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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Automated Software Tester - **Company:** Everforth Apex - **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Confluence, JIRA, Information Systems, Databases, Data as a Services, Relational Databases, DevOps, Disaster Recovery, Monitoring of Systems, Python (Programming Language), Network Security, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Performance Tuning, Scrum Methodology, Shell Script, Cloud Platform System, System Availability, Containerization, Kubernetes, Information Technology, AWS Data Analytics, Data Management, Database Replication, Terraform, Docker, Programming Languages - **Published:** August 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/2203d7b3-165e-4257-b04e-9323a89f33a3 ## About the Role * 5+ years of experience managing AWS infrastructure with a focus on data services. * Strong hands-on experience with relational databases, particularly PostgreSQL and MySQL. * Experience with infrastructure as code, specifically Terraform. * Knowledge of AWS data services including DMS, Glue, and RDS/Aurora. * Solid understanding of database administration, including performance tuning and troubleshooting. * Experience with cloud cost management and FinOps practices. * Proficiency with Linux/Unix systems and shell scripting. * Experience with monitoring tools and implementing observability solutions. * Understanding of network security principles and best practices in cloud environments. * Bachelor in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or other related field. * Experience using agile tools, including Jira, Jira Align, and Confluence. * Scrum and ScaledAgile experience., * AWS certifications (Data Engineer, Solutions Architect). * Experience with database replication and high availability configurations. * Knowledge of data modeling and schema design. * Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes). * Understanding of disaster recovery and business continuity planning. * Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. * Knowledge of Python or other programming languages for automation. * PMI-ACP, CSM, SAFe, or equivalent certification. ## Description We are seeking a Platinum Engineer to lead the maintenance and optimization of our AWS data infrastructure. This role focuses on proactive improvements, regular maintenance, and ensuring the health and performance of our data platforms. 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