AWS Database Architect

TL;DR

AWS Database Architect (AWS): Designing, implementing, and optimizing cloud-based database solutions for the Department of Veterans Affairs with an accent on scalability, security, and high-performing applications. Focus on leading migrations from legacy systems to AWS and implementing automated provisioning via Infrastructure-as-Code.

Location: Remote (Must be able to obtain a VA Position of Public Trust)

Salary: $90,000 - $115,000 a year

Company

hirify.global drives innovative solutions for complex business challenges across financial management, healthcare, and government industries.

What you will do

• Design and implement relational (SQL Server) and non-relational (DynamoDB, Cosmos DB, MongoDB) cloud-native database solutions on AWS.
• Lead migration initiatives from on-premises or legacy databases to AWS using DMS, SCT, or custom pipelines.
• Develop database strategies ensuring scalability, fault tolerance, data integrity, and high availability.
• Implement disaster recovery, backup strategies, and security controls involving IAM, KMS, and encryption.
• Create Infrastructure-as-Code templates using CloudFormation, Terraform, or CDK for consistent provisioning.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to database administrators and engineers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience in database design and administration within AWS, specifically with RDS and related services.
• AWS certification such as Database Specialty or Solutions Architect.
• Proficiency in SQL, NoSQL paradigms, and scripting languages like Python.
• Experience with CI/CD tools, specifically Jenkins, and monitoring tools like CloudWatch or Datadog.
• Ability to obtain a VA Position of Public Trust.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with .NET or Java application development.
• Experience working with Jira as a data source, including API and data structure knowledge.
• Experience in enterprise, government, or regulated environments (FedRAMP, HIPAA, SOC2).

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, including an optional FSA.
• Safe Harbor 401(k) with employer contributions, 100% vested from day 1.
• Paid parental leave, paid time off, and 11 paid holidays.
• Monthly phone and internet stipend.
• Tuition and training reimbursement.
• Pet insurance and no-cost group term life/AD&D plan.