16+ Microsoft SQL Server DBA Jobs in India

Location - Remote (India)

Key Responsibilities 

• Design, develop, and maintain database schemas, stored procedures, views, and queries in SQL Server and MySQL. 

• Identify and resolve query performance bottlenecks using execution plans, indexing strategies, and tuning techniques. 

• Conduct regular database health checks and performance reviews to ensure optimal operation. 

• Collaborate with development and operations teams to support application data requirements. 

• Write and optimize complex SQL scripts to meet business and operational needs. 

• Support the DBA Team Lead with day-to-day database operations and incident resolution. 

• Assist in monitoring database availability, integrity, and backups. 

• Document database structures, procedures, and changes in a clear and organized manner. 

• Implement best practices for data storage, retrieval, and processing efficiency. 

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of database standards and internal processes. 

• Identify and effectively prioritize situations requiring urgent attention. 

• Stay current with system information, database technologies, changes, and updates. 

• Experience with cloud-managed databases (e.g., Microsoft Azure SQL Database, Amazon RDS) and understanding of scaling, cost optimization, and high availability in cloud environments. 

• Hands-on exposure to database automation and CI/CD practices (schema versioning, deployment pipelines, Infrastructure as Code). 

• Strong knowledge of high availability and disaster recovery design, including replication, failover, and defined RPO/RTO ownership. 

• Familiarity with database security best practices (encryption, access control, auditing, and protection of sensitive/regulated data). 

• Experience with monitoring and observability tools, with a proactive approach to performance tuning and alerting. 

• Scripting ability (PowerShell, Python, or Bash) to automate routine database operations and reduce manual effort. 

• Experience with database migrations, version upgrades, or modernization initiatives (on-prem to cloud or legacy to current platforms). 

• Ability to operate in a DevOps-oriented environment, partnering closely with engineering teams and owning database performance tied to application SLA. 

• Proficiency in T-SQL and/or standard SQL. 

• Ability to multi-task and adjust priorities quickly in a fast-paced environment. 

• Ability to research and implement solutions using available technical resources. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. 

• Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. 

• Advanced knowledge of database performance tuning and query optimization. 

• Familiarity with cloud database platforms such as Microsoft Azure SQL, AWS   RDS, or equivalent. 

• Experience with database deployment automation and CI/CD pipelines. 

• Understanding of high availability, disaster recovery, and data protection strategies. 

• Working knowledge of database monitoring and performance management tools. 

• Basic scripting skills (PowerShell, Python, or Bash) for automation. 

• Awareness of data security and compliance considerations in regulated environments. 

Required Skills 

• Proven working experience as a Database Administrator or in a similar role. 

• Working knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server (SSIS, T-SQL, DDL, SML) 

• Working knowledge of MySQL or MariaDB. 

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in database administration. 

• Understanding of database normalization and data modeling principles. 

Nice to Have 

• MacOS, iOS, Android, Linux OS beneficial but not required. 

• ETL processes or data warehouse experience beneficial but not required. 

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate or equivalent SQL Server certification preferred but not required. 

• MySQL certification preferred but not required. 

Designation SQL Database Administrator

LocationMohali, Chandigarh,

Job Description & Responsibilities

• Provide database monitoring and support of multiple 24/7 enterprise SQL Server always on availability groups.
• Troubleshoot issues as they occur, working with the Operations team during incidents, and resolving problems quickly and to a high standard.
• Maintain database performance by identifying and resolving production and application development problems, calculating optimum parameter values, evaluating
• new release code, answering developer questions and advising on code changes.
• Develop and configure database solutions, configuration of new systems, defining database structure, improving security, ensuring back-ups and restores meet audit requirements.
• Ensure all database systems meet RPO & RTO policies.
• Work with the Engineering Team to design and optimize SQL solutions.
• Work with the Operations Team to manage, install and configure servers in multiple data centres around the world.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations.
• Ability to work closely with developers to resolve issues and improve systems.
• High level knowledge of Windows and Windows security and how they affect SQL Server.
• Knowledge of PowerShell scripting.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Education

• BE, B. Tech, M. Tech in Computer Science or equivalent.

