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The Voleon Group

Database Administrator (DBA)

Berkeley, CA · On-site +1

$155K - $195K/yr

We are seeking a skilled Database Administrator (DBA) to help manage and support our database systems as a core part of our infrastructure team. You will take ownership of the day-to-day operations ...

Cymertek

Oracle DBA (Database Administrator)

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$52.50 - $71.25/hr

Oracle DBA (Database Administrator) LOCATION Chantilly, VA 20151 CLEARANCE TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position requires full U.S. Citizenship) KEY SUMMARY We are seeking a skilled and ...

Cymertek

Oracle DBA (Database Administrator)

Reston, VA · On-site

$53 - $72/hr

Oracle DBA (Database Administrator)** to join our team and take ownership of managing and optimizing our Oracle database systems. In this role, you will ensure the reliability, security, and ...

Cymertek

Oracle Database Administrator (DBA)

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$50.25 - $68.25/hr

Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) LOCATION Honolulu, HI 96815 CLEARANCE TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position requires full U.S. Citizenship) KEY SUMMARY We are seeking a dedicated and detail ...

Cymertek

Oracle DBA (Database Administrator)

Tysons, VA · On-site

$51 - $69.25/hr

Oracle DBA (Database Administrator)** to join our team and take ownership of managing and optimizing our Oracle database systems. In this role, you will ensure the reliability, security, and ...

Cymertek

Oracle DBA (Database Administrator)

Aurora, CO · On-site

$51.75 - $70.25/hr

Oracle DBA (Database Administrator)** to join our team and take ownership of managing and optimizing our Oracle database systems. In this role, you will ensure the reliability, security, and ...

Cymertek

Oracle Database Administrator (DBA)

Reston, VA · On-site

$53 - $72/hr

Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) LOCATION Reston, VA 20190 CLEARANCE TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position requires full U.S. Citizenship) KEY SUMMARY We are seeking a dedicated and detail ...

Cymertek

Oracle DBA (Database Administrator)

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$50.25 - $68.25/hr

Oracle DBA (Database Administrator) LOCATION Honolulu, HI 96815 CLEARANCE TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position requires full U.S. Citizenship) KEY SUMMARY We are seeking a skilled and ...

Cymertek

Oracle Database Administrator (DBA)

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$52.50 - $71.25/hr

Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) LOCATION Chantilly, VA 20151 CLEARANCE TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position requires full U.S. Citizenship) KEY SUMMARY We are seeking a dedicated and ...

Cymertek

Oracle DBA (Database Administrator)

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$46.25 - $62.75/hr

Oracle DBA (Database Administrator) LOCATION San Antonio, TX 78208 CLEARANCE TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position requires full U.S. Citizenship) KEY SUMMARY We are seeking a skilled and ...

Cymertek

Oracle Database Administrator (DBA)

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$46.25 - $62.75/hr

Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) LOCATION San Antonio, TX 78208 CLEARANCE TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position requires full U.S. Citizenship) KEY SUMMARY We are seeking a dedicated and ...

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AspectDatabase AdministratorDatabase Developer
Primary RoleManages, maintains, and secures databasesDesigns, develops, and implements database applications
Skills & CertificationsSQL, database management, certifications like Oracle DBA or Microsoft Certified: Azure Database AdministratorSQL, programming languages, database design certifications
Work EnvironmentIT departments, data centers, enterprise environmentsDevelopment teams, software companies, project-based settings
FocusOperational stability, security, performance tuningApplication development, database schema design

While both roles work with databases, Database Administrators focus on maintaining and securing existing databases, whereas Database Developers concentrate on creating and optimizing database applications. Understanding these differences helps organizations assign the right skills to each role.

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Database Administrator (DBA)

Kanak Elite Services Inc

Englewood Cliffs, NJ • On-site

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Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Hello There,
Please go through the below job description and revert me with your Updated Resume and  below details to fasten up the process.


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ROLE : DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR (DBA)

LOCATION : ONSITE IN ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, NJ

DURATION : 6+ MONTHS

VIDEO INTERVIEW + FINAL ONSITE INTERVIEW

Role Overview

  • Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain MySQL, Redis, PostgreSQL and MongoDB databases in both on-premise and AWS environments.
  • Manage Replication solutions for each Database based on application requirement for proper HighAvailability.
  • Administer and Optimize AWS Managed database services (RDS, AURORA, ElastiCache, DynamoDB, S3, EC2).
  • Automate routine tasks and infrastructure setup using tools like Ansible and AWS CloudFormation.
  • Design and implement comprehensive monitoring and alerting systems (CloudWatch , PMM, Datadog, MonYog) to proactively identify performance bottlenecks and apply necessary optimizations or fixes.
  • Perform daily maintenance, health checks, and capacity planning to ensure database reliability across all environments.
  • Collaborate with application developers to design efficient schemas, optimize complex queries, and enhance database performance.
  • Work closely with DevSecOps to ensure timely application of security patches and upgrades.
  • Develop and manage robust backup and disaster recovery strategies ensuring minimal data loss and downtime.
  • Generate ad-hoc reports and provide insights as requested by internal teams or stakeholders. Good with Shell Scripting or Python. Good with linux administration.
 

Thanks & Regards,

Yashmita Kumari

✉️ yashmita@kanakits.com