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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # AWS Database Administrator - **Company:** SGA Inc. - **Location:** New York, NY, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Backup Devices, Cloud Database, Databases, Database Queries, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, Performance Tuning, Windows PowerShell, SQL Databases, Scripting, Database Migration - **Published:** August 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/649de943-8e86-41e9-9bca-3e8a794d58b9 ## About the Role * 5+ years of hands-on experience in a Database Administration and support role * 3+ years of hands-on experience working in AWS cloud environments * Strong experience with: + SQL Server (RDS and EC2) + MySQL / Aurora MySQL * Advanced proficiency in SQL (complex queries, performance tuning, troubleshooting) * Strong understanding of cloud database design principles and AWS best practices * Experience supporting production environments, including incident response and escalation handling * Ability to perform root cause analysis and deep troubleshooting of database issues * Experience working in on-call support environments * Proficiency in at least one scripting language (Python, PowerShell, etc.) * Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally Preferred Skills * Financial services experience * Experience with ActiveBatch or similar scheduling/orchestration tools * AWS certifications * Experience supporting high-demand, operational environments with ad hoc requests * Exposure to both cloud and on-prem database environments ## Description Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for an AWS Cloud Database Administrator (DBA) for a contract assignment (potential RTH) with one of our premier Financial Services clients in Midtown , NYC . Hybrid: in-office 2 days/week., The AWS Database Administrator will be responsible for providing hands-on administration and support of SQL Server and MySQL platforms within AWS environments. This role is highly operational and support-driven, focused on ensuring database stability, performance, and responsiveness to ongoing business and application team needs. The ideal candidate will be a strong, hands-on DBA who can quickly ramp up and support a fast-paced environment with a mix of planned work and ad hoc requests. Responsibilities * Provide hands-on administration of SQL Server (RDS and EC2) and Aurora MySQL databases in AWS * Manage database environments including backups, health monitoring, security, and system performance * Support database migrations, implementations, maintenance, and troubleshooting across environments * Perform performance tuning and optimization of databases, queries, and infrastructure * Handle ad hoc support requests from application teams (backups, refreshes, troubleshooting, etc.) * Investigate and resolve database issues, including root cause analysis * Ensure all support requests are handled within defined SLAs and procedural requirements * Participate in on-call rotation, providing 24/7 support for incidents, outages, and escalations * Support after-hours work for deployments, system changes, and critical operations as needed * Collaborate with DBAs, application developers, and business users to meet database service needs ## Related Videos - [MySQL Protocol Features You Should Be Aware Of](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100267-mysql-protocol-features-you-should-be-aware-of) - [Hacking MSSQL on Cloud. 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