Description

You will manage and optimize MySQL database environments, including RDS and Aurora, while executing data migrations and automating infrastructure.

This role is hybrid.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and configure database environments, executing full and incremental data migrations from legacy systems into AWS RDS/Aurora.
• Develop ETL processes and data pipelines, automating provisioning with Terraform and integrating deployments into CI/CD pipelines via Git.
• Monitor database health, troubleshoot performance issues, and implement backup, recovery, and high-availability strategies aligned with RPO/RTO requirements.
• Administer database security, access controls, and auditing, while supporting development teams with provisioning and query optimization.
• Maintain documentation for configurations and procedures, participate in on-call incident response, and deploy reporting solutions using tools like QuickSight.

Required Skills

• 5+ years of experience administering MySQL databases, preferably in Amazon RDS and/or Aurora.
• Strong SQL skills across multiple platforms (MySQL required; SQL Server and/or Oracle preferred).
• Hands-on experience with ETL development, data transformation, and validation techniques.
• Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform preferred) and CI/CD pipeline integration.
• Experience with database performance tuning, monitoring, and troubleshooting in cloud and hybrid environments.
• Familiarity with AWS cloud platforms, Linux, and Windows-based environments.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Amazon Aurora (MySQL-compatible) and administering multiple database platforms.
• Automation and scripting using Shell, Python, or similar languages.
• Integration with monitoring tools such as CloudWatch, OpenSearch, or similar platforms.

Key Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree