What are the responsibilities and job description for the Database Administrator - Team Lead position at Ideagen?
About Us
Location - Hyderabad, India
Department - Product R&D
Level - SME
Working Pattern - Work from office.
Benefits - Benefits at Ideagen
Salary - this will be discussed at the next stage of the process, if you do have any questions, please feel free to reach out!
We are seeking a highly skilled technical leader to head our DBA team. This role is focused on advanced technical responsibilities and team leadership and mentoring. The ideal candidate will demonstrate deep expertise in multiple database platforms, performance optimization, and high-availability solutions, while guiding a small team toward operational excellence.
Responsibilities
Technical Responsibilities
- Architect, install, configure, and maintain enterprise-grade databases across platforms (Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, MySQL).
- Lead performance tuning initiatives: query optimization, index/partition strategies, and database parameter tuning.
- Implement robust backup/recovery strategies and disaster recovery plans using RMAN and other tools.
- Manage high-availability solutions including Oracle RAC, Data Guard, replication, and failover mechanisms.
- Ensure database security through encryption (TDE), auditing, and compliance with GDPR/HIPAA.
- Oversee capacity planning, storage optimization, and SLA compliance.
- Collaborate with DevOps and CloudOps teams for CI/CD integration and automation using tools like Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform.
- Troubleshoot complex issues, conduct root cause analysis, and implement preventive measures.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation for configurations, standards, and operational procedures.
Leadership Responsibilities
- Mentor and coach a team of DBAs, fostering technical growth and best practices.
- Provide constructive feedback and career development guidance.
- Coordinate workload distribution and ensure timely delivery of projects.
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders on database health, incidents, and strategic initiatives.
Skills and Experience
- Expert-level proficiency in at least two major database platforms (Relational: Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL and NoSQL like MongoDB, Redis).
- 8–12 years of progressive experience in database administration, with a proven track record of transformative leadership and collaborative excellence.
- Strong knowledge of cloud database services (AWS RDS, Azure SQL, OCI).
- Hands-on experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and automation tools.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with monitoring tools (New Relic, DataDog, SolarWinds).
- Knowledge of SaaS architecture and security best practices.
About Ideagen
Ideagen is the invisible force behind many things we rely on every day - from keeping airplanes soaring in the sky, to ensuring the food on our tables is safe, to helping doctors and nurses care for the sick. So, when you think of Ideagen, think of it as the silent teammate that's always working behind the scenes to help those people who make our lives safer and better. Everyday millions of people are kept safe using Ideagen software. We have offices all over the world including America, Australia, Malaysia and India with people doing lots of different and exciting jobs.
We’re building a future-ready team, and AI is part of how we work smarter. If you're curious, adaptable and open to using AI to improve how you work, you’ll thrive at Ideagen!
What is next?
If your application meets the requirements for this role, our Talent Acquisition team will be in touch to guide you through the next steps.
To ensure a flexible and inclusive process, please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments by contacting us at recruitment@ideagen.com. All matters will be treated with strict confidence.
At Ideagen, we value the importance of work-life balance and welcome candidates seeking flexible or part-time working arrangements. If this is something you are interested in, please let us know during the application process.
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