Certifications

• Knowledge of Clustering.
• Knowledge of Database Migration.
• Knowledge of Database Mirroring.
• Knowledge of Log Shipping.
• Knowledge of Mirroring.
• Knowledge of Replication.
• Knowledge of SQL DBA.

Work Experience

• 05 to 08 years of experience as a SQL Database Administrator.
• Experience in Airlines or travel domain is a plus.

Skills

• Responsible for installation and configuration of SQL Server 2016/2017/2019.
• Scheduling jobs and job monitoring.
• Performing SQL Server upgrades, applying patches, and monitoring status.
• Manage user and role level security.
• Understanding and modifying existing stored procedures.
• Configured always On, log shipping and replication.
• Creating databases and logins with permissions in SQL Servers as developer's request.
• Implemented database standards and naming conventions for the database objects.
• Monitoring the databases as per the daily schedule tasks to check the health of databases using DBCC commands.
• Monitoring jobs like backup and restore check the error log for daily running batch jobs.
• Performance tuning high-level understanding.
• Troubleshooting issues high-level understanding.

Role & Responsibilities:

Develop and deliver defect free, web-based applications using C#, ASP.Net and Oracle as per the specifications provided by the Business Analysts.

• Read and Understand the Functional and Technical Specification and have complete understanding of the work before commencing the work
• Design, develop, and unit test applications in accordance with established standards.
• Adhering to high-quality development principles while delivering solutions on-time.
• Adhere to the Quality Management Standards established in the organization.
• Understanding of the SDLC process defined in the organization and follow it without any deviation
• Providing third-level support to the support tickets raised by the business users
• Analyzing and resolving technical and application Logic related problems
• Ensure high performance in the application by developing efficient code

Ideal Candidate:

• Strong .NET Senior Software Engineer Profile
• Must have 5+ years of hands-on development experience with C#.NET, ASP.NET, ADO.NET.
• Must have 3+ years of experience in web application development using HTML, CSS, JavaScript/jQuery
• Must have strong experience in Writing Complex SQL Queries, Stored Procedures, Functions using Oracle / SQL Server.
• Must have experience in designing, developing, and unit testing applications with SDLC compliance
• Experience with AJAX, Crystal Reports, and front-end validations using JavaScript/jQuery.
• ME/MTech (CS) or BE/BTech (CS).

Who we are:

Kanerika Inc. is a premier global software products and services firm that specializes in providing innovative solutions and services for data-driven enterprises. Our focus is to empower businesses to achieve their digital transformation goals and maximize their business impact through the effective use of data and AI. We leverage cutting-edge technologies in data analytics, data governance, AI-ML, GenAI/ LLM and industry best practices to deliver custom solutions that help organizations optimize their operations, enhance customer experiences, and drive growth.

Awards and Recognitions

Kanerika has won several awards over the years, including:

CMMI Level 3 Appraised in 2024.

Best Place to Work 2022 & 2023 by Great Place to Work®.

Top 10 Most Recommended RPA Start-Ups in 2022 by RPA today.

NASSCOM Emerge 50 Award in 2014.

Frost & Sullivan India 2021 Technology Innovation Award for its Kompass composable solution architecture.

Recognized for ISO 27701, 27001, SOC2, and GDPR compliances.

Featured as Top Data Analytics Services Provider by GoodFirms.

Working for us

Kanerika is rated 4.6/5 on Glassdoor, for many good reasons. We truly value our employees' growth, well-being, and diversity, and people’s experiences bear this out. At Kanerika, we offer a host of enticing benefits that create an environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally. From our inclusive hiring practices and mandatory training on creating a safe work environment to our flexible working hours and generous parental leave, we prioritize the well-being and success of our employees. Our commitment to professional development is evident through our mentorship programs, job training initiatives, and support for professional certifications. Additionally, our company-sponsored outings and various time-off benefits ensure a healthy work-life balance. Join us at Kanerika and become part of a vibrant and diverse community where your talents are recognized, your growth is nurtured, and your contributions make a real impact. See the benefits section below for the perks you’ll get while working for Kanerika.

