AWS Cloud DBA Admin Advisor with a strong background in database management, cloud infrastructure, automation, and performance monitoring.

The Cloud Database Administrator will collaborate with a fast-paced global leader in IT Services, ensuring that our client's database and cloud-related issues are swiftly and efficiently resolved. As part of our Cloud Database team, you will be responsible for steady-state support of the customer's database environments, managing incidents, service requests, problem records, and tasks associated with that support. Additionally, you will design and implement new database solutions, including optimization and scaling, to enhance performance and ensure data integrity within our client's cloud infrastructure.

Position's General Duties and Tasks:

Candidates must be able to carry out complex database support duties including:

Manage and optimize Redshift, MySQL and PostgreSQL databases in AWS cloud environments while leveraging Python, and Datadog for automation and monitoring.

Implement robust backup, disaster recovery, and high-availability strategies.

Use Terraform to automate database provisioning, scaling, and configuration.

Develop Python scripts for automation of database tasks, such as backups, monitoring, and scaling.

Implement infrastructure changes using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) with Terraform.

Monitor database health and performance using Datadog and AWS CloudWatch.

Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, optimizing queries and resource usage.

Enforce database security best practices, including encryption, access control, and auditing.

Work closely with development and operations teams to provide guidance on database best practices and AWS cloud optimization.

Mentor DBAs in automation, monitoring, and cloud management on Redshift.

Qualification and Skills:

8-10 years of IT industry experience.

5+ years of experience with AWS Redshift database administration.

3+ years of experience in AWS RDS MySQL and PostgreSQL.

Proficiency with Terraform for Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) and AWS cloud management.

Knowledge of Datadog for performance monitoring and troubleshooting.

Expertise in Python for automation and scripting.

Good written and spoken English knowledge

Work Timings:

Primarily US business hours (CST time zone) but willing to work in a rotational shift in 24x7 support model when required.

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long term success. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure and connectivity. We are one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. Visit us at us.nttdata.com

NTT DATA is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants without regarding to race, color, religion, citizenship, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please inform your recruiter so that we may connect you with the appropriate team.

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