Database Administrator

American Cybersystems, Inc.; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental/vision insurance

401(k)

HSA/FSA

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

PTO / sick time

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Innova Solutions027 is seeking a Database Administrator for a 6-month contract in Austin, TX with hybrid work. You will migrate legacy data to cloud-native MySQL (AWS RDS/Aurora), automate provisioning with Terraform, and integrate database workflows into CI/CD pipelines while ensuring performance and security.

Key responsibilities include data migrations, optimization, backups, and collaboration with development teams. Strong SQL, ETL, and cross-platform experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related field.
• 2-5 years of relevant experience in database administration.
• Willingness to support after-hours work when needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead migrations from legacy systems to cloud-based MySQL (AWS RDS/Aurora).
• Design ETL pipelines and optimize data transformations.
• Automate provisioning with Terraform and integrate into CI/CD workflows.

Skills

MySQL

Data migration

SQL

ETL

Terraform

Git

CI/CD

Linux/Windows

Analytical

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

MySQL

Amazon RDS/Aurora

Terraform

Git

CI/CD

Job description

A client of Innova Solutions is immediately hiring for a Database Administrator. Position type: Full-time, Contract Duration: 6 months, possible extension. Location: Austin, TX - Hybrid

Position Overview: As a Database Administrator driving migration and DevOps excellence, you'll play a pivotal part in shaping modern data ecosystems. Your mission? Seamlessly transition legacy data into powerful cloud-native environments while ensuring performance, security, and reliability at every stage. Working primarily with MySQL on Amazon RDS/Aurora, you'll orchestrate the movement of data from diverse legacy platforms into scalable, future-ready architectures. This is a hands-on role where automation, optimization, and problem-solving come together in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.

What You\'ll Do

Build & Transform

• Bring database environments to life by deploying and configuring systems aligned with application blueprints
• Lead full and incremental data migrations from legacy systems into cloud-based MySQL environments
• Design and implement ETL pipelines that power efficient and scalable data transformation

Automate & Innovate

• Drive automation using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) to streamline provisioning
• Embed database workflows into CI/CD pipelines using tools like Git
• Enable seamless, repeatable deployments across environments

Optimize & Maintain

• Monitor performance, availability, and health across production and non-production environments
• Troubleshoot and fine-tune databases for peak efficiency
• Manage backups, recovery, patching, and ongoing system maintenance

Secure & Scale

• Implement robust data security practices including access control, encryption, and auditing
• Design high availability and disaster recovery strategies (Multi-AZ, replication, etc.)
• Plan capacity and ensure optimal resource utilization

Collaborate & Support

• Partner with development and QA teams to support database needs across the lifecycle
• Deploy and manage reporting solutions using tools like Amazon QuickSight and other BI platforms
• Document processes to enable knowledge sharing and audit readiness
• Participate in on-call rotations and respond to critical incidents when needed

What You\'ll Bring

Core Expertise

• Hands-on experience with MySQL (must-have), especially in AWS RDS/Aurora environments
• Proven ability to migrate data from legacy or heterogeneous systems to the cloud
• Strong command over SQL, ETL processes, and data validation techniques
• Experience with Terraform, CI/CD pipelines, and version control (Git)

Technical Strength

• Expertise in performance tuning, monitoring, and troubleshooting
• Knowledge of backup, recovery, high availability, and disaster recovery practices
• Familiarity with AWS cloud ecosystem and hybrid environments
• Comfort working across Linux and Windows platforms

Personal Edge

• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-energy setting
• Excellent communication skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 2-5 years of relevant experience (flexible based on expertise)
• Willingness to support occasional after-hours work when needed

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience with Amazon Aurora (MySQL-compatible)
• Exposure to SQL Server and/or Oracle
• Familiarity with DevOps tools and monitoring platforms (CloudWatch, OpenSearch, etc.)
• Knowledge of automation/scripting (Python, Shell)
• Experience in regulated environments requiring compliance and audit readiness

Pay Range and Benefits

• Pay Range*: $55.00 - $57.14 per hour
• *Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.
• Benefits:

• Medical & pharmacy coverage
• Dental/vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Health saving account (HSA) and Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Short term and Long term Disability
• Accident & Critical illness coverage
• Pre-paid legal & ID theft protection
• Sick time
• other types of paid leaves (as required by law)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

About Innova Solutions

• Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Innova Solutions employs approximately 50,000 professionals worldwide and reports an annual revenue approaching $3 Billion.
• Through our global delivery centers across North America, Asia, and Europe, we deliver strategic technology and business transformation solutions to our clients, enabling them to operate as leaders within their fields.

Recent Recognitions

• Named One of America's Best Employers for New Grads by Forbes (2024)
• Named One of the Best Companies to Work for by U.S. News & World Report (Private Companies List, 2024-2025)
• One of the Largest IT Staffing Firms in the US - Ranked #3 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA, 2024)
• One of the Largest Staffing Firms in the US - Ranked #13 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA, 2024; includes Innova Solutions, Volt, & HireGenics)
• Named One of the Top Ten Private Companies in Atlanta by the Atlanta Business Chronicle (2023)
• One of the Largest Certified Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) in the United States (NMSDC, 2024)
• AWS Advanced Tier Services Partner with 100+ certifications

Referral Program

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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