What are the responsibilities and job description for the AWS Database Specialist position at Solugenix?
AWS Database Specialist
Phoenix, AZ (Hybrid)
12-month contract
Job ID 24-09182
Solugenix is assisting a client, a financial services company, in their search for a AWS Database Specialist. This is a 12-month contract opportunity based out of Phoenix, AZ (Hybrid).
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Proven experience with AWS database services and management.
- AWS Certified Database Specialty or related certification.
- Strong knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases.
- Experience with database performance tuning and optimization techniques.
- Familiarity with database security best practices and compliance standards.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and maintain AWS database solutions, including Amazon RDS, Amazon Aurora, DynamoDB, and Redshift.
- Monitor database performance and optimize queries, indexes, and configurations for improved efficiency.
- Ensure data integrity, security, and backup strategies are in place and regularly tested.
- Collaborate with development teams to create database schemas, stored procedures, and other database objects.
- Troubleshoot database issues and provide timely resolutions to ensure minimal downtime.
- Perform regular database maintenance, including updates, migrations, and scaling as needed.
- Develop and maintain documentation related to database architecture, procedures, and best practices.
- Stay current with AWS database services and industry trends to provide innovative solutions.
Pay Range for CA, CO, IL, NJ, NY, WA, and DC: $65/hour to $65/hour. Starting rate of pay offered may vary depending on factors including but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience.
Solugenix will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and Ordinance. Applicants do not need to disclose their criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if we are concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, applicants will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
About The Client
Our client is a fortune 100 financial services company.
About Solugenix
Solugenix is a leader in IT services, delivering cutting-edge technology solutions, exceptional talent, and managed services to global enterprises. With extensive expertise in highly regulated and complex industries, we are a trusted partner for integrating advanced technologies with streamlined processes. Our solutions drive growth, foster innovation, and ensure compliance—providing clients with reliability and a strong competitive edge.
Recognized as a 2024 Top Workplace, Solugenix is proud of its inclusive culture and unwavering commitment to excellence. Our recent expansion, with new offices in the Dominican Republic, Jakarta, and the Philippines, underscores our growing global presence and ability to offer world-class technology solutions. Partnering with Solugenix means more than just business—it means having a dedicated our financial client focused on your success in today's fast-evolving digital world.
Salary : $65
