#958 - Senior Database Engineer

Job Opportunity only available for professionals in Latin America

We're seeking a Senior Database Engineer to join a sprint-based DBA squad focused on transforming traditional database operations into a reliability-first, self–service–driven platform engineering function. This role is centered on database recoverability, lifecycle management, automation, and data modeling best practices, rather than routine operational or ticket-based support activities.

Responsibilities

• Own database reliability outcomes: availability, performance, recoverability
• Design and operationalize data-loss recovery procedures (restore workflows, validation, execution plans)
• Lead DB fleet lifecycle management (versions, patching, sizing, standards)
• Improve alerting, observability, incident response, and RCA
• Implement secure-by-default DB patterns (least privilege, encryption, auditability)
• Build self-service database capabilities to reduce support burden
• Pair daily with internal DBAs to model DBRE practices (observational learning)

Requirements

• Advanced English level for fluent communication (B2 or higher level)
• 10+ years in DBA / DBRE roles
• Deep hands-on experience with AWS RDS / Aurora
• Strong Postgres and/or MySQL expertise
• Proven experience executing restores and recovery under pressure
• Comfortable working in agile teams (standups, sprints, shared backlog)
• Automation-first mindset
• Good communication skills

Nice to have

• Kubernetes/EKS familiarity
• Compliance-heavy environments
• Cost-aware DB sizing patterns

What do we offer

• 100% Remote work.
• Competitive salary in USD.
• Type of contract: Independent Contractor with Venon Solutions LLC.
• Contract duration: Short-term 
• 2 weeks of PTO (paid time off).
• Holidays: from the Client's calendar (USA)
• Working hours: Full-time CST timezone, fully committed.