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We are seeking an experienced AWS Database Migration Architect to lead complex, enterprise-scale database migration initiatives. In this role, you will design and execute migration strategies, drive technical leadership across cross-functional teams, and ensure the successful delivery of heterogeneous database migrations to AWS environments. You will play a pivotal role in shaping migration best practices while collaborating with enterprise customers and architecture stakeholders.
Responsibilities
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Lead end-to-end database migration initiatives, including assessment, planning, schema conversion, execution, and post-migration validation
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Design, configure, and manage AWS DMS and SCT environments while ensuring migration quality, performance, and reliability
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Author comprehensive migration runbooks that define execution procedures, validation checkpoints, rollback plans, and operational readiness activities
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Architect and implement Aurora PostgreSQL environments using Infrastructure as Code practices and AWS-native services
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Perform database migration assessments, dependency analysis, compatibility reviews, and migration strategy recommendations
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Collaborate with infrastructure, application, security, and platform teams to ensure successful migration outcomes
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Drive migration testing activities, including functional validation, performance testing, failover testing, and production readiness reviews
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Provide technical leadership and guidance to migration teams while ensuring adherence to AWS migration best practices and governance standards
Requirements
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13–20 years of professional experience in database architecture and migration delivery
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Hands-on expertise in AWS Database Migration Service (DMS) and AWS Schema Conversion Tool (SCT) for enterprise-scale database migrations
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Deep proficiency in SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and Aurora PostgreSQL environments, including migration planning, execution, and optimization
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Proven background in delivering heterogeneous database migrations across on-premises, cloud, and AWS environments
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Knowledge of production database operations, including backup and restore strategies, parameter tuning, performance optimization, and failover testing
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Capability to design and provision database infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform and AWS CloudFormation
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Skills in authoring and executing migration runbooks, validation plans, cutover procedures, rollback strategies, and post-migration stabilization activities
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Strong understanding of AWS database services, migration best practices, and integration with broader cloud migration programs
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Experience engaging directly with enterprise customers, architecture teams, and migration stakeholders to drive successful delivery outcomes
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Proficiency in English at an Upper-Intermediate level (B2) or higher
Nice to have
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Familiarity with AWS Application Migration Service (MGN) and database modernization programs
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Background in Aurora migration accelerators and CI/CD automation
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Exposure to AWS Professional Services style migration delivery engagements
We offer
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Opportunity to work on technical challenges that may impact across geographies
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Vast opportunities for self-development: online university, knowledge sharing opportunities globally, learning opportunities through external certifications
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Opportunity to share your ideas on international platforms
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Sponsored Tech Talks & Hackathons
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Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
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Possibility to relocate to any EPAM office for short and long-term projects
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Focused individual development
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Benefit package:
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Health benefits
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Retirement benefits
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Paid time off
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Flexible benefits
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Forums to explore beyond work passion (CSR, photography, painting, sports, etc.)
