Database Administrator (DBA) – Microsoft Fabric Specialist

Job Title: Database Administrator (DBA) – Microsoft Fabric SpecialistExperience Required: Minimum 5 years overall experience

Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Database Administrator (DBA) with strong expertise in Microsoft Fabric to design, implement, optimize, and manage modern data platforms. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in database administration combined with hands-on experience in cloud-based data solutions, data integration, and analytics within the Microsoft Fabric ecosystem.Key Responsibilities:

• Design, deploy, and maintain scalable data architectures using Microsoft Fabric
• Administer and optimize databases, data warehouses, and lakehouses for performance and reliability
• Manage data ingestion, transformation, and orchestration pipelines
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement tuning strategies
• Ensure data security, governance, and compliance across platforms
• Collaborate with data engineers, analysts, and business stakeholders to deliver data solutions
• Implement backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies
• Automate routine DBA tasks and deployments using scripting and DevOps practices
• Stay current with emerging features and best practices in Microsoft Fabric and related technologies

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a DBA or in a similar data management role
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Fabric (including Lakehouse, Data Warehouse, and Data Factory components)
• Strong knowledge of SQL, performance tuning, and database optimization
• Experience with cloud platforms, preferably Microsoft Azure
• Familiarity with ETL/ELT processes and data pipeline development
• Understanding of data modeling, indexing strategies, and query optimization
• Experience with monitoring and troubleshooting tools
• Knowledge of security, access control, and compliance standards

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Power BI integration and analytics workflows
• Familiarity with big data technologies and distributed systems
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code
• Microsoft certifications related to Azure or Fabric are a plus

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

Location: Remote