Assistant Lead Engineer - Database Developer (Software Development) (Ref 26357)

Responsibilities • Lead migration and conversion of on-premises / cloud databases (MSSQL, Oracle) to PostgreSQL on cloud-managed database services • Design, develop, and optimize SQL queries, stored procedures, triggers, and functions in at least one of: MSSQL, Oracle, or PostgreSQL • Collaborate with application teams to ensure seamless integration, data integrity, and minimal downtime during migrations • Ensure database code meets performance, security, and coding standards • Diagnose and resolve performance bottlenecks (query plans, indexing, I/O, memory utilization) • Implement indexing strategies, partitioning, and query optimization techniques tailored to MSSQL, Oracle, or PostgreSQL on cloud-managed platforms • Monitor and fine-tune performance post-migration using native cloud tools • Configure and manage cloud-managed database services across AWS and Azure for MSSQL, Oracle, and PostgreSQL workloads • Implement backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies aligned to RPO/RTO objectives • Design and support high availability and scalability patterns • Enforce security (encryption, IAM roles, least privilege) and governance best practices • Maintain migration runbooks, schema mappings, and conversion logic • Produce reports on migration progress, performance metrics, and cost optimization • Communicate updates and risks clearly to stakeholders • Implement database security policies and access controls • Stay current with security threats and apply patches/updates as needed Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field with 8–10 years of experience in database development and migration for MSSQL, Oracle, and PostgreSQL • Must have hands-on experience as a database developer with strong skills in SQL programming • Proficiency in SQL, T-SQL, PL/SQL, and scripting languages • Strong understanding of database design principles • Experience with database performance tuning and optimization • Knowledge of database security and compliance requirements • Exposure to database administration tasks on MSSQL, Oracle, or PostgreSQL is preferable • Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team • Effective communication and documentation skills • Proven experience in database conversion from MSSQL and Oracle to PostgreSQL in cloud environments • Strong knowledge of database architecture, design principles, and performance tuning • Hands-on experience with cloud-managed database services (AWS RDS/Aurora, Azure SQL Database, Azure Database for PostgreSQL) • Experience with data migration and movement tools, including on-premises database tools (e.g., Backup utilities, Data Pump) and cloud services (e.g., AWS DMS, AWS Glue, AWS Athena) • Familiarity with DevOps tools and automation for database deployments (PowerShell, Git, CI/CD pipelines) • Understanding of cloud infrastructure components (networking, load balancers, virtualization) and commercial cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) • Experience supporting high-availability production systems in cloud environments is advantageous • Software development experience in any programming language is a plus • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with a service excellence attitude • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with Senior Application DBAs and application teams • Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interaction with technical and business stakeholders • Certifications in MSSQL, Oracle and PostgreSQL database developer • Experience with cloud-based database services (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure Database) • Experience on database migration and replication technologies Licence no: 12C6060