Telecom Database Admin

Overview

On Site
Depends on Experience
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2

Skills

Apache Cassandra
PostgreSQL
Python
Cosmos-Db
Backup
Recovery
SQL Azure
Azure Monitor
Log Analytics

Job Details

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Job Title : Telecom DataBase Admin

Location : Dallas, TX

Duration : Long term Contract

Must Have Skills

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Database Administrator (DBA) with strong expertise in PostgreSQL, Apache Cassandra, and Cosmos DB. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience managing and optimizing databases in large-scale, high-availability environments. In addition, familiarity with Azure SQL Server, Azure Data Explorer (ADX), and Apache Solr is a plus. The candidate should be highly skilled in Python scripting for automation and optimization tasks, and have solid experience working with Azure cloud platforms.

Responsibilities:

Administer, configure, and maintain Postgres, Apache Cassandra, and Cosmos DB databases.

Perform installation, upgrades, backup, recovery, monitoring, and performance tuning.

Develop and maintain Python scripts for automation, monitoring, and data management.

Ensure high availability, scalability, and security of database systems.

Troubleshoot and resolve database issues, ensuring minimal downtime.

Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to support application integration with databases.

Work with Azure cloud services for database hosting, scaling, and management.

Provide recommendations on capacity planning, database design, and performance improvements.

Exposure to Azure SQL Server, ADX, and Apache Solr will be an added advantage.

Requirements:

5 8 years of professional experience as a DBA.

Strong hands-on expertise with PostgreSQL, Apache Cassandra, and Cosmos DB.

Good working knowledge of Azure SQL Server, ADX, and Apache Solr (nice to have).

Proficiency in Python scripting for automation and operational efficiency.

Experience with Azure cloud platforms and database services.

Strong understanding of database architecture, replication, clustering, partitioning, and indexing.

Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Strong communication and collaboration skills to work in cross-functional teams.

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