Locations

We are located in Austin (USA), Singapore, Hyderabad, Indore and Ahmedabad (India).

Required Qualifications:

- 15+ years in data governance and management.

- Expertise in Microsoft Purview, Informatica, and related platforms.

- Experience leading end-to-end governance initiatives.

- Strong understanding of metadata, lineage, policy management, and compliance regulations.

- Hands-on skills in Azure Data Factory, REST APIs, PowerShell, and governance architecture.

- Familiar with Agile methodologies and stakeholder communication.

What You Will Do:

As a Data Governance Architect at Kanerika, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the enterprise data governance strategy. Your responsibilities include:

1. Strategy, Framework, and Governance Operating Model

- Develop and maintain enterprise-wide data governance strategies, standards, and policies.

- Align governance practices with business goals like regulatory compliance and analytics readiness.

- Define roles and responsibilities within the governance operating model.

- Drive governance maturity assessments and lead change management initiatives.

2. Stakeholder Alignment & Organizational Enablement

- Collaborate across IT, legal, business, and compliance teams to align governance priorities.

- Define stewardship models and create enablement, training, and communication programs.

- Conduct onboarding sessions and workshops to promote governance awareness.

3. Architecture Design for Data Governance Platforms

- Design scalable and modular data governance architecture.

- Evaluate tools like Microsoft Purview, Collibra, Alation, BigID, Informatica.

- Ensure integration with metadata, privacy, quality, and policy systems.

4. Microsoft Purview Solution Architecture

- Lead end-to-end implementation and management of Microsoft Purview.

- Configure RBAC, collections, metadata scanning, business glossary, and classification rules.

- Implement sensitivity labels, insider risk controls, retention, data map, and audit dashboards.

5. Metadata, Lineage & Glossary Management

- Architect metadata repositories and ingestion workflows.

- Ensure end-to-end lineage (ADF → Synapse → Power BI).

- Define governance over business glossary and approval workflows.

6. Data Classification, Access & Policy Management

- Define and enforce rules for data classification, access, retention, and sharing.

- Align with GDPR, HIPAA, CCPA, SOX regulations.

- Use Microsoft Purview and MIP for policy enforcement automation.

7. Data Quality Governance

- Define KPIs, validation rules, and remediation workflows for enterprise data quality.

- Design scalable quality frameworks integrated into data pipelines.

8. Compliance, Risk, and Audit Oversight

- Identify risks and define standards for compliance reporting and audits.

- Configure usage analytics, alerts, and dashboards for policy enforcement.

9. Automation & Integration

- Automate governance processes using PowerShell, Azure Functions, Logic Apps, REST APIs.

- Integrate governance tools with Azure Monitor, Synapse Link, Power BI, and third-party platforms.

Who we are :

Kanerika Inc. is a premier global software products and services firm that specializes in providing innovative solutions and services for data-driven enterprises. Our focus is to empower businesses to achieve their digital transformation goals and maximize their business impact through the effective use of data and AI. We leverage cutting-edge technologies in data analytics, data governance, AI-ML, GenAI/ LLM and industry best practices to deliver custom solutions that help organizations optimize their operations, enhance customer experiences, and drive growth.

What You Will Do :

As a Data Governance Developer at Kanerika, you will be responsible for building and managing metadata, lineage, and compliance frameworks across the organizations data ecosystem.

Required Qualifications :

- 4 to 6 years of experience in data governance or data management.

- Strong experience in Microsoft Purview and Informatica governance tools.

- Proficient in tracking and visualizing data lineage across systems.

- Familiar with Azure Data Factory, Talend, dbt, and other integration tools.

- Understanding of data regulations : GDPR, CCPA, SOX, HIPAA.

- Ability to translate technical data governance concepts for business stakeholders.

Tools & Technologies :

- Microsoft Purview, Collibra, Atlan, Informatica Axon, IBM IG Catalog

- Experience in Microsoft Purview areas :

1. Label creation and policy management

2. Publish/Auto-labeling

3. Data Loss Prevention & Compliance handling

4. Compliance Manager, Communication Compliance, Insider Risk Management

5. Records Management, Unified Catalog, Information Barriers

6. eDiscovery, Data Map, Lifecycle Management, Compliance Alerts, Audit

7. DSPM, Data Policy

Key Responsibilities :

- Set up and manage Microsoft Purview accounts, collections, and access controls (RBAC).

- Integrate Purview with data sources : Azure Data Lake, Synapse, SQL DB, Power BI, Snowflake.

- Schedule and monitor metadata scanning and classification jobs.

- Implement and maintain collection hierarchies aligned with data ownership.

- Design metadata ingestion workflows for technical, business, and operational metadata.

- Enrich data assets with business context : descriptions, glossary terms, tags.

- Synchronize metadata across tools using REST APIs, PowerShell, or ADF.

- Validate end-to-end lineage for datasets and reports (ADF ? Synapse ? Power BI).

- Resolve lineage gaps or failures using mapping corrections or scripts.

- Perform impact analysis to support downstream data consumers.

- Create custom classification rules for sensitive data (PII, PCI, PHI).

- Apply and manage Microsoft Purview sensitivity labels and policies.

- Integrate with Microsoft Information Protection (MIP) for DLP.

- Manage business glossary in collaboration with domain owners and stewards.

- Implement approval workflows and term governance.

- Conduct audits for glossary and metadata quality and consistency.

- Automate Purview operations using :

- PowerShell, Azure Functions, Logic Apps, REST APIs

- Build pipelines for dynamic source registration and scanning.

- Automate tagging, lineage, and glossary term mapping.

- Enable operational insights using Power BI, Synapse Link, Azure Monitor, and governance APIs.

years MS SQL Server Administration experience required 

∙Provide 24x7 support for critical production systems. 

∙ Provide technical leadership for the service component or the product. 

∙IT Operations with strong understanding of database structures, theories, principles, and best practices. 

∙Experience with Performance Tuning and Optimization (PTO), using native monitoring and third-party tools 

∙Experience with backups, restores and recovery processes 

∙Knowledge of High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) options for SQL Server  

∙Assist developers with complex query tuning and schema refinement. 

∙Experience in handling database corruption 

∙Manage Encrypted database, TDE and SSL certificate 

∙Manage PaaS and IaaS environment 

∙Experience with SSIS packages, SSRS and SSAS 

∙Experience working with Windows server, including Active Directory 

• Python knowledge: object-oriented programming: inheritance, abstract classes, dataclass, dependency injection, design patterns: comand-query, repository, adapter, hexagonal architecture, swagger/Open API, flask, connexion
• Experience on AWS services: lambda, ecs, sqs, s3, dynamodb, auroradb
• Experience with following libraries boto3, behave, pytest, moto, localstack, docker
• Basic knowledge about terraform, gitlab ci
• Experience with SQL DB

Role: My SQL DBA

Work Location: Noida/Hyderabad

Exp : 3+ Yrs

About the Role:

The ideal candidate would be working on the servers which impact various SaaS AI/ML products and

1000+ models in AI/ML. As a DBA administrator the server support would be provided for various

industry verticals like Finance, Telecom, Travel & Transportation, Healthcare, Government etc. This role

would give an opportunity working on multiple and complex databases for fortune 500 customers which

have impact on their data related to AI/ML products/models of the company.

About the Company:

We are America’s oldest machine learning solutions company. With offices across US, China and India,

we hire people with a broad set of technical and domain skills who can contribute to the creation of

machine learning solutions across verticals such as financial services, telecommunications, healthcare,

consumer products etc.

Preferred Qualification:

(Must have)

· Three years or above working experience, more than two years in MySQL, familiar with MySQL

database architecture.

· Have good experience in database troubleshooting and solutions for the whole system chain,

including OS, Database, storage, network, application, cloud and so on.

· Familiar with SQL tuning, know about how to split large tables in MySQL.

· Familiar with the daily backup and restore operations of MySQL, and know about the HA

principles of MySQL replication and MySQL Cluster. Experience in PostgreSQL is preferred.

· Familiar with Linux operating system, be able to write daily scripts with Shell/Python.

· Experience about NoSQL databases is preferred, such as MongoDB, Redis.

· Experience about distribution databases is preferred, such as Greenplum, Clickhouse.

· Oracle DBA or SQL Server DBA working experience is preferred.

· Careful work, strong sense of responsibility, good learning ability and team spirit.

Responsibilities:

· Responsible for the daily maintenance and troubleshooting for all Databases, such as MySQL

and postgreSQL, make sure all database system running safely and stably.

· Establish MySQL daily backup and recovery policies, and data security policies.

· Responsible for the design and implementation of Database tables, and large table split policy.

· Provided daily support to the development team and application team, such as database design

specification and performance tuning suggestions.

Job Description:

Candidate should ideally be a B.E/B.Tech graduate with around 3 to 5 years of experience, with core T-SQL scripting , performance tuning, SSIS, NOSQL skills. The current role requires a core T-SQL , NoSQL and SSIS developer. The SQL Developer will be responsible for:

• Creating & designing database and all database objects such as tables, views, StoredProcedures, functions etc.
• Writing and troubleshooting simple to complex SQL scripts, stored procedures, views, functions, etc. as per the requirement.
• Troubleshooting and fixing all performance issues with respect to databases (objects & scripts).
• SQL Query tuning and performance tuning.
• Develop/migrate existing scripts to SSIS.
• Maintaining referential integrity, domain integrity and column integrity by using the available options such as constraints, etc.
• Maintaining database objects (like tables, views,Stored Procedures) performance by following the tuning tips like normalization, indexes, etc.
• Importing and exporting the data from different sources using tools, writing required scripts.
• Works closely with other members of the team to accomplish the projects.
• Assists project teams to design and develop core business components utilizing  industry-accepted analysis and design standards.
• Provides and/or assists with, project management and project leadership.
• Create and maintain documentation for all the projects.
• Working with NOSQL databases (Mostly on MongoDB) .

PRIMARY SKILLS: 

TSQL, SQL, NoSQL, Performance Tuning, SSIS, Import & Export of data from different data sources and from different formats.

SECONDARY SKILLS:

Database Administration

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• 3+ years of professional experience in working with MSSQL Server 2008 and above.
• 3+ years of professional experience in writing TSQL scripts.
• Thorough experience in SQL query tuning and performance tuning.
• Experience in developing and maintaining SSIS packages.
• Experience in working with NoSQL databases. MongoDB would be preferable.
• Fluent knowledge of MSSQL server DBA.
• Should be a good team player and should possess good attitude and work ethics.
• Should possess excellent communication and written skills.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• MSSQL DBA.
• SSIS.
• NOSQL, MongoDB

We are looking for a strong Java Developer with experience in fintech domain enterprise-grade world class data aggregation, reconciliation, and reporting product. This is an opportunity to discover a large range of business cases as well as design, develop and implement solutions that results solving complex problems. As a Java Sr developer you will design and develop technology-based business solutions that caters to current and future Product requirements.

