AWS Database Architect

Athios; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Athios in the United States is seeking an experienced AWS Database Architect to design, implement, optimize, and maintain cloud-native database solutions on AWS, ensuring high availability, performance, scalability, and security for enterprise data platforms.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Amazon RDS, Aurora, and DynamoDB, strong SQL tuning, backup and disaster recovery, and security best practices in cloud environments.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret clearance required.
• 3+ years of database engineering/administration experience.
• Hands-on experience with Amazon RDS and/or Aurora.
• Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, Oracle).
• Strong SQL skills, indexing, and performance tuning.
• Experience with backup and disaster recovery strategies.
• Basic AWS networking concepts (VPC, subnets, security groups).
• Encryption at rest and in transit experience.
• Scripting (Python, Bash).
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools.

Responsibilities

• Design scalable, secure, and highly available AWS database architectures.
• Deploy and manage AWS database services (RDS, Aurora, DynamoDB).
• Perform database performance tuning and capacity planning.
• Implement backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies.
• Manage migrations to AWS using DMS and SCT.
• Configure monitoring, alerts, and observability (CloudWatch, Insights).
• Automate provisioning and configuration using IaC (Terraform, CDK).
• Enforce database security best practices (KMS, IAM, network isolation).
• Support data replication, ETL, and data warehouse solutions.
• Troubleshoot production issues and document procedures.

Skills

AWS database services

SQL performance tuning

Terraform

Python scripting

Security clearance

Tools

Amazon RDS

Aurora

DynamoDB

CloudWatch

AWS CDK

Job description

Athios is seeking a skilled AWS Database Architect to design, implement, optimize, and maintain cloud-native database solutions in AWS. This role is responsible for ensuring high availability, performance, scalability, and security of enterprise data platforms. The ideal candidate has strong experience with AWS-managed database services and a deep understanding of database architecture, performance tuning, and operational excellence in cloud environments.

About Athios

ATHIOS is a Mission Support and Advisory Assistance service provider, founded on principles of Engagement and Versatility. The company began in September 2014 with the intent of providing highly specialized Information Technology (IT), Intelligence and Advanced Concept based support to customers in private and public sectors. Having served in the U.S. Army’s elite Special Operating Forces for over a decade, the founders created ATHIOS to engage in a wide range of IT and Intelligence assignments (Engagement), supporting the most complex and challenging requirements (Versatility) possible. Rooted firmly in its foundational principles, ATHIOS unfailingly provides work of exceptional caliber, renders exemplary customer support, and maintains the utmost ethical integrity, all while addressing the most intricate and demanding needs of its clientele.

At ATHIOS, our success is anchored in the unique blend of military and special operations technical expertise that we bring to almost every challenge. Drawing from the rich pool of concepts, methods, and practices of these elite communities, we tailor our services to precisely meet the needs of our clients.

Offering outsourced IT and Intelligence services, we extend our capabilities using Advanced Concepts and Technology to fulfill roles as high as a Chief Information Officer (CIO) through those of an Analyst. Our team of IT and Intelligence personnel boasts a diverse array of corporate and military experience derived from performing actual roles in the functional areas we support today. This wealth of knowledge and expertise is leveraged to provide our clients with the necessary support, whenever they need it no matter how complex the challenge may be.

Our team offers exceptional IT, Intelligence, Enterprise Automation, and Project Management support services, backed by extensive corporate and military experience. Having performed key roles in the areas we support, we possess a deep understanding of the nuances and complexities involved, as well as the efficiencies gained from the application of technology. This expertise empowers us to provide unparalleled support to our clients, addressing their needs promptly and effectively, regardless of the challenge.

Our motto encapsulates the spirit of embracing every challenge, engaging tasks with heartfelt dedication, and achieving goals with unwavering commitment. It reflects a company culture that values perseverance, empathy, and excellence in every endeavor.

ATHIOS……. “Embrace, Engage, Achieve - Conquering Challenges with Passion and Precision”

Description

Athios is seeking a skilled AWS Database Architect to design, implement, optimize, and maintain cloud-native database solutions in AWS. This role is responsible for ensuring high availability, performance, scalability, and security of enterprise data platforms. The ideal candidate has strong experience with AWS-managed database services and a deep understanding of database architecture, performance tuning, and operational excellence in cloud environments.

The position is 100% onsite and full-time, Monday-Friday with standard office hours.

Key Responsibilities:

• Experience working in C2E/C2S AWS
• Design and implement scalable, secure, and highly available database architectures in AWS
• Deploy and manage AWS database services including Amazon RDS (PostgreSQL), Aurora, DynamoDB
• Perform database performance tuning, query optimization, and capacity planning
• Implement backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies (Multi-AZ, cross-region replication, snapshots)
• Manage database migrations to AWS using tools such as AWS DMS and SCT
• Configure monitoring and alerting using CloudWatch, Enhanced Monitoring, Performance Insights, and third-party tools
• Automate database provisioning and configuration using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, AWS CDK Python)
• Implement database security best practices including encryption (KMS), IAM authentication, role-based access controls, and network isolation
• Support data replication, ETL integrations, and data warehouse solutions
• Troubleshoot production database issues and provide root cause analysi
• Maintain documentation for architecture, operational procedures, and compliance requirements

Requirements

• Must possess an active Top Secret Security Clearance
• 3+ years of experience in database engineering or database administration
• Strong hands-on experience with Amazon RDS and/or Aurora
• Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, Oracle)
• Strong SQL skills and understanding of indexing, query execution plans, and performance tuning
• Experience with backup and disaster recovery strategies
• Basic understanding of AWS networking concepts (VPC, subnets, security groups)
• Experience implementing encryption at rest and in transit
• Proficiency in scripting (Python, Bash)
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with DynamoDB and NoSQL database design
• Experience with Amazon Redshift or other data warehouse platforms
• Knowledge of database migration strategies and modernization approaches
• Experience with cross-account and cross-region database architectures
• Familiarity with high-compliance environments (NIST, SOC 2, HIPAA, etc.)