Role Overview
Gateway Search is hiring a senior-level SQL Server+Linux. This is a full-time hybrid role, based in Bengaluru. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
We have been retained by a leading enterprise-level mobile strategy software service provider to hire someone with expertise in SQL Server+Linux with 8+ years of experience
Experience in migrating to SQL Server on Linux. Please confirm if you have configured files on Linux.
Core Responsibilities
Customer Architecture & Advisory
- Act as a trusted advisor for enterprise customers migrating SQL Server workloads to Linux
- Lead technical discussions with customer architects, DBAs, infrastructure, and application teams
- Translate business and technical requirements into migration architecture and execution guidance
- Provide design validation, best practices, and risk mitigation strategies
- SQL on Linux Migration Architecture
- Lead end‑to‑end SQL Server on Linux migration engagements, including:
- Discovery and workload assessment
- Migration strategy selection (rehost, re‑platform, modernize)
- Architecture design and readiness validation
- Define migration approaches for:
- SQL Server on Windows → SQL Server on Linux
- On‑prem → Cloud / Hybrid Linux environments
- Design migration waves, cutover plans, rollback strategies, and success criteria
- SQL Server on Linux Technical Expertise
Linux
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.10 (Ootpa)
SQL Server 2022
CU23 16.0.4236.2
SQL Server 2019
CU32 15.0.4455.2
SQL Server on Linux Expertise
- Deep hands-on expertise with Microsoft SQL Server on Linux (2019 / 2022)
- Design and implementation:
- SQL Server installation and configuration on Linux
- Backup, restore, and maintenance plans on Linux
- Performance tuning and query optimization
- Architect High Availability & Disaster Recovery solutions:
- Always On Availability Groups on Linux
- Backup-based and geo-redundant DR strategies
Security architecture:
- Authentication and authorization models
- Transparent Data Encryption (TDE)
- Certificate management and encryption at rest/in transit
- Linux Platform & Infrastructure Advisory
- Strong understanding of Linux platforms (RHEL, Ubuntu, SUSE)
Guide customers on:
- OS sizing, storage, and I/O architecture for SQL workloads
- Filesystem selection and tuning
- OS‑level security, patching, and hardening
- Support troubleshooting across SQL Server + Linux OS layers
- Linux Platform & OS Architecture
- Strong Linux administration experience (RHEL
- OS and infrastructure readiness assessments for SQL workloads:
- CPU, memory, storage, I/O sizing
- NUMA and filesystem selection (XFS / EXT4)
Proficiency with:
- Systemd, cron, Linux networking
- Bash scripting and automation
- Linux security and compliance:
- SELinux, firewalld
- OS hardening and patching strategies
- Cloud & Hybrid Enablement
- Architect SQL on Linux solutions in Azure and hybrid environments
- Advise customers on:
- SQL on Linux running on Azure Virtual Machines
- Hybrid scenarios using Azure Arc
Partner with cloud teams to ensure:
- Secure networking, identity, and access design
- Cost optimization and performance efficiency
- Identify opportunities for modernization and expansion aligned to customer goals
- Automation, DevOps & Modern Practices
- Automate deployment and migration workflows using:
- Bash / PowerShell
Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM, Bicep – preferred)
- CI/CD integration for database deployments
- Exposure to containerized SQL workloads (Docker on Linux)
- Monitoring and observability integration post-migration
Certifications & Background (Preferred)
- Microsoft SQL Server / Azure certifications
- Linux administration certifications (RHCSA/RHCE – preferred)
- Prior experience as Database Architect, Cloud Architect, or Migration Lead
Interested please connect directly
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the SQL Server+Linux position at Gateway Search?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Gateway Search. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Is the SQL Server+Linux role at Gateway Search remote or in-office?
This is a hybrid role based in Bengaluru. Expect a mix of in-office and remote days, with the specific cadence set by the hiring manager.
What does a SQL Server+Linux at Gateway Search earn?
Gateway Search has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the SQL Server+Linux role at Gateway Search posted?
This role was posted on April 8, 2026 (74 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
How much experience does the SQL Server+Linux role at Gateway Search require?
This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. Gateway Search lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.
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