Remote Senior Database Administrator

Summary

Join Fusion Technology as a skilled Database Administrator to manage and optimize enterprise-level database systems on a large-scale development contract.

Requirements

• Active DOD Secret security clearance
• Bachelor’s Degree
• 8 years of experience as a Database Administrator with a focus on Aurora Postgres and DynamoDB in large-scale, enterprise environments

Responsibilities

• Oversee routine patching, maintenance, and upgrades for Aurora Postgres and DynamoDB** to ensure system integrity and reliability
• Implement patch management strategies to address security vulnerabilities and performance improvements
• Implement robust security measures for database systems, including encryption, authentication protocols, access control, and regular auditing
• Monitor and analyze database performance, identifying areas for improvement
• Apply tuning techniques for query optimization, indexing strategies, and resource management to enhance overall performance
• Address database slowdowns, perform root cause analysis, and apply corrective actions to maintain optimal performance
• Develop and manage database backup strategies, including automated snapshotting and disaster recovery plans
• Ensure high availability and reliability by creating scalable recovery solutions for both Aurora Postgres and DynamoDB
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure smooth database connections in microservice architectures
• Manage different database connection protocols, such as JDBC, ODBC, and other integration methods, to support various applications
• Troubleshoot connection issues across development, testing, and production environments
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to integrate database management into CI/CD pipelines
• Automate routine database tasks such as backups, replication, and deployment through scripting and DevOps tools
• Use performance monitoring tools (e.g., AWS CloudWatch, Datadog) to proactively track and manage database health
• Generate reports on system usage, performance metrics, and security compliance
• Work with cross-functional teams, including development, security, and operations teams, to support enterprise-level applications
• Engage with stakeholders to align database solutions with organizational goals and future scaling needs

Benefits

• Best-in-class matching 401K program
• Comprehensive healthcare plan through Meritain
• Competitive employer contribution to a health savings account
• Vision and dental plans
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Personal leave