Senior Database Engineer, MySQL Cluster and Postgres on AWS

Description:
On-site in Washington, DC Our client seeks a Senior Database Engineer to lead enterprise PostgreSQL and MySQL database environments across on-premises and cloud platforms. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in designing, implementing, and managing high-performance, scalable database solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and optimize PostgreSQL and MySQL database architectures for enterprise applications
• Manage database lifecycle including installation, configuration, tuning, and maintenance
• Implement database security measures and ensure compliance with industry standards
• Collaborate with development teams to design database schemas and integrate applications
• Monitor database performance and implement solutions to address bottlenecks
• Develop and maintain database backup and recovery strategies
• Troubleshoot complex database issues and provide technical support

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of experience with PostgreSQL and MySQL database systems
• Strong understanding of relational database concepts and SQL
• Experience with database performance tuning and optimization
• Knowledge of database security best practices
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in PostgreSQL or MySQL
• Experience with NoSQL databases
• Knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience with continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines