Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and forward-thinking Database Architect to design, implement, and manage enterprise-grade database solutions across both Azure Cloud and on-premises infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in relational, NoSQL, graph, vector databases & related tools, and will play a key role in shaping the data strategy, ensuring scalability, performance, and security across all platforms.

Key Responsibilities

Architecture & Design

• Design and implement scalable, secure, and high-performance database solutions across Azure and on-premises environments.
• Develop data models and schemas for structured and unstructured data.
• Architect hybrid data solutions integrating cloud-native services with legacy systems.

SQL Server Database & Azure Cloud

• Extensive experience in SQL Server and SQL Server Database Administration on Azure cloud and on-premise.
• Extensive experience on Azure cloud technologies at intermediate or advanced level.

Database Technologies

• Lead implementation and optimization of databases including:
• Relational: SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Oracle
• Cloud-native: Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, SQL Server on Azure Virtual Machines (IaaS), Cosmos DB
• Graph: Neo4j, Azure Cosmos DB (Gremlin API)
• Vector: Milvus, Azure AI Search (vector capabilities)

Migration & Modernization

• Lead end-to-end migration of on-premises databases to Azure, including assessment, planning, execution, and validation.
• Modernize legacy database platforms using Azure-native services such as Azure SQL, Cosmos DB, and Azure Synapse.
• Utilize tools like Azure Migrate, Data Migration Assistant (DMA), and Database Migration Service (DMS).
• Ensure minimal downtime and data integrity during migrations.

Azure Arc Integration

• Extend Azure management and governance to on-premises and multi-cloud database environments using Azure Arc.
• Enable unified policy, security, and monitoring across hybrid data assets.
• Deploy and manage Azure-enabled SQL Server and PostgreSQL instances outside Azure using Azure Arc.

Azure VMware Solution (AVS)

• Architect and manage database workloads within Azure VMware Solution (AVS) environments.
• Migrate and optimize SQL Server and other database workloads on AVS using best practices for high availability and performance.
• Leverage AVS components such as vSphere, vSAN, NSX-T, and vCenter for hybrid cloud database operations.
• Integrate AVS-hosted databases with Azure-native services and ensure compliance with enterprise security standards.

Cloud Integration & Monitoring

• Leverage Azure services such as Azure Synapse, Azure Data Factory, and Azure Monitor for data orchestration and observability.
• Use Kusto Query Language (KQL) to build custom dashboards and reports in Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights.

Performance & Optimization

• Conduct performance tuning, indexing strategies, and query optimization.
• Monitor and troubleshoot database performance across environments.

Security & Compliance

• Ensure data security, encryption, and compliance with industry standards.
• Implement role-based access control and auditing mechanisms.

Collaboration & Leadership

• Work closely with data engineers, software developers, and DevOps teams.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior database staff.

Skill Requirements

• Proven experience with Azure Cloud, Azure Arc, and Azure VMware Solution (AVS).
• Strong knowledge of Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and Cosmos DB.
• Hands-on experience migrating and modernizing on-premises databases to Azure.
• Familiarity with graph databases (e.g., Neo4j, Gremlin) and vector databases (e.g., Milvus, Azure AI Search).
• Proficiency in Kusto Query Language (KQL) for Azure resource monitoring and reporting.
• Proficiency with CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Ansible and Microsoft ADO Pipelines.

Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

Other Requirements

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Oracle Certified Professional (OCP)