Lead Database Administrator

Posted 5 Days Ago
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Pune, Mahārāshtra, IND
In-Office
Senior level
Artificial Intelligence • Information Technology • Analytics
The Role
Lead and support enterprise-scale SQL Server and Azure SQL environments with 24x7 production coverage. Own HA/DR, performance tuning, security, Azure networking, migrations to Azure, automation (PowerShell/Python), monitoring/alerting, cost optimization, and cross-functional SOPs to ensure operational reliability and fast incident resolution.
Summary Generated by Built In

5+ years of experience in SQL Server Database Administration.

Provide 24x7 support for critical production systems.

Work location - Pune

Strong hands-on expertise with Azure SQL Database, Managed Instance, Hyperscale.

Deep knowledge of HA/DR, performance tuning, and security.

Experience with Azure networking (Private Endpoints, VNets).

Deeps understanding of SQL performance tuning  

Experience supporting mission-critical, enterprise-scale systems.

Strong scripting/automation skills (PowerShell /Python preferred).

knowledge on AI tools/Agents is plus

Experience handling tools such as Redgate, Datadog etc.
 

Responsibilities

Responsibilities
Depth understanding of SQL Server Architecture, SQL best practices in both on premise and cloud environments
Experience with a cloud platform is must - Azure.
Provide 24x7 support for critical production systems.
Ability to multi-task and context-switch effectively between different activities and teams.
Owning, tracking and resolving database related incidents and requests, within MTTR.  
Proactive monitoring to ensure service-related issues are identified and resolved within established SLAs.
Experience with performance tuning and optimization, using native monitoring and troubleshooting tools.
Experience with SQL Always on High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) options.
Experience in implementing operational automation with PowerShell is a plus.
Knowledge of SQL Server Database internals, index management and statistics.
Experience handling tools such as Redgate, Datadog etc.
Experience with performance tuning and optimization, using native monitoring and troubleshooting tools.
Lead database migration and modernization initiatives to Azure.
Drive automation and DevOps using PowerShell, Azure Automation, CI/CD, and Infrastructure as Code.
Implement monitoring, alerting, and lead root cause analysis (RCA).
Optimize Azure SQL costs using right-sizing, elastic pools, and reserved capacity.
Adopt AI tools /Agents/third party tools for DB operations 
Lead cross-functional collaboration and maintain SOP documentation to enhance process standardization
Adopt new changes and related technologies quickly
Have excellent communication and documentation skills.    
 

Qualifications

SQL Server Database Administration, 5+ Years exp.
Azure certifications (Azure Database Administrator, Azure Solutions Architect).
Experience working with FinOps and cloud cost governance.
Experience supporting mission-critical, high-availability systems.

About Us

Icertis is the global leader in AI-powered contract intelligence. The Icertis platform revolutionizes contract management, equipping customers with powerful insights and automation to grow revenue, control costs, mitigate risk, and ensure compliance - the pillars of business success. Today, more than one third of the Fortune 100 trust Icertis to realize the full intent of millions of commercial agreements in 90+ countries.

About the Team

Who we are:  Icertis is the only contract intelligence platform companies trust to keep them out in front, now and in the future. Our unwavering commitment to contract intelligence is grounded in our FORTE values—Fairness, Openness, Respect, Teamwork and Execution—which guide all our interactions with employees, customers, partners, and stakeholders. Because in our mission to be the contract intelligence platform of the world, we believe how we get there is as important as the destination.

Icertis, Inc. provides Equal Employment Opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Icertis, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. If you are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to [email protected] or get in touch with your recruiter.


Skills Required

  • 5+ years SQL Server Database Administration experience
  • Strong hands-on expertise with Azure SQL Database, Managed Instance, Hyperscale
  • Deep knowledge of HA/DR (SQL Always On) and performance tuning
  • Experience supporting mission-critical, enterprise-scale, high-availability systems
  • Experience with Azure networking (Private Endpoints, VNets)
  • Experience with performance tuning, index management, and statistics
  • Experience with Redgate and Datadog (or similar DB/monitoring tools)
  • Experience leading database migration and modernization initiatives to Azure
  • Experience with DevOps practices: Azure Automation, CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code
  • Azure certifications (Azure Database Administrator, Azure Solutions Architect)
  • Experience with FinOps and cloud cost governance (right-sizing, elastic pools, reserved capacity)
  • Strong scripting/automation skills (PowerShell / Python)
  • Knowledge of AI tools/agents for DB operations
  • Ability to provide 24x7 support for critical production systems

Icertis Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Icertis and has not been reviewed or approved by Icertis.

  • Fair & Transparent Compensation Pay is described as competitive in select roles and markets, and bands for functions like sales and engineering often track broader tech‑market levels. This points to compensation that can align well with market for certain functions and geographies.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) with company match is employer‑verified in the U.S., indicating solid retirement benefits in core markets. This provides a clear foundation of long‑term financial support.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Vacation and paid time off are employer‑verified in the U.S., and programs such as “7 Days for Humanity” and an additional July 4th break extend time‑off options. Together these elements reflect a broad mix of leave offerings beyond standard PTO.

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The Company
HQ: Bellevue, WA
1,746 Employees
Year Founded: 2009

What We Do

With unmatched technology and category-defining innovation, Icertis pushes the boundaries of what’s possible with contract lifecycle management (CLM). The AI-powered, analyst-validated Icertis Contract Intelligence (ICI) platform turns contracts from static documents into strategic advantage by structuring and connecting the critical contract information that defines how an organization runs. Today, the world’s most iconic brands and disruptive innovators trust Icertis to fully realize the intent of their combined 10 million+ contracts worth more than $1 trillion, in 40+ languages and 90+ countries.

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