Senior Database Architect

We are seeking an experienced Senior Database Architect with 15+ years of hands-on expertise in designing and executing enterprise-scale database migration projects from on-premises environments to Microsoft Azure Cloud. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in database architecture, migration strategy, performance tuning, modernization, and Azure ecosystem technologies while working closely with Architecture, DevOps, and Application teams.

Key Responsibilities

Database Architecture & Migration

Lead end-to-end database migration initiatives from on-premises environments to Azure Cloud.

Design and implement migration strategies ensuring minimal downtime and business continuity.

Perform hands-on migration execution, not just architectural planning.

Handle schema conversion, dependency analysis, compatibility assessments, and remediation.

Validate migrated data through reconciliation and integrity checks.

Optimize migrated databases for performance, scalability, availability, and cost efficiency.

Resolve migration-related issues such as performance degradation, system instability, and resource utilization challenges.

Database Administration

Manage databases including:

Microsoft SQL Server

MySQL

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Design High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) solutions.

Define backup, recovery, and business continuity strategies.

Perform capacity planning, performance tuning, and scalability assessments.

Collaboration & Support

Collaborate with Architects, DevOps Engineers, and Application Development teams.

Troubleshoot production issues and provide critical support during migration activities.

Drive enterprise-scale database modernization initiatives.

Required Skills

Extensive experience in on-premises to Azure Cloud database migration.

Strong knowledge of:

Microsoft SQL Server

MySQL

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Database Architecture & Modernization

Capacity Planning & Scalability

High Availability (HA) & Disaster Recovery (DR)

Backup & Recovery Strategies

Performance Tuning & Optimization

Schema Conversion & Data Validation

Production Support & Troubleshooting

Azure Cloud Services

DevOps collaboration and best practices

Good to Have

Azure Data Factory (ADF)

ETL/ELT Pipeline Development

Self-hosted Integration Runtime (SHIR)

SSIS Integration Runtime (Legacy Migration)

Terraform for Infrastructure Provisioning

Cloud-native Integration Patterns

Multi-cloud exposure (Azure, AWS, GCP)

GitHub Actions

CI/CD Pipeline implementation

Preferred Qualifications

Proven experience leading enterprise-scale database migration and modernization programs.

Strong understanding of Azure ecosystem and cloud migration best practices.

Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Experience working in Agile and DevOps environments.

Key Competencies

Database Architecture

Azure Cloud Migration

Performance Optimization

Disaster Recovery Planning

Database Modernization

Enterprise Migration Strategy

Cross-functional Collaboration

Production Support

Leadership & Mentoring

This role is ideal for a seasoned database professional who can architect, plan, and execute complex multi-platform database migrations while ensuring high availability, optimal performance, and seamless transition to the Azure Cloud ecosystem.

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Noida, Uttar Pradesh (Noida)