Database Engineer position at AgileEngine
Database Migration Specialist role with a $1,000 Sign-On Bonus.
Why Join Us
AgileEngine is an Inc.
5000 company that creates award‑winning software for Fortune 500 brands and trailblazing startups across 17+ industries.
Our people‑first culture has earned multiple Best Place to Work awards.
About the Role
As a Database Migration Specialist you will spearhead the transformation of cloud‑based databases into high‑performance, self‑hosted solutions, delivering cost savings and stronger operational control.
You’ll lead end‑to‑end migration strategies, optimize performance, and ensure robust security.
What You Will Do
- Plan & Assess – Audit current RDS setup, run cost analysis, define migration strategy, risk plan, and infra requirements.
- Build & Secure – Configure self‑hosted DB servers, implement HA clustering/replication, harden security, and deploy monitoring/alerting with automated backups.
- Migrate & Validate – Execute zero‑downtime migration, update app connections, verify data integrity, benchmark performance, and maintain rollback options.
- Document & Transfer – Deliver runbooks, dashboards, maintenance schedules, and conduct knowledge‑transfer sessions with internal teams.
- Maintain & Support – Provide ongoing optimization, backup/DR validation, and performance monitoring post‑migration.
Must Haves
- 5+ years of experience with database administration and migrations.
- Expert‑level knowledge of PostgreSQL and MySQL.
- Proven experience migrating from AWS RDS to self‑hosted solutions.
- Strong Linux system administration skills.
- Experience with database clustering and replication (e.g., RDS, Aurora, PostgreSQL, MySQL).
- Proficiency in backup and disaster recovery solutions.
- Infrastructure as Code experience (Terraform, Ansible, or similar).
- Upper‑Intermediate English level.
Nice to Haves
- Previous cost optimization projects with documented savings.
- Experience with database performance tuning and optimization.
- Knowledge of containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes).
- Familiarity with monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Zabbix).
- AWS to on‑premises migration experience.
- Database security and compliance best practices.
Perks and Benefits
- Professional growth – Accelerate your professional journey with mentorship, TechTalks, and personalized growth roadmaps.
- Competitive compensation – Competitive USD‑based compensation and budgets for education, fitness, and team activities.
- A selection of exciting projects – Projects with modern solutions development and Fortune 500 enterprises.
- Flextime – Tailor your schedule for an optimal work‑life balance, with options to work from home or the office.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function / Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
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