We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Expert specializing in Aurora Database and AWS to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing, optimizing, and scaling Amazon Aurora databases, as well as other AWS cloud services. You will work closely with development, operations, and architecture teams to ensure that our database solutions are secure, scalable, and perform at their best.
Key Responsibilities:
Aurora Database Management: Configure, manage, and optimize Amazon Aurora databases (MySQL and/or PostgreSQL) in AWS to ensure high availability, scalability, and security.
AWS Solution Architecture: Design and implement cloud solutions using AWS services such as EC2, RDS, S3, Lambda, VPC, and more.
Monitoring & Optimization: Leverage AWS monitoring and automation tools (such as CloudWatch, CloudTrail, etc.) to maintain optimal performance and security for databases.
Incident Management & Support: Diagnose and resolve technical issues related to databases and AWS infrastructure.
Scalability & Backup: Implement efficient scalability strategies for databases, as well as backup and disaster recovery policies.
Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with development, operations, and architecture teams to ensure robust, secure, and scalable solutions.
Process Automation: Develop and maintain scripts and tools to automate routine database management tasks and cloud resource provisioning.
Requirements:
Minimum 5 years of experience working with Amazon Aurora (preferably Aurora PostgreSQL) in a production environment.
Advanced AWS expertise, including services such as EC2, RDS, S3, Lambda, CloudFormation, CloudWatch, etc.
Strong knowledge of cloud database architecture, including replication strategies, partitioning, and high availability configurations.
Familiarity with automation and configuration management tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
Scripting experience (e.g., Bash, Python, or similar) for automating cloud and database management tasks.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills for addressing complex issues related to databases and cloud services.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work with both technical and non-technical teams, as well as document processes and best practices.
AWS Certification (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, AWS Certified DevOps Engineer) is a plus.
Desirable Skills:
Experience with other database technologies such as PostgreSQL, MongoDB
Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines in the context of cloud database management.
Knowledge of cloud security best practices and database security within AWS.
Experience working in Agile environments (e.g., Scrum, Kanban).