Job Opportunity only available for professionals in Latin America
We're seeking a Senior Database Engineer to join a sprint-based DBA squad focused on transforming traditional database operations into a reliability-first, self–service–driven platform engineering function. This role is centered on database recoverability, lifecycle management, automation, and data modeling best practices, rather than routine operational or ticket-based support activities.
Responsibilities
- Own database reliability outcomes : availability, performance, recoverability
- Design and operationalize data-loss recovery procedures (restore workflows, validation, execution plans)
- Lead DB fleet lifecycle management (versions, patching, sizing, standards)
- Improve alerting, observability, incident response, and RCA
- Implement secure-by-default DB patterns (least privilege, encryption, auditability)
- Build self-service database capabilities to reduce support burden
- Pair daily with internal DBAs to model DBRE practices (observational learning)
Requirements
- Advanced English level for fluent communication (B2 or higher level)
- 10+ years in DBA / DBRE roles
- Deep hands-on experience with AWS RDS / Aurora
- Strong Postgres and/or MySQL expertise
- Proven experience executing restores and recovery under pressure
- Comfortable working in agile teams (standups, sprints, shared backlog)
- Automation-first mindset
- Good communication skills
Nice to have
- Kubernetes/EKS familiarity
- Compliance-heavy environments
- Cost-aware DB sizing patterns
What do we offer
- 100% Remote work.
- Competitive salary in USD.
- Type of contract: Independent Contractor with Venon Solutions LLC.
- Contract duration: Short-term
- 2 weeks of PTO (paid time off).
- Holidays: from the Client's calendar (USA)
- Working hours: Full-time CST timezone, fully committed.
Originally posted on Himalayas