Cloud Database Administrator

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client seeking a Cloud Database Administrator in the Mercer County, NJ area.

Responsibilities:
* Design, develop, implement, and configure cloud databases and administration of these environments and services
* Have ability to understand requirements and make appropriate tool/service recommendations
* Use AWS data services to build robust and compliant applications
* Design and implement data ingestion pipelines using AWS services Redshift Data warehouse, Redshift streaming, MSK, Glue, Athena, S3, RDS SQL Server
* Develop and optimize data processing and storage strategies, ensuring efficient data flow within the AWS ecosystem
* Architect and build AWS-based data lakes, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security
* Support cloud architects in designing the data architecture
* Implement database security controls and security features to support and address cybersecurity challenges on PaaS and IaaS environments
* Provide technical expertise in range of cloud technologies to include cloud development, cloud data analytics and data management, cloud architecture and Agile development methodologies
* Collaborate with development teams to design, code, evaluate, implement, and maintain an optimal cloud solution applications software that is delivered on time and within budget throughout the full system life cycle
* Work with minimal supervision within established procedures and practices and serve as informal lead or mentor to junior team members
* Recommend AWS cloud solutions to meet the needs of the business, suggest alternatives
* Build a cloud-based technical architecture that meets the needs and takes advantage of cloud capabilities
* Implement AWS services to improve security posture
* Perform any required on-premises databases to cloud migration
* Provide technical support and document aspects of AWS environment

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Computer Science or Engineering
* Should have certification in AWS Data Engineer Associate, or AWS Database Specialty, or AWS Data Analytics Specialty
* Minimum five (7) years of experience as a Database administrator
* Minimum five (5) years of experience as a Cloud database administrator
* Experience building, operating, and maintaining compliant computing environments in AWS
* Solid understanding of various AWS Data services
* Experience and knowledge of AWS data analytics tools such as Athena, Glue, RedShift, RDS, Step Functions and other databases such as MS SQL Server
* Experience and knowledge of AWS data management tools such as AWS Lake Formation, Amazon S3, DMS, AWS MSK or Apache Kafka
* Strong knowledge of database design, data modeling, and data warehousing principles
* Experience with data migrations from legacy on-premises systems to AWS cloud
* Experience with AWS cloud-native infrastructure (e.g., EC2, VPC, Security Groups, IAM Policies)
* Proficiency in SQL and experience with programming/scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python)
* Have good understanding of source code software like Git or GitHub or TFS
* A thorough knowledge and understanding of various AWS data services and tools
* Have the ability to establish and enforce database standards and best practices
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

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