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Hired by Matrix • Newark, NJ 07102 • Posted 1 day ago
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As a Database Administrator Specialist at Hired by Matrix, 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. You will work closely with IT teams to assess database infrastructure, identify areas for improvement, and implement effective solutions to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality database administration services to App/Dev Teams.
- Provision, configure, maintain, and optimize Amazon Redshift, Aurora PostgreSQL, and Document DB Databases using Cloud Formation Templates and Terraform.
- Work closely with IT teams to assess database infrastructure and implement solutions for optimal performance and reliability.
- Develop Infrastructure as Code for provisioning, configuration, and maintenance of databases according to best practices and requirements.
- Develop and implement backup and recovery strategies to safeguard critical data and minimize downtime.
- Optimize database performance through query tuning, index optimization, and database schema refinement.
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance for Database related issues and incidents.
- Develop and implement high availability and disaster recovery solutions.
- Use 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.
Qualifications
Required
- In-depth knowledge of Amazon Redshift database administration, Document DB database administration, and Aurora PostgreSQL database administration.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as AWS CloudFormation or Terraform.
- Proficiency in scripting with Python, lambda, and Step Functions.
- Deep understanding of database concepts and experience with Redshift, DocumentDB, Aurora PostgreSQL.
- Experience with monitoring and logging tools, particularly AWS CloudWatch.
- Experience in administration, managing and optimizing databases like Redshift, DocumentDB, and Aurora PostgreSQL.
Full Job Description
Do you want more than just another job? Are you ready to team up with an organization that values your contributions? Then Hired by Matrix is for you!
Working with some of the US' premier companies, we excel at connecting candidates with positive cultures and dynamic teams. We even go the extra mile with our signature Consultant Appreciation Program (CAP) to help them in their future job searches.
Hired by Matrix has provided talent solutions to enhance organizations' team capacities for over three decades. As a full-service search firm, we partner with companies across industries, including Financial Services, Fintech, Consumer Goods and Services, Security and Logistics, Pharmaceutical / Biotech, Technology, Automotive, Engineering, and Healthcare.
At-a-Glance:
Are you ready to build your career by joining a global financial company? If so, our client is hiring a Database Administrator Specialist!
What You'll Do:
Get in Touch:
We want to hear from you! If you think you'd be a good match, submit your resume and reach out to Prakash at
Who We Are:
Since 1986, Hired by Matrix, Inc. has improved our candidates' lives with exciting job opportunities that provide outstanding career advancement. Hired by Matrix offers our contract professionals competitive salaries, benefits after 60 days, and a 401k option with a company match after one year.
Hired by Matrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer and proud to be certified as both a Woman-Owned Business Enterprise and a Woman-Owned Small Business.
Connect with us on LinkedIn today and learn more about how HbM can change your career:
Check out our Career Center:
Working with some of the US' premier companies, we excel at connecting candidates with positive cultures and dynamic teams. We even go the extra mile with our signature Consultant Appreciation Program (CAP) to help them in their future job searches.
Hired by Matrix has provided talent solutions to enhance organizations' team capacities for over three decades. As a full-service search firm, we partner with companies across industries, including Financial Services, Fintech, Consumer Goods and Services, Security and Logistics, Pharmaceutical / Biotech, Technology, Automotive, Engineering, and Healthcare.
At-a-Glance:
Are you ready to build your career by joining a global financial company? If so, our client is hiring a Database Administrator Specialist!
What You'll Do:
- As an AWS Cloud Database Adminsitrator and Infrasturcture 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 Infrastructire as Code for provsioning, configurations, and maintenance of Amazon Redshift, Document DB and Aurora PostgreSQL Databases according to best practices and requirements.
- 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, DocumentDB, 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, DocumentDB 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.
Get in Touch:
We want to hear from you! If you think you'd be a good match, submit your resume and reach out to Prakash at
(862) 895-5283
to learn more.Who We Are:
Since 1986, Hired by Matrix, Inc. has improved our candidates' lives with exciting job opportunities that provide outstanding career advancement. Hired by Matrix offers our contract professionals competitive salaries, benefits after 60 days, and a 401k option with a company match after one year.
Hired by Matrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer and proud to be certified as both a Woman-Owned Business Enterprise and a Woman-Owned Small Business.
Connect with us on LinkedIn today and learn more about how HbM can change your career:
Check out our Career Center:
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