Database Migration Architect

EPAM Systems; Argentina; Remote; ARS 139,364,000 - 201,304,000; Full time

Job summary

EPAM Systems Inc. is seeking a Database Migration Architect to lead the VMware-to-AWS migration of thousands of VMs. You will design and own target database platforms on Amazon RDS and Amazon Aurora, plan migrations with AWS DMS, and align each wave with VM cutovers through AWS MGN.

The role requires hands-on AWS architecture experience, strong DBA background, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. English proficiency and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in database migration and cloud environments.
• Senior/Lead/Manager-level experience preferred (5+ team members).
• Proven track record coordinating large-scale migrations and engagements.

Responsibilities

• Assess source database estates and plan target engines for RDS/Aurora.
• Plan and execute migrations to Amazon RDS/Aurora using AWS DMS (full load, CDC, cutover).
• Coordinate database cutovers with VM migration waves via AWS MGN.
• Design target DB architecture focusing on availability, backups, security, and cost efficiency.
• Right-size instances and storage; tune performance against source baselines.
• Document runbooks and handover procedures for operations teams.

Skills

AWS

AWS DMS

RDS

Aurora

MGN

CloudFormation

VPC

VMware vSphere

Database migration

Tools

CloudFormation

VPC

VMware vSphere

Job description

We are looking for a Database Migration Architect to join our team and lead the database tier of a large-scale VMware-to-AWS migration of nearly 6,000 virtual machines, delivered in waves of up to 600 VMs. The role designs and owns the target database platforms on Amazon RDS and Amazon Aurora, plans and executes database migrations with AWS Database Migration Service, and aligns each database wave with the VM cutover run through AWS Application Migration Service (MGN). The work is AWS-native: Amazon RDS, Amazon Aurora, AWS DMS, Amazon VPC, and AWS CloudFormation, operating within a multi-account landing zoneResponsibilitiesAssess source database estates, select appropriate target engines and migration strategies, and define the database migration approach for each wavePlan and execute homogeneous and heterogeneous database migrations to Amazon RDS and Amazon Aurora using AWS DMS, covering full load, change data capture, and cutover activitiesValidate migrated data accuracy and application connectivity, and define rollback procedures for each database cutoverDesign target database architecture with a focus on availability, backup, security, and cost efficiency, including Multi-AZ configuration, encryption, and parameter tuningRight-size database instances and storage, and tune performance of migrated databases against established source baselinesDocument database runbooks and handover procedures to enable operations teams to effectively run the migrated platformsDefine Amazon VPC connectivity, subnet, and security group design to meet the needs of database workloads within the landing zoneCoordinate database cutovers with VM migration waves executed through AWS MGN to ensure applications and data migrate in syncBuild and maintain AWS CloudFormation templates for database infrastructure to ensure consistent provisioning across every migration waveRequirementsA minimum of 5 years of relevant experienceAt least 2 years in Senior, Lead, Manager, or Owner-level rolesProven track record managing engagements for teams of 5 or more full-time employeesHands-on experience with AWS Application Migration Service for coordinating large-scale VM migrationsExperience using AWS CloudFormation to provision and manage infrastructure as codeStrong background with AWS Database Migration Service for planning and executing database migrationsProficiency with Amazon RDS for designing and managing relational database platformsSolid working knowledge of Amazon Web Services across core cloud infrastructure componentsBackground in DBA and cloud migration practices, with a strong understanding of database platform managementProfessional proficiency in English (C1) and a proactive, accountable approach to problem-solvingNice to haveExperience with AWS Aurora for designing and managing highly available, cloud-native database solutionsFamiliarity with Amazon VPC for configuring secure and reliable network connectivityBackground in database performance tuning to optimize speed and efficiency post-migrationExperience with VMware vSphere, supporting familiarity with source environments prior to migrationRelevant certification, which would be considered a valuable addition to your qualificationsWe offerInternational projects with top brandsWork with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peersHealthcare benefitsEmployee financial programsPaid time off and sick leaveUpskilling, reskilling and certification coursesUnlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ coursesGlobal career opportunitiesVolunteer and community involvement opportunitiesEPAM Employee GroupsAward-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn