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Avani Technology Solutions, Inc.

AWS DBA

Portland, OR · On-site

$53 - $66.25/hr

Request Unit (RU), Provisioned Throughput, Cost options, and configure AWS databases and containers with the right options to optimize cost and performance * Partitioning, Indexing, Scaling (Manual ...

Okaya Corp.

Oracle DBA

Irving, TX · On-site

$48.75 - $66.25/hr

AWS Database Service, MySQL DBA, RedHat Linux Administrator, Windows Server Job Summary Seeking a Specialist with 7+ years of experience in MySQL database administration with experience in Linux ...

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How much do contract aws database administrator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract aws database administrator in the United States is $49.16, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38.46 and $59.13 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Aws Database Administrator vs Cloud Database Engineer?

AspectContract Aws Database AdministratorCloud Database Engineer
CertificationsAWS certifications, database-specific credentialsAWS certifications, cloud architecture, database certifications
Work EnvironmentContract roles, client sites, remote optionsProject-based, cloud platforms, remote or hybrid
Industry UsageIT, finance, healthcare, any industry using AWSTech, startups, enterprise, cloud-focused companies
Search & Comparison IntentYesNo

The Contract Aws Database Administrator primarily focuses on managing and maintaining AWS-based databases on a contractual basis, emphasizing database-specific skills. In contrast, a Cloud Database Engineer designs and implements cloud database solutions, often involving broader cloud architecture knowledge. Both roles require AWS certifications and work in cloud environments, but the DBA role is more operational, while the engineer role is more development-oriented.

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Infographic showing various Contract Aws Database Administrator job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 45% Full Time, and 55% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $102,260 per year, or $49.2 per hour.
AWS DBA

AWS DBA

Avani Technology Solutions, Inc.

Portland, OR • On-site

$53 - $66.25/hr

Contractor

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

Requirements:
  • Strong proficiency with AWS AURORA - MY SQL experience in designing and implementing data structures
  • Good understanding and experience with the following AWS AURORA - MY SQL concepts
  • Queries (SQL API), Triggers, and User Defined Functions
  • Request Unit (RU), Provisioned Throughput, Cost options, and configure AWS databases and containers with the right options to optimize cost and performance
  • Partitioning, Indexing, Scaling (Manual, Auto)
  • Query execution metrics & tune query performance
  • Security Overview
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience in Agile methodology in development projects.

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