Database Admin

Newark, New Jersey

Saxon Global
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What You'll Do:
  • As an AWS Cloud Database Administrator and Infrastructure as Code Developer, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality database administration services to App/Dev Teams, including provisioning, configuration, maintenance, and optimization of Amazon Redshift, Aurora PostgreSQL and Document DB Databases using Cloud Formation Templates and Terraform.
  • Will work closely with our IT teams to assess database infrastructure, identify areas for improvement, and implement effective solutions to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
  • Develop Infrastructure as Code for provisioning, configurations, and maintenance of Amazon Redshift, Document DB and Aurora PostgreSQL Databases according to best practices and requirements.
What You Bring:
  • In-depth knowledge of Amazon Redshift database administration, Document DB database administration and Aurora PostgreSQL database administration including installation, configuration, and maintenance is necessary for the position.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex database issues.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with internal teams are necessary.
  • Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as AWS CloudFormation or Terraform is a must.
  • Proficiency in scripting with Python, lambda and Step Functions.
  • Develop and implement backup and recovery strategies to safeguard critical data and minimize downtime.
  • Deep understanding of database concepts and experience with Redshift, Document DB, Aurora PostgreSQL is a must.
  • Optimize database performance through query tuning, index optimization, and database schema refinement.
  • Experience with monitoring and logging tools, particularly AWS CloudWatch is a must.
  • Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance for Database related issues and incidents.
  • Develop and implement high availability and disaster recovery solutions.
  • Experience in administration, managing and optimizing databases like Redshift, Document DB and Aurora PostgreSQL.
  • Use of CI/CD pipelines and tools like Jenkins to provision databases and develop solutions for developer Self Service.
  • Document database configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps for knowledge sharing and future reference.
Date Posted: 12 March 2025
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