Senior DBA and Data Management Lead

About Biz Acuity

Biz Acuity is on a mission to help enterprises get most out of their data by providing Business Intelligence and Data Analytics services, product development and consulting services for clients across globe in various domains / verticals.

Established in 2011, by a strong leadership team and a team of 200+ engineers, we have made a mark as a world class service provider and compete with large service providers to win business.
Biz Acuity has developed and delivered high class enterprise solutions to many medium to large clients using modern and the best technologies in the data engineering and analytics world. Our services include - Business Intelligence Consulting , Advanced Analytics, Managed Services, Data Management, Cloud Services, Technology Consulting , Application Development and Product Engineering.

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- Job Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced  Senior DBA and Data Management Lead  to join our team. This role requires a combination of technical expertise, strong leadership, and excellent communication skills. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, and maintenance of our diverse database infrastructure—including  SQL Server ,  Azure Cosmos DB, Azure SQL DB, and Microsoft Fabric environments —ensuring optimal performance, security, and availability.

Job Type:  Full Time / on Biz Acuity payroll

Location:

Hyderabad (Onsite/Work from Office, Mon-Fri)

Shift:  5AM-2PM US Central Time

Responsibilities
Database Administration
Cloud & Hybrid Management:  Manage and maintain on-premises and cloud-based database environments, with a specific focus on  Azure SQL Database  and  Azure Cosmos DB .
Solution Design:  Design, implement, and optimize scalable database solutions using Azure native services to support business requirements.
Performance:  Perform performance tuning, troubleshooting, and optimization for both relational (SQL) and No

SQL (Cosmos DB) workloads.
Maintenance:  Implement and maintain robust backup, recovery, and failover procedures for cloud and on-prem systems.
Security:  Ensure database security and compliance with industry standards across all Azure and local data stores.

Data Management & Modern Analytics
Fabric & Analytics:  Lead the adoption and management of  Microsoft Fabric  for unified data analytics, ensuring seamless integration of engineering, science, and analytics workflows.
Strategy:  Develop and implement data management strategies, including the use of  Azure Data Factory  and  Azure Synapse Analytics  for modern data warehousing.
Quality & Migration:  Oversee data quality initiatives and lead complex data migration projects to cloud platforms (Azure).

Collaboration:

Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand data requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
Team & Client Leadership
Team Management:  Manage and mentor a team of DBAs, assigning tasks and providing technical guidance on Azure technologies.
Client Relations:  Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, building strong relationships and managing expectations to deliver projects on time and within budget.
Communication:  Communicate effectively with clients, explaining complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Experience:

8+ years of experience as a DBA. Must have proven experience with  SQL Server, Azure SQL Database, and Azure Cosmos DB .
Fabric Expertise:  Hands-on experience with  Microsoft Fabric  (Data Factory, Synapse Data Engineering, etc.) is highly desirable.
Leadership:  Proven experience in managing and leading database teams.
Technical

Skills:

Strong understanding of database design, implementation, and optimization for high-throughput transactional and analytical systems.

Experience with  Azure Data Lake Storage (ADLS) ,  Azure Data Factory , and  Azure Synapse Analytics .
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Certifications:

Certifications such as Azure Database Administrator Associate or Azure Data Engineer Associate are preferred.

Preferred Skills
Scripting:  

Experience with scripting languages (Python, Power Shell) for automation.
Modelling:  Advanced knowledge of data modelling and ETL processes using Azure tools.
Governance:  

Experience with data governance tools (e.g.,  Microsoft Purview ) and compliance frameworks.
Additional Azure Tools:  Familiarity with Azure Stream Analytics, Azure Databricks, or Logic Apps is a plus.