Responsibilities

· Assess existing on-premises SQL database environments to identify migration requirements, constraints, and dependencies.

· Implement migration strategies to Azure SQL (IaaS, PaaS), considering factors such as database size, complexity, performance, and compatibility.

· Plan and execute database migration while minimizing downtime and ensuring data integrity.

· Configure and optimize Azure SQL (IaaS, PaaS) settings, including resource allocation, security configurations, and high availability features.

· Collaborate with architects, developers, infrastructure engineers, and other stakeholders to coordinate migration activities and resolve migration-related issues.

· Develop and maintain documentation, including migration plans, procedures, and post-migration configurations.

· Monitor database performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement performance tuning techniques to ensure optimal database performance and resource utilization.





· Implement and enforce security best practices for Azure SQL, including access control, encryption, and compliance requirements.

· Implement and maintain database backup and disaster recovery solutions to ensure data protection and business continuity.

Requirements

· Migrate SQL DBs from on-Prem to Azure SQL (VM, MI and DB) via Azure Data Studio and Backup/Restore

· Migrate SSRS/SSAS/SSIS DBs

· Migrate TDE from on-Prem to Azure key vault

· Setup hybrid workplace (Apps on Azure, DBs on-Prem)

· Should have worked extensively in setting up AlwaysOn Availability groups within and across Azure regions

· Migrate Logins, SQL Jobs, Linked Servers

· Configure DB Mail and notifications/alerts

· Experience in Azure Site Recovery for SQL

📌 Lead Administrator (SQL, Azure) (Melbourne)
🏢 XPT Software Australia Pty
📍 Melbourne