Senior Cloud Database Engineer

We are seeking a Senior Cloud Database Administrator to join our client for a 1+ year contract. The preferred location is Phoenix although open to remote in the U.S. for the right candidate.

NO 3rd PARTIES, NO SPONSORSHIP, NO EXCEPTIONS. Candidates MUST be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Please ensure your current location is listed on your resume and LI profile as candidates from AK, HI, ND, RI, WV, WY and CA cannot be considered at this time.

The Cloud Database Administrator will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and maintaining our cloud-based database systems. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cloud technologies, database management, and a strong ability to optimize database performance and security in a cloud environment.

• Proven experience as a Database Administrator, with a focus on cloud-based environments.
• Must possess (5+) years of hands-on Oracle Database Administration experience, with RDS being a requirement.
• Must possess AWS Cloud Certification or equivalent hands‑on experience in managing and monitoring production workloads in AWS.
• Strong expertise with AWS and proficiency in cloud database services.
• Solid knowledge of relational database management systems (e.g., Oracle, PostgreSQL) and No
  
  SQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Document DB).
• Experience with database design, performance tuning, and query optimization.
• Familiarity with database security best practices and data privacy regulations.
• Hands‑on experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Terraform, Chef) for automation and monitoring.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex database issues.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.