Description & Requirements
Maximus is seeking a Senior Database Administrator to join our team.
The Senior Database Administrator will oversee and manage all activities related to data planning, development, and policy implementation. This includes establishing and enforcing policies and procedures for data management, security, maintenance, and utilization. The role involves system administration for core AWS data-related services as well as both relational and non-relational databases.
Key responsibilities include maintaining multiple databases across unclassified and classified environments and facilitating secure data exchanges through cross-domain solution pipelines, such as AWS diode and software artifacts. The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in automating data ingestion and transformation, orchestrating data pipelines, applying programming concepts, designing data models, managing data lifecycles, and ensuring data quality.
If located in San Antonio, this role is onsite. If located elsewhere within the CONUS, you are able to work remotely and travel to San Antonio, TX when needed.
- 3+ years of experience in database administration with knowledge of AWS infrastructures
- 4+ years of hands-on experience with AWS services and both relational and non-relational databases.
- Active TS/SCI clearance required.
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Strong understanding of database design, implementation, and maintenance principles, with a focus on automation and optimization.
- Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or Bash for automation tasks.
- Advanced computer skills
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical thinking abilities
- High attention to detail
- Leadership and team mentoring skills