AWS Data Migration Engineer​/Architect

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Candidates can live within commutable distance to any Slalom office in the US. We have a hybrid and flexible environment.

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We are seeking an experienced Cloud Data Migration Architect with deep expertise in SQL Server, Oracle, DB2, or a combination of these platforms, to lead the design, migration, and optimization of scalable database solutions in the AWS cloud. This role will focus on modernizing on-premises database systems by architecting high-performance, secure, and reliable AWS-hosted solutions. As a key technical leader, you will work closely with data engineers, cloud architects, and business stakeholders to define data strategies, complex database migrations, build out ETL pipelines, and optimize performance across legacy and cloud-native environments.

• Design and optimize database solutions on AWS, including Amazon RDS, EC2-hosted instances, and advanced configurations like SQL Server Always On or Oracle RAC (Real Application Clusters).
• Lead and execute cloud database migrations using AWS Database Migration Service (DMS), Schema Conversion Tool (SCT), and custom automation tools.
• Architect high-performance database schemas, indexing strategies, partitioning models, and query optimization techniques.
• Optimize complex SQL queries, stored procedures, functions, and views to ensure performance and scalability in the cloud.
• Implement high-availability and disaster recovery (HA/DR) strategies including Always-On, Failover Clusters, Log Shipping, and Replication, tailored to each RDBMS.
• Ensure security best practices are followed including IAM-based access control, encryption, and compliance with industry standards.
• Collaborate with Dev Ops teams to implement Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform, Cloud Formation, or AWS CDK.
• Monitor performance using tools such as AWS Cloud Watch, Performance Insights, Query Store, Dynamic Management Views (DMVs), or Oracle-native tools.
• Work with software engineers and data teams to integrate cloud databases into enterprise applications and analytics platforms.
• Up to 30% regional travel may be required.

• 8+ years of experience in database architecture, design, and administration with at least one of the following: SQL Server, Oracle, or DB2.
• Expertise in one or more of the following RDBMS platforms:
  Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, DB2.
• Hands-on experience with AWS database services (RDS, EC2-hosted databases).
• Strong understanding of HA/DR solutions and cloud database design patterns.
• Experience with ETL development and data integration, using tools such as SSIS, AWS Glue, or custom solutions.
• Familiarity with AWS networking components (VPCs, security groups) and hybrid cloud connectivity.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills to resolve complex database and performance issues.
• Ability to work independently and lead database modernization initiatives in collaboration with engineering and client stakeholders.

• AWS certifications such as AWS Certified Database – Specialty or AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional.
• Experience with No
  
  SQL databases or hybrid data architectures.
• Knowledge of analytics and big data tools (e.g., Snowflake, Redshift, Athena, Power BI, Tableau).
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and serverless technologies (AWS Lambda, Fargate).
• Experience with DB2 on-premise or cloud-hosted environments.

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