[Remote] Senior Database Administrator.

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. OEC provides software solutions for the automotive parts and repair industry, and they are seeking a Senior Database Administrator to lead the transformation of their database estate to AWS-managed services. This role involves owning the migration of database workloads, architecting AWS environments, and mentoring junior DBAs while ensuring the security and performance of database systems.ResponsibilitiesOwn the migration of OEC’s database workloads to AWS managed services, with a primary focus on Amazon RDS for SQL Server and Aurora PostgreSQL as OEC’s target-state platforms; establish cloud-native standards for provisioning, scaling, and operations that eliminate manual overheadPlan and execute database migrations to AWS using DMS and SCT; own the technical delivery of lift-and-shift and re-platform migrations and ensure each wave is sequenced, validated, and consistent with OEC’s transformation roadmapArchitect and operate AWS managed database environments with multi-AZ high availability, automated failover, RDS Proxy, and AWS Backup at their core; define the patterns and standards that will serve as OEC’s target-state database operating modelImplement and maintain database infrastructure as code using Terraform; define IaC standards for AWS managed service provisioning, parameter configuration, and lifecycle management, and integrate them into CI/CD pipelinesLead cross-functional incident response and formal root cause analysis, coordinating across application, infrastructure, and cloud engineering teams to drive fast resolution and durable preventionManage database systems for resiliency, scalability, performance, and availability through cloud-native AWS services, proactive monitoring, and continuous optimization aligned with OEC’s service level objectives; must be proficient in AWS observability tooling (CloudWatch, RDS Performance Insights, DevOps Guru, Cost Explorer) and platforms such as DatadogEnforce data governance and security using AWS Secrets Manager, IAM database authentication, KMS encryption, VPC isolation, and automated backup and retention policies in alignment with OEC’s data stewardship standardsMentor and coach junior and mid-level DBAs on cloud-first AWS patterns; foster a collaborative, learning-oriented team culture and actively shape OEC’s database engineering practicesSkillsA bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required, with a focus in information technology/science, or related disciplineIn the absence of a degree, equivalent work experience directly related to the key responsibilities of the role will be considered as a substitute for the degreeDeep, proven expertise in AWS cloud-native database services is the foremost requirement for this roleCandidates must bring a demonstrated track record of architecting, migrating, and operating Amazon RDS for SQL Server and Aurora PostgreSQLA minimum of 10–12 years of overall database administration experience is required, with at least 3–5 of those years in AWS managed services production environmentsDemonstrated experience executing database migrations using AWS Database Migration Service (DMS) and AWS Schema Conversion Tool (SCT), including both homogeneous and heterogeneous migrationsProficiency in AWS database security and governance tooling, including Secrets Manager, IAM database authentication, KMS encryption, VPC and Security Group configuration, and RDS ProxySolid working knowledge of AWS-native monitoring and observability tools: CloudWatch, RDS Performance Insights, AWS DevOps Guru, and AWS Cost ExplorerProficiency in Infrastructure as Code using Terraform for AWS managed service provisioningWorking knowledge of AWS cloud infrastructure as it relates to database systemsHands-on experience migrating Microsoft SQL Server and PostgreSQL workloads to AWS managed servicesDemonstrated ability to contribute to technology strategy, platform evaluation, and enterprise database standardsExperience with Aurora Serverless v2, DynamoDB Streams, or event-driven data architecture patterns on AWSFamiliarity with AWS Organizations, Control Tower, and enterprise landing zone governance as it relates to database workloadsExperience with AWS cost optimization strategies, including Reserved Instances, Savings Plans, and database right-sizingProven record of leading database teams through multi-year cloud migration programsBackground in Windows, Linux, and cloud-native service configurations supporting high-availability and disaster recovery database environmentsFamiliarity with the Strangler Fig pattern and its application to database modernizationBenefitsFull benefits starting Day 1: Medical, Dental, and Vision401(k) with company matchUnlimited Flex Time Off plus 10 company-paid holidaysRemote-first role with monthly communication stipendProfessional development programs, tuition assistance, and quarterly book programFree wellness coaching and pet insuranceHome office equipment stipendEmployee resource groups and exclusive employee discountsCompany OverviewPlaying our part right from the start. It was founded in 2000, and is headquartered in Fairlawn, Ohio, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.oeconnection.com/.Company H1B SponsorshipOEC has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2022, 2 in 2021, 1 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.