AWS Database Administrator (DBA)

Experient Group
Atlanta, GA Contractor
POSTED ON 3/8/2024
AWS Database Administrator (DBA)

Work With Us
At Experient Group, we value community, collaboration and people who are willing to roll up their sleeves to get the job done. While functional and technical skills are critical, we place a priority on hiring people who match our values. Our philosophy is simple: we attract and hire talented people, then provide them with a supportive community, career opportunities and guidance from our experienced leadership so they can thrive. In short, we strive to serve our people better than anyone else. 

We are seeking a skilled AWS Database Administrator proficient in managing and optimizing databases on the AWS platform.  The ideal candidate will have expertise in Postgres, Redshift, and DynamoDB, with a focus on performance tuning both platforms and queries.

What You'll Do
  • Manage and maintain Postgres, Redshift and DynamoDB databases on AWS.
  • Optimize database performance through configuration tuning, index optimization, and query optimization.
  • Implement and manage database backups, replication, and disaster recovery strategies.
  • Monitor database health and performance metrics, proactively identifying and resolving issues.
  • Collaborate with development and operations teams to design and implement database solutions that meet performance and scalability requirements.
  • Stay updated on AWS database technologies and best practices, recommending and implementing improvements as necessary.
  • Automate repetitive tasks and processes to improve efficiency and reliability.
  • Provide technical guidance and support junior members of the team.
What You'll Bring
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
  • 5 years of proven experience as a DBA, specifically in AWS environments
  • Proficiency in managing Postgres, Redshift, and DynamoDB databases.
  • Strong understanding of database performance tuning techniques and best practices.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Self starter to learn on own.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
  • AWS certification(s) such as AWS Certified Database – Specialty is a plus.

Location:  Candidates must be based in the Atlanta, GA metro area.  Work location will be hybrid.  Mostly remote but expected to be onsite 1-2 days per week

About Us
Experient Group is an Atlanta-based business IT consultancy that offers flexible and innovative solutions tailored to our clients' business environment, culture and budget. We don't assume anything - we set out to continually prove ourselves by going above and beyond in every client engagement. We work collaboratively to understand our clients' business and provide guidance that enables them to achieve results. 

Experient Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected status.

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