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Posted 13 July, 2026

Azure SQL Database Administrator (Azure SQL DBA)

VARITE INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED
Pan India, Karnataka, IN Full Time
Reference: 26-38057-2522-2

Company Name: VARITE India Private Limited

About The Client:

An Indian multinational information technology (IT) consulting company headquartered in Noida, The company has offices in 52 countries and over 225,944 employees. The Client is a global IT services and consulting company that offers a wide range of services and products across various industries like IT Infrastructure Services, Cybersecurity Services, Cloud Services, Big Data and Analytics, Internet of Things (IoT) Solutions, Semiconductor Services and Enterprise Software Products.

About The Job:
  • We are seeking an experienced Azure SQL DBA to manage, maintain, optimize, and secure Azure-based database environments. The ideal candidate should possess strong expertise in Azure SQL Database, Azure Managed Instance, SQL Server administration, performance tuning, backup and recovery, security implementation, and high availability solutions.
Essential Job Functions:
  • Administer and support Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and SQL Server databases.
  • Perform database installation, configuration, migration, upgrades, and patching activities.
  • Monitor database performance and troubleshoot performance bottlenecks.
  • Implement and manage High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) solutions.
  • Configure and manage database backups, restore strategies, and recovery processes.
  • Perform capacity planning, storage management, and database optimization.
  • Implement database security, encryption, auditing, and compliance requirements.
  • Monitor Azure SQL resources using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and other monitoring tools.
  • Troubleshoot database connectivity, replication, failover, and performance-related issues.
  • Automate routine DBA tasks using PowerShell, Azure CLI, and automation scripts.
  • Collaborate with application teams for database design reviews and production deployments.
  • Support cloud migration projects involving SQL Server to Azure SQL platforms.
  • Ensure database environments meet SLA, security, and governance standards.
Qualifications:
  • E2 – 5 to 8 years
  • E3 – 9 to 12 years
Required Technical Skills
  • Strong experience in Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and SQL Server.
  • Expertise in:
    • Backup and Restore
    • Performance Tuning & Query Optimization
    • Index Management
    • Monitoring & Troubleshooting
    • Database Security & Auditing
    • HA/DR Solutions
    • Replication and Always On Availability Groups
  • Hands-on experience with:
    • Azure Portal
    • Azure Monitor
    • Log Analytics
    • Azure Backup
    • Azure Automation
    • PowerShell
    • Azure CLI
  • Knowledge of database migration tools:
    • Azure Database Migration Service (DMS)
    • Data Migration Assistant (DMA)
  • Experience with Infrastructure as Code (ARM Templates, Terraform) is preferred.
  • Understanding of Azure networking concepts such as VNets, Private Endpoints, NSGs, and Firewall Rules.
Preferred Skills
  • Experience with DevOps and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Knowledge of Azure governance, security, and compliance frameworks.
  • Familiarity with monitoring tools such as SCOM, SolarWinds, Redgate, or Dynatrace.
  • Experience in large-scale enterprise database environments.
Certifications (Preferred)
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate (DP-300)
  • Microsoft Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)
Key Competencies
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent troubleshooting and performance optimization capabilities.
  • Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to work in a 24x7 support environment and handle critical incidents.


How to Apply: Interested candidates are encouraged to respond/submit their updated resumes, and for additional job opportunities, please visit Jobs In India – VARITE.

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If you're not available or interested in this opportunity, please pass this along to anyone in your network who might be a good fit and interested in our open positions. VARITE offers a Candidate Referral program, where you'll receive a one-time referral bonus based on the following scale if the referred candidate completes a three-month assignment with VARITE.

Experience Level Bonus Referral:
0-2 years INR 5,000
2-6 years INR 7,500
6+ years INR 10,000

About VARITE: VARITE is a global staffing and IT consulting company providing technical consulting and team augmentation services to Fortune 500 Companies in USA, UK, CANADA and INDIA. VARITE is currently a primary and direct vendor to the leading corporations in the verticals of Networking, Cloud Infrastructure, Hardware and Software, Digital Marketing and Media Solutions, Clinical Diagnostics, Utilities, Gaming and Entertainment, and Financial Services.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
VARITE is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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