AWS Database Administrator

Job Title: AWS Database Administrator Duration: (6+ Months Contract) Location: Remote/New York Hours (Need candidate only from EST) We are seeking an experienced Database Administrator (DBA) contractor for a 6-month engagement. This position is highly visible, with any potential extension contingent on demonstrated progress and business review. The successful candidate will play a key role in optimizing and supporting our AWS-based database landscape and must be comfortable working independently and directly with multiple teams. Key Responsibilities: Database Administration and AWS Support • Support and manage AWS database environments, including: • Aurora PostgreSQL • Aurora MySQL • RDS PostgreSQL • RDS MySQL • RDS MariaDB • Execute database instances consolidation and standardization of maintenance plans. • Enhance monitoring and alerting systems. • Implement and improve security and access controls. • Address and support specific application requirements as needed, ensuring that applications are following database best practices. Management & Communication • Effectively communicate, plan, and schedule database changes, considering squad/team impacts. • Maintain accurate database inventory and application inventory per database. • Produce regular database services metrics and reports. • Coordinate closely with individual teams and stakeholders to ensure smooth database operations and changes. Personal Attributes: • Self-starter with strong self-management skills and a proactive approach to overcoming obstacles. • Effective communicator, comfortable interacting directly with various teams and stakeholders. • Available to work standard New York business hours. Experience & Skills Required: • Proven experience in AWS database services administration and optimization. • Strong DBA skills, including consolidation, monitoring, alerting, and security best practices. • Hands-on experience with AWS Database Migration Service (DMS) for migrating cloud databases. • Demonstrated management and coordination abilities, including inventory and metrics reporting. • Experience supporting application-specific database requirements and ensuring adherence to database best practices. Apply tot his job