Database Administrator (MySQL, Redis, PostgreSQL and MongoDB)
Jobs via DiceRole Overview
Jobs via Dice is hiring a mid-level Database Administrator (MySQL, Redis, PostgreSQL and MongoDB). This is a contract hybrid role, based in Englewood Cliffs. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
Resume Keywords to Include
Make sure these keywords appear in your resume to improve ATS scoring
Sign up free to auto-tailor your resume with all these keywords and get a higher ATS score
Job Description
Dice is the leading career destination for tech experts at every stage of their careers. Our client, EA Team, Inc., is seeking the following. Apply via Dice today!
Role: DBA
Location: Englewood Cliff, NJ
Hybrid: Yes, 3 days a week
Type: Contract
One in-person technical round at the client location
Mandatory Skills: MySQL, Redis, PostgreSQL and MongoDB
Job roles and responsibilities are based on my experience:
- This role requires strong knowledge of MySQL, Redis, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB. Most work is done in MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Redis.
- Candidates should have hands-on experience deploying, migrating, and experiencing blue-green deployments for upgrades and planning on EC2, AWS Aurora, RDS MySQL, and PostgreSQL.
- Experience in MongoDB is recommended but not mandatory, as the infrastructure is standardized and we rarely see requests.
- Experience in HAProxy, Keepalived configuration and management helps understand the infrastructure and excel.
- Strong replication knowledge and the ability to perform on-demand database refreshes from production to non-production are essential.
- Scripting knowledge, including strong shell scripting, knowledge of Ansible, and AWS CloudFormation, is recommended.
- Candidates may be expected to understand, tune and write stored procedures during interviews with the application management team and some leadership teams. So, this knowledge is recommended to crack the next level interview rounds
Job Description
- Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain MySQL, Redis, PostgreSQL and MongoDB databases in both on-premise and AWS environments.
- Manage Replication solutions for each Database based on application requirement for proper HighAvailability.
- Administer and Optimize AWS Managed database services (RDS, AURORA, ElastiCache, DynamoDB, S3, EC2).
- Automate routine tasks and infrastructure setup using tools like Ansible and AWS CloudFormation.
- Design and implement comprehensive monitoring and alerting systems (CloudWatch , PMM, Datadog, MonYog) to proactively identify performance bottlenecks and apply necessary optimizations or fixes.
- Perform daily maintenance, health checks, and capacity planning to ensure database reliability across all environments.
- Collaborate with application developers to design efficient schemas, optimize complex queries, and enhance database performance.
- Work closely with DevSecOps to ensure timely application of security patches and upgrades.
- Develop and manage robust backup and disaster recovery strategies ensuring minimal data loss and downtime.
- Generate ad-hoc reports and provide insights as requested by internal teams or stakeholders. Good with Shell Scripting or Python. Good with linux administration
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Database Administrator (MySQL, Redis, PostgreSQL and MongoDB) position at Jobs via Dice?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Jobs via Dice. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Is the Database Administrator (MySQL, Redis, PostgreSQL and MongoDB) role at Jobs via Dice remote or in-office?
This is a hybrid role based in Englewood Cliffs. Expect a mix of in-office and remote days, with the specific cadence set by the hiring manager.
What does a Database Administrator (MySQL, Redis, PostgreSQL and MongoDB) at Jobs via Dice earn?
Jobs via Dice has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Database Administrator (MySQL, Redis, PostgreSQL and MongoDB) role at Jobs via Dice posted?
This role was posted on April 23, 2026 (46 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
AI-powered job search
Get every job scored to your resume
Upload your resume and get jobs ranked, your resume tailored, and employee contacts found automatically.
Get Started FreeNo credit card to start