CPU, memory, and storage layers (NVMe/EBS) for very large databases (VLDBs). \nPerform wait state analysis and optimize storage I/O performance. \nHigh Availability & Disaster Recovery\nDesign, implement, and manage SQL Server Always On Availability Groups. \nTroubleshoot high-latency transactional replication issues in high-throughput systems. \nEstablish and maintain robust backup and disaster recovery strategies. \nAutomation & Scripting\nDevelop self-service automation solutions for development teams (e.g., automated database refreshes, schema validation). \nBuild and maintain cross-platform automation frameworks using PowerShell, Python, or Ansible. \nImplement automated compliance checks and health monitoring for large-scale environments. \nDatabase Migration & Upgrades\nArchitect and execute migration strategies for large databases (10TB+) from on premises to AWS (EC2/RDS) with minimal downtime. Utilize tools and techniques such as Log Shipping, Mirroring, and AWS DMS. \nLeverage Delphix for data virtualization and masking to streamline non-production data provisioning. \nCloud & Infrastructure\nDeploy and manage SQL Server databases in AWS environments, including RDS and EC2. \nEnsure adherence to cloud best practices for scalability, security, and cost optimization. \nMonitoring & Troubleshooting\nProactively monitor database performance and resolve incidents. \nUse monitoring tools such as Foglight, DataDog, CloudWatch, and Redgate. \nPerform root cause analysis and implement preventive solutions. \nCollaboration\nCollaborate with application development, DevOps, and infrastructure teams. \nProvide database design guidance and support development initiatives. \nRequired Skills & Qualifications\n10-12 years of experience as a SQL Server DBA. \nProven experience managing large-scale databases (10TB+). \nStrong expertise in: \nSQL Server performance tuning (execution plans, indexing, query optimization) \nAlways On Availability Groups \nSQL Server Replication \nBackup and recovery strategies \nHands-on experience with PowerShell scripting for automation. \nExperience with Delphix (data virtualization and masking). \nStrong knowledge of AWS database services. \nExperience in database migrations and upgrades. \nSolid understanding of database security and compliance practices. \nExcellent analytical and problem-solving skills. \nGood to Have Skills\nExperience with CommVault for backup and recovery. \nWorking knowledge of MongoDB or other NoSQL databases. \nExposure to Microsoft Azure (Azure SQL, Managed Instances). \nFamiliarity with DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines. \nSoft Skills\nAbility to translate complex technical database challenges into actionable business insights for stakeholders and provide technical mentorship to junior team members. \nProven ability to maintain composure and lead technical resolution during high-pressure production outages and complex multi-wave cloud migrations. \nA strategic mindset focused on 'Automation First' - 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