Maheswar Balani

About Maheswar Balani

Experienced Database Administrator with 4.6+ years of hands-on experience managing and optimizing mission-critical PostgreSQL and MySQL databases across on-premises and cloud environments. I specialize in high availability, disaster recovery, performance tuning, and database security, ensuring reliable and scalable data platforms.I have led end-to-end database lifecycle initiatives including setup, migration, upgrades, and production support, with a strong focus on system stability, performance, and data integrity. Core Expertise & AchievementsAdministered and optimized PostgreSQL & MySQL databases in production environmentsDesigned and implemented High Availability & Disaster Recovery (HA/DR) solutionsExecuted database migrations and version upgrades with minimal or zero downtimePerformed performance tuning, indexing strategies, and capacity planning to improve query efficiencyBuilt and maintained backup, recovery, and monitoring solutions to ensure business continuityImplemented database security, auditing, and compliance best practicesSupported databases on cloud platforms (Google Cloud) and on-prem environmentsCollaborated with application, infrastructure, and DevOps teams for troubleshooting and incident resolutionMentored junior DBAs and documented standard operating procedures (SOPs) What I Bring Strong ownership of production databases Proactive performance and stability mindset Clear communication with cross-functional teams Passion for building resilient, high-performance data systems Open to Database Administrator / PostgreSQL DBA opportunitiesHappy to connect and discuss how I can help improve database performance, availability, and reliability.

Experience

1. Technology Analyst

   Infosys

   Mar 2025 — Present

Education

• Godavari Institute of Engineering & Technology (GIET), NH-5, Chaitanya nagar, Velaguvanda Village, Rajanagaram(M),Rajahmundry,PIN- 533296 (CC-55)

  Bachelor of Technology, Mechanical Engineering

  2015 — 2019