Azure Cosmos DB Architect

SoftClouds, LLC.; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology firm in Plano, Texas, is seeking a Database Administrator with extensive experience in cloud-based databases. The ideal candidate will have a strong focus on administering and managing cloud databases on platforms such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. Responsibilities include optimizing performance, ensuring data security, and troubleshooting issues. A BS degree in Computer Science or related field and AWS certification are required. Interested candidates should send their resumes to info-at-softclouds.com.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience as a Database Administrator/Architect focused on cloud-based databases.
• AWS Certified Database - Specialty.

Responsibilities

• Administer cloud-based databases across major platforms.
• Configure database settings and perform backups.
• Monitor user activity logs and optimize performance.

Skills

Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)

Hands-on experience with NoSQL databases

Database security and compliance knowledge

Troubleshooting performance issues

Education

BS degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Amazon RDS

Azure SQL Database

DynamoDB

Cosmos DB

Job description

Responsibilities

• At least 6-8 years of experience as a Database Administrator / Architect with a strong focus on cloud-based databases.
• Hands-on experience with major cloud platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud, and their database services (Amazon RDS, Azure SQL Database, Google Cloud SQL, etc.).
• Experience with cloud-based NoSQL databases, including DynamoDB, Cosmos DB, or Firebase.
• Experience with cloud database migration to the cloud and managing hybrid cloud environments.
• Administer and manage cloud-based databases across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud, including databases like Amazon RDS, Azure SQL Database, and NoSQL databases like DynamoDB and Cosmos DB; managing and monitoring Azure SQL databases, optimizing performance, and ensuring data security.
• Configuring database settings, creating backups, and resolving issues; optimal partition key design.
• Real-time data streaming and managing high-throughput, scalable loads.
• Monitoring user activity logs, database usage, query performance, and resource utilization.
• Troubleshooting performance issues by analyzing query execution plans and optimizing database indexes.
• Knowledge of cloud database security and compliance.

Required Skills and Experience

• AWS Certified Database - Specialty.

Education

• BS degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.

Interested? Send your resume and cover letter to info-at-softclouds.com