Must have:
• 4-8 years of relevant experience in designing & developing and architecting systems/software for large business environments (Java, J2EE).
• Strong design and coding skills in Enterprise Java, Hibernate, Spring, Spring Boot, REST web services, JMS (ActiveMQ), XML, JSON.
• Must have good experience in Unix/Oracle/SQL.
• Experience in any communication framework (MQ) is an added advantage.
• Experience in Agile Development, Scrum, and Iterative approaches
• Participate in requirement gathering JAD sessions and support documentation
• Work with Product Management to resolve or raise queries and get query resolution on areas which are unclear, ambiguous and which need more information
• Develop high quality code as per standards, tiered coding, business layer coding, interface development and service development as needed
• Ability to solve complex software system issues.

Experience in One of below will be added advantage-
• Activiti BPM
• DROOLS Rules Engine
• Integrations with authentication protocols and Frameworks oAuth/ SAML/ LDAP/ Kerberos
• Experience with multiple integration technologies / frameworks.

EZOPS offers clients an integrated data management platform to resolve data quality, automation, and reporting challenges across the data lifecycle. The platform empowers users to transform data, setup and configure reconciliation rules, gain insights into root cause of breaks using machine learning algorithms, seamlessly setup rules via a UI for automated break remediation using BOTS and to create reports and dashboards with low I.T involvement. EZOPS has 5 global offices (San Francisco, NYC, NJ, Dublin, and Noida) and its clients include some of the largest global financial institutions.

Role Title :  VB.Net Developer

Work Experience :

1. Minimum of 1 Year experience

       2 . Frontend and back-end development expertise

Skills & Knowledge

1. Good background with SQL Databases (writing queries, optimisation, query builders usage, ORMs)
2. Troubleshooting (ability to react in the most effective manner to eliminate technical issues)
3. Solution-Making (ability to propose the most effective technical solutions)
4. Ability to work on existing live projects and do the modifications as required. 
5. Ability to work independently and in a team as well

Educational Qualification

Graduates or Undergraduate

Skill Set:

• Strong knowledge in SQL Server
• Program and develop SQL scripts, tables, views, stored procedures, functions, triggers & constraints.
• Scripting (PowerShell, shell scripting)
• Azure Database (Nice to have)
• Experience with backups, restores and recovery models.
• Familiarity with database design, documentation and coding.

 Responsibilities: 

• Configures and validates database backup routines on a regular basis.
• Establish a regular data retention plan.
• Optimizes database performance through the use of database performance tuning techniques and tools.
• Require extensive familiarity with data management principles and best practices in order to properly store, migrate, and structure data for multiple applications.

Job Title – Sr. Database Developer and DBA MS SQL Server

Job Location – Bangalore

Experience – 8 to 10 years

CTC – 10-12 LPA

Job Description

• 8-10 years of industry experience with an appropriate University technology degree (BE,BTech,MCA)
• Should have extensive Hands-on experience in managing RDBMS Production and application DBA for MS-SQL Database.
• Must be proficient in MS-SQL programming and can handle complex logic.
• Knowledge of data structure and algorithms is a plus.
• Must have good experience in SSIS and SSRS using MSSQL Sever 2016 or later
• Monitoring, maintaining, Query tuning, performance tuning, cluster management for all RDBMS Production and application (MS-SQL).
• Database server administration with focus on security, automation, tuning, optimization, and standardization of new and deployed systems.
• Be able to work as a DBA lead and individual contributor for RDBMS platform.
• Will be responsible for database server planning with regards to scalability, redundancy, and data preservation of backend systems.
• Will develop High Availability Clustered server/network RDBMS topologies.
• Write comprehensive documentation, help develop tools to monitor systems performance, and work on optimization and tuning of various systems.
• Working with Production support teams on troubleshooting Incidents on a 24x7 basis. Looking for Sr. Sql Server DBA Who Would Provide Technical Support In Analysis, Design, Testing, And Deployment Of All Database Platform.

1. Experience: 3-5 Years
2. Scripting: PowerShell and either of ( JavaScript, Python)
3. Kubernetes and docker Hands-On   
4. Good to have either (Azure / AWS ) 
5. Any of DB technologies Hands-ON: No SQL - Admin, COSMOS DB, MONGO DB, Maria DBA  
6. Good to have Analytics knowledge