DBA

Overview:

We are seeking a skilled and self-driven Database Management Contractor to support our data infrastructure across multiple platforms, including MS SQL Server, AWS RDS MySQL/PostgreSQL, and Amazon Redshift. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in database development, performance tuning, monitoring, and migration projects, and will be comfortable working independently on mission-critical database tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop, maintain, and optimize databases on AWS RDS MySQL/PostgreSQL and Amazon Redshift

Manage and support MS SQL Server environments, including T-SQL scripting, SQL Agent jobs, and EC2-hosted instances

Perform data migration and transformation between MS SQL Server, RDS MySQL, and Redshift

Monitor database performance and health using tools like Datadog

Collaborate with internal teams to ensure data integrity, security, and availability

Document processes and provide recommendations for database improvements Required Skills & Experience:

2+ years of hands-on experience with AWS RDS, MySQL, and Amazon Redshift (development, tuning, monitoring, maintenance)

2+ years of experience with MS SQL Server technology, including T-SQL, SQL Agent jobs, and EC2

Proven experience in database/data migration between MS SQL Server and AWS RDS/Redshift

Familiarity with Datadog for monitoring and alerting

Strong initiative and ability to work independently with minimal supervision Preferred Qualifications:

WS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Database - Specialty)

Experience with scripting languages (Python, PowerShell) for automation

Knowledge of data warehousing concepts and ETL pipelines