Azure Database Administrator

Our expectations

• 3+ years of experience in administering PostgreSQL and Microsoft SQL Server relational databases

• Familiar with Microsoft Azure and its database services, such as: Azure SQL Database, Azure Database for PostgreSQL (Flexible Server), Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Azure Backup

• Experience with optimizing JSON and JSONB data types usage

• Experience with database migrations (both logical and physical), using e.g. pg_dump, bacpac, and SqlPackage

• Proficient in SQL, T-SQL, and pgSQL

• Knows how to use administrative tools like SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), and pgAdmin

• Understands best practices in data security, auditing, and access management (including Azure RBAC, Managed Identities)

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Nice to have

• Certification: DP-300 – Administering Relational Databases on Microsoft Azure

• Certifications: AZ-104

Main responsibilities

• Administer and maintain database environments including Azure Database for PostgreSQL (Flexible Server / Hyperscale) and Azure SQL Database

• Monitor database performance and troubleshoot issues, including performance tuning, and index management

• Create, test, and manage backups and Disaster Recovery procedures (e.g., Point-in-time Restore, Geo-Redundancy)

• Participate in data migration projects, including compatibility analysis, planning, execution, and testing

• Automate administrative tasks using scripting and tools such as Azure DevOps pipelines, Python, and Azure CLI

• Collaborate with Platform and ETL teams to deliver best possible performance of daily operations

• Implement and oversee security and compliance policies (e.g., RBAC, auditing, encryption at rest and in transit)