Job Description

Full time
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Work From Office
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Department / Category:

ADMIN

Listed on Jul 25, 2025

Work Location:

HYDERABAD

Job Descritpion of Informix DB Admin

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10+ Years Relevant Experience


We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Informix Database Administrator with over 7 years of hands-on experience managing and supporting Informix environments. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in Informix versions 12.x and 14.x, replication technologies, performance tuning, and Unix/Linux environments. This role requires a proactive individual with strong troubleshooting and communication skills, capable of supporting enterprise-grade database systems and collaborating across multiple teams.

Key Responsibilities:

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Informix Administration:

Administer, configure, monitor, and optimize Informix databases in production and development environments. Manage Informix replication technologies including HDR (High Availability Data Replication), RSS (Remote Standalone Secondary), and SDS (Shared Disk Secondary). Perform performance tuning, capacity planning, backup and recovery, and incident resolution. Analyze and troubleshoot database issues, identifying root causes and applying appropriate solutions.

Incident and Operations Management:

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Provide L2/L3 support for Informix DB-related incidents and service requests. Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely resolution of issues. Maintain operational stability through regular health checks and proactive monitoring.

Scripting and Automation:

Develop and maintain Unix/Linux shell scripts for database automation and maintenance tasks. Support and enhance tools for monitoring, alerting, and operational efficiency.

Collaboration and Communication:

Collaborate with internal teams, clients, and stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver solutions. Participate in on-call rotations and ensure database uptime and performance SLAs are met. Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation, including SOPs and knowledge base articles.

Required Skills & Experience:

7+ years of hands-on experience with Informix Database Administration, including versions 12.x and 14.x. Expertise in Informix replication: HDR, RSS, and SDS. Strong troubleshooting, performance tuning, and issue resolution skills. Solid experience working in Unix/Linux environments with shell scripting expertise. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Familiarity with ticketing systems and working in ITIL/incident management frameworks.

Good to Have (Desirable Skills):

Experience with Splunk, Zabbix, or other monitoring/logging tools. Exposure to other RDBMS such as PostgreSQL, MySQL. Experience with CyberArk and Symphony Summit ticketing tools. Knowledge of the Telecom domain is a plus. Strong decision-making skills and the ability to act independently in high-pressure situations.

Soft Skills & Expectations:

Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently or in a team. Strong organizational and time management skills. Ability to coordinate with stakeholders and drive resolution of complex issues. A keen eye for detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality support and documentation.

Required Skills for Informix DB Admin Job

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Informix

HDR

RSS

SDS

troubleshooting

Performance Tuning

Our Hiring Process

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Screening (HR Round)

Technical Round 1

Technical Round 2

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Final HR Round