Database Administrator
The DBA will lead the migration of on-premises databases to Microsoft Azure, including assessment, planning, and execution. They are also responsible for performance optimization, validation, and post-migration stabilization support.
- Hybrid
- Toronto, ON
- Posted Aug 27, 2026
- Apply by Sep 26, 2026
- 1 position
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Job summary
Job Title: DBA Location: Toronto, ON Hybrid Job Type: Full-Time Permanent The DBA will support enterprise migration projects involving the migration of databases from on-premises environments to Microsoft Azure. The role is responsible for database assessment, migration planning, execution, validation, performance optimization, and post-migration support. Key Responsibilities • Assess source databases and identify migration readiness gaps. • Plan and execute SQL Server migrations to Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and SQL Server on Azure VMs. • Perform schema, data, and application compatibility assessments. • Use Azure Database Migration Service (DMS) and related migration tools. • Implement backup, recovery, high availability, and disaster recovery solutions. • Monitor and tune database performance during and after migration. • Develop migration runbooks, rollback plans, and validation procedures. • Collaborate with application, infrastructure, networking, and security teams. • Ensure compliance with security, governance, and operational standards. • Support production cutovers and post-migration stabilization activities. Required Skills • Strong SQL Server DBA experience. • Experience with Azure SQL Database, Managed Instance, and Azure Virtual Machines. • Knowledge of Always On Availability Groups, replication, clustering, backup and recovery. • Experience with performance tuning, indexing, and query optimization. • Hands-on experience with Azure Database Migration Service (DMS). • T-SQL, PowerShell, and automation scripting skills. • Knowledge of database security, encryption, and auditing. Qualifications • Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline. • 5+ years of database administration experience. • Experience in cloud migration or database modernization projects. Preferred Qualifications • Microsoft Azure certifications such as DP-300, AZ-104, or AZ-305. • Experience with PostgreSQL, Oracle, or MySQL migrations. • Previous experience in large-scale enterprise transformation programs.
What you’ll do
The DBA will lead the migration of on-premises databases to Microsoft Azure, including assessment, planning, and execution. They are also responsible for performance optimization, validation, and post-migration stabilization support.
Requirements
Candidates must have over 5 years of database administration experience and a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field. Proficiency in Azure SQL services and the Azure Database Migration Service is required.
Other relevant skills
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- SQL Server
- Azure SQL Database
- Azure SQL Managed Instance
- Azure Virtual Machines
- Azure Database Migration Service
- T-SQL
- PowerShell
- Performance Tuning
- Always On Availability Groups
- Database Security
- Backup and Recovery
- Automation Scripting
Job areas
- Data & Analytics
- Technology
- Software
- Engineering
- Consulting
Additional details
- Minimum education
- Bachelor’s degree
- Minimum experience
- 5+ years
- Apply by
- Sep 26, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Mid-Senior level
- Application method
- Direct apply is available