Database Administrator, Oracle/Cloud

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We are seeking a skilled and experienced Database Administrator to join our team, specializing in cloud-based database technologies. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, and other AWS/Azure database services. This role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining secure, scalable database solutions in cloud environments while ensuring optimal performance, reliability, cost effectiveness, and compliance with industry standards.

Database Design and Implementation
Design, deploy, and manage PostgreSQL databases in cloud environments (AWS RDS, Aurora, and some Azure Database for PostgreSQL)
Implement and maintain DynamoDB tables with appropriate partition keys, indexes, and capacity planning
Configure and manage other AWS database services including Aurora, Redshift, DocumentDB, and ElastiCache
Deploy and maintain Azure database services such as Cosmos DB, SQL Database, and Azure Cache for Redis
Design database schemas, tables, indexes, and stored procedures to optimize performance and scalability
Database Administration and Maintenance
Monitor database performance, capacity, and availability across multiple cloud platforms
Implement automated backup and disaster recovery strategies using cloud-native tools
Perform database tuning, optimization, and troubleshooting to ensure optimal performance
Manage database security including access controls, encryption at rest and in transit, and compliance requirements
Execute database migrations, upgrades, and patches with minimal downtime
Implement and maintain database monitoring and alerting systems using CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, and third-party tool
Cloud Infrastructure Management
Collaborate with DevOps teams to implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform.
Configure and manage VPCs, subnets, security groups, and network access controls for database security
Implement auto-scaling solutions for databases to handle varying workloads efficiently
Optimize costs through proper resource sizing, reserved instances, and automated scaling policies
Implement and maintain database security best practices including encryption, access controls, and audit logging
Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations (GDPR, HIPAA, SOC 2, FedRAMP) and industry standards
Manage database user accounts, roles, and permissions following principle of least privilege
Implement data masking and anonymization techniques for non-production environments
Performance Monitoring and Optimization
Develop and maintain database performance baselines and KPIs
Analyze query performance and optimize slow-running queries
Implement and tune database indexes, partitioning, and caching strategies
Monitor and optimize DynamoDB read/write capacity units and implement on-demand scaling
Use performance monitoring tools such as pgAdmin, AWS Performance Insights, and Azure Query Performance Insight
Work closely with development teams to optimize application database interactions
Provide technical guidance and best practices for database design and usage
Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for database configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides
Participate in on-call rotation for critical database issues and incident response
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
~5+ years of hands-on experience as a Database Administrator
~ Proven experience with PostgreSQL administration in production environments
~ Experience with AWS database services (RDS, DynamoDB, Aurora, Redshift)
~ Familiarity with Azure database services (SQL Database, Cosmos DB, PostgreSQL)


PostgreSQL Expertise
~ Advanced knowledge of PostgreSQL administration, performance tuning, replication, and high availability configurations

Proficiency with DynamoDB including data modeling, capacity planning, and optimization

Cloud Platforms xrczosw
~ Hands-on experience with AWS and/or Azure database services and management tools

Proficiency in SQL, Python, Bash, or PowerShell for automation and database management tasks

Monitoring Tools
~ Familiarity with database monitoring solutions (CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, pganalyze, Datadog, New Relic)


Strong understanding of database security principles and best practices
Experience with backup and disaster recovery planning and execution
Knowledge of data privacy regulations and compliance requirements
Experience with containerized databases (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus
AWS or Azure database certifications preferred

Advanced degree in Computer Science or related field
AWS Certified Database - Specialty or Azure Database Administrator Associate certification
Experience with additional database technologies (MySQL, SQL Server, MongoDB, Redis)
Knowledge of data warehousing concepts and ETL processes
Experience with database migration tools and strategies
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices

Continuous learning opportunities to stay current with evolving cloud technologies