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Redshift Dba Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Cloud Operational DBA

Wayne, PA · Hybrid

$110K - $130K/yr

Postgres, DynamoDB, MySQL, and RedShift with highly available environments and failover/ DR ... Cloud Operational DBA Location(s): hybrid on site in one of the following locations: * Wayne, PA

Database Management: Administer, maintain, and implement permissions, policies and procedures for ... Manage and optimize AWS Redshift instances and other data warehousing solutions for scalable and ...

Cloud Operational DBA

Scottsdale, AZ · Hybrid

$110K - $130K/yr

Cloud Operational DBA Apex Systems has an immediate need for a Cloud Operational DBA for a large ... Advanced database administration in AWS for Postgres, DynamoDB, MySQL, and RedShift with highly ...

Data Engineer / DBA

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$50 - $55/hr

Strong hands-on experience with PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and Amazon Redshift. * Strong SQL skills for ... Administer and maintain database environments across development, staging, and production.

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Sr. Database Administrator

Irvine, CA · Hybrid

$118K - $147K/yr

Sr. Database Administrator Location: Irvine, CA, United States Description Sr. Database ... Working knowledge of ETL tools, BI systems, and data warehousing (Redshift preferred). * Ability to ...

Data Engineer / DBA

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$50 - $55/hr

Strong hands-on experience with PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and Amazon Redshift. * Strong SQL skills for ... Administer and maintain database environments across development, staging, and production.

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Sr. Database Administrator

Irvine, CA · On-site

$118K - $147K/yr

Description Sr. Database Administrator ABOUT GOLDEN STATE FOODS Golden State Foods is a ... Working knowledge of ETL tools, BI systems, and data warehousing (Redshift preferred). * Ability to ...

Sr. Database Administrator

Irvine, CA · Hybrid

$118K - $147K/yr

ABOUT THE ROLE The Database Administrator is responsible for managing all Microsoft SQL databases ... Working knowledge of ETL tools, BI systems, and data warehousing (Redshift preferred). * Ability to ...

Sr. Database Administrator

Irvine, CA · Hybrid

$118K - $147K/yr

ABOUT THE ROLE The Database Administrator is responsible for managing all Microsoft SQL databases ... Working knowledge of ETL tools, BI systems, and data warehousing (Redshift preferred). * Ability to ...

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How much do redshift dba jobs pay per hour?

As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for redshift dba in the United States is $53.72, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48.08 and $60.10 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Redshift DBA job?

A Redshift DBA (Database Administrator) is responsible for managing, optimizing, and securing Amazon Redshift databases. They handle tasks such as performance tuning, query optimization, cluster management, backup and recovery, and security enforcement. Redshift DBAs also work closely with data engineers and analysts to ensure efficient data processing and storage. Their role is crucial in maintaining high availability, scalability, and cost-efficiency in data warehousing solutions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Redshift Dba position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Redshift DBA, you need expertise in database administration, data warehousing concepts, SQL, and experience specifically with Amazon Redshift, generally supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with AWS tools, ETL processes, cloud security best practices, and certifications like AWS Certified Database - Specialty are highly valued. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for success in this role. These capabilities ensure reliable database performance, secure and efficient data management, and seamless collaboration with data engineering and analytics teams.

What is a typical day like for a Redshift DBA?

A typical day for a Redshift DBA involves monitoring and tuning Redshift clusters for performance, optimizing queries, managing data security, and handling backup and recovery tasks. You’ll regularly collaborate with data engineers, analysts, and other IT professionals to support data pipelines and ensure efficient data workflows. Expect to participate in planning sessions for data schema design, respond to user requests, and troubleshoot any operational issues that arise. Continuous learning is also common, as you’ll keep up with the latest AWS updates and best practices to enhance system reliability and support business objectives.
What states have the most Redshift Dba jobs? States with the most job openings for Redshift Dba jobs include:
Infographic showing various Redshift Dba job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $111,731 per year, or $53.7 per hour.
Mid-Level DBA Administrator

Mid-Level DBA Administrator

Trillion Technology Solutions

Washington, DC • On-site

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago


Job description

We are seeking an experienced Mid-Level Database Administrator to join our team in the Washington, D.C. area. The
ideal candidate will bring hands-on expertise in both MySQL and PostgreSQL database environments, AWS cloud
infrastructure, and modern DevSecOps practices. This role blends traditional DBA responsibilities with active
development, CI/CD pipeline integration, and a security-first mindset. You will be responsible for designing,
developing, and managing production-grade database systems while collaborating closely with software engineering
and DevOps teams.

General Experience
• 6+ years of professional experience as a Database Administrator and/or Database Developer
• Proven track record designing, developing, and managing relational database systems in production environments
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments with cross-functional engineering teams
• Demonstrated ability to balance database administration duties with active code development responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Design, develop, and maintain MySQL and PostgreSQL database schemas, stored procedures, functions, views,
and triggers
• Manage and optimize AWS RDS instances - monitoring performance, applying patches, managing backups, and
ensuring high availability
• Own and maintain Liquibase changelogs and execute controlled database migrations across Dev, QA, Staging,
and Production environments
• Integrate database deployment workflows into CI/CD pipelines ensuring automated, repeatable, and auditable
releases
• Enforce DevSecOps best practices - implement database security controls, conduct periodic access reviews, and
support compliance audits
• Collaborate with software developers to review ORM models, optimize slow queries, and support application
database requirements
• Monitor database health using AWS CloudWatch and custom alerting; respond to and resolve incidents
• Manage database user accounts, roles, and permissions following least-privilege principles
• Develop and maintain documentation for database architecture, runbooks, and operational procedures
• Participate in on-call rotation for database-related production incidents
• Conduct capacity planning and proactively address storage, performance, and scalability concerns

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE)
• AWS Certified Database Specialty or AWS Solutions Architect certification
• Experience with AWS Aurora (MySQL or PostgreSQL compatible)
• Familiarity with Kubernetes or containerized database environments (e.g., RDS Proxy)
• Exposure to data warehousing concepts or AWS Redshift
• Prior experience working on government or federal contracts in the D.C. area
• Knowledge of NIST 800-53 or FedRAMP compliance frameworks as they relate to databases
• Experience with monitoring tools such as Datadog, Grafana, or Prometheus


Trillion is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, religion, gender, native origin, age, disability, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.