Devops Engineer

Duties and Responsibilities

• Design and manage SQL Server database architecture including high availability (AlwaysOn, Log Shipping, Mirroring), replication, and capacity planning
• Own advanced database performance optimization — query tuning, index strategy, partitioning, and resource utilization
• Design, build, and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated build, test, and deployment workflows across environments
• Architect, deploy, and manage on-premises platform infrastructure including Redis clusters, MinIO storage, Kafka brokers, and Docker containers
• Architect and maintain disaster recovery procedures, validate RPO/RTO, and conduct regular DR testing
• Evaluate, prototype, and introduce new technologies — including platform services (Redis, MinIO, Kafka, RabbitMQ) — in on-premises environments
• Cook up with Software Engineers on database design, schema optimization, and deployment strategies
• Provide oversight of Linux and Windows server infrastructure and security compliance
• Lead root cause analysis and remediation for critical database and infrastructure incidents
• Define and maintain database standards, naming conventions, and operational procedures for the team
• Support compliance audits and ensure database systems meet regulatory and corporate security requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• SQL Server architecture — high availability, performance tuning, and capacity planning
• T-SQL optimization, indexing strategies, query plan analysis, and database internals
• CI/CD pipeline design and maintenance (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps Pipelines)
• Linux (RHEL/Ubuntu) and Windows Server administration
• Database disaster recovery planning, testing, and execution
• Docker containerization in on-premises environments
• Micrsoft certifications in SQL Server or Azure Data (DP-300, or equivalent)
• Hands-on experience with on-premises platform services (Redis, MinIO, Kafka, RabbitMQ, Elasticsearch)
• Experience with database automation using PowerShell, dbatools, or similar scripting tools
• Experience with other database platforms (PostgreSQL, Oracle) in addition to SQL Server
• Knowledge of ITIL framework and service management practices

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related technical discipline
• 3+ years of experience in database administration with hands-on SQL Server and CI/CD pipeline expertise
• Master’s degree or relevant certifications
• 5+ years with experience managing on-premises platform infrastructure at scale