Job Description

Job Title: Senior Cloud DBA - PostgreSQL - Python Automation - Azure
Location: Hyderabad (Hybrid)
Job Type: Full-time
Job Summary:
We are seeking a Senior Cloud Database Administrator (DBA) with 4-7 years of hands-on experience, specializing in PostgreSQL in AWS and Azure environments. The ideal candidate will be proficient in managing cloud-native database deployments, automation, performance optimization, and support. Familiarity with other RDBMS and NoSQL platforms (e.g., SQL Server, MySQL, MongoDB) and DevOps integration is a plus.
Key Responsibilities:

• Cloud Database Administration:

• Install, configure, and manage PostgreSQL instances in AWS RDS, EC2, and Azure Database for PostgreSQL.
• Handle database provisioning, upgrades, patching, and lifecycle management in the cloud.
• Performance & Optimization:

• Analyse slow queries and improve performance using indexes, configuration tuning, and schema optimization.
• Monitor resource utilization and optimize database parameters for better throughput and latency.
• Backup, Recovery & HA:

• Design and implement backup strategies, Point-in-Time Recovery (PITR), replication, and disaster recovery solutions.
• Maintain high availability using read replicas, failover clusters, or native cloud HA solutions.
• Scripting & Automation:

• Automate database tasks using Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Contribute to Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM Templates) for database provisioning.
• Monitoring & Troubleshooting:

• Set up alerts and dashboards using Observability tools like NewRelic, Datadog etc
• Handle incidents, perform root cause analysis, and contribute to ongoing operational improvements.
• Security & Compliance Support:

• Enforce access controls, encryption, and secure connections.
• Contribute to audits and compliance efforts (e.g., SOC2, ISO 27001, and FedRAMP, if applicable).
• On-call Support:
• Participate in on-call rotations for 24x7 coverage (follow-the-sun model) for incident response, issue triage, and problem resolution

Required Qualifications:

• 4-7 years of hands-on experience as a PostgreSQL DBA.
• Expertise in PostgreSQL administration on AWS and/or Azure platforms.
• Strong skills in performance tuning, indexing, and query optimization.
• Experience with backup and recovery, HA/DR setups.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Shell, PowerShell) for automation.
• Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools for database health and performance.
• Understanding of cloud IAM, networking, and security principles.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Exposure to SQL Server, MongoDB, MySQL, or Redis.
• Experience with Kubernetes, containers, or serverless environments.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD tools, and IaC.
• Awareness of security frameworks like NIST, FedRAMP, or GDPR.

Roadmap to Success
First 90 Days: Getting Oriented

• Understand Current Systems:

• Onboard with the DBA, DevOps, and SRE teams.
• Review existing PostgreSQL architectures in AWS and Azure.
• Review and Assess:

• Evaluate current performance bottlenecks, automation scripts, and security configurations.
• Familiarize yourself with cloud cost management, HA/DR plans, and monitoring setups.
• Quick Wins:

• Triage and resolve outstanding performance issues.
• Implement minor automation and alerting improvements.

First 6 Months: Adding Value

• Optimization & Stability:

• Improve query performance and database efficiency through configuration tuning and indexing strategies.
• Harden backup and recovery strategies, and begin enhancing high availability.
• Automation & Cost Control:

• Contribute automation scripts for maintenance, scaling, and backups.
• Assist with cost analysis and optimization recommendations.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with developers, SREs, and DevOps on deployments and DB integration.

First 12 Months: Driving Impact

• Reliability & Security Enhancements:

• Implement proactive security measures (e.g., audit logging, secure access).
• Support compliance and security initiatives, documentation, and audit readiness.
• Innovation & Leadership:

• Propose modernization initiatives (e.g., containerized DBs, serverless options).
• Mentor junior team members or contribute to internal knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Operational Excellence:

• Help build a fully monitored, automated, and resilient PostgreSQL environment.
• Establish yourself as the go-to expert for PostgreSQL in the cloud.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and performance incentives
• Remote-friendly, flexible work culture
• Cloud training programs and technical certifications
• Exposure to large-scale cloud architecture and DevOps best practices
• Collaborative, fast-paced engineering environment