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From:

Vinita Singh,

Tek Inspirations

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Role: Database Migration Specialist

Duration: : 6 month contract w/ possible extensions

Location: Hybrid- Boston MA hybrid 2- 3 days onsite

(LocaL Only )

Visa: all acceptable please send over visa in sub email

MOI: Skype

Job Description

: Sybase and MySQL to PostgreSQL or Redshift Database Migration Specialist

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced

Database Migration Specialist

to lead the migration of databases from

Sybase

and

MySQL

to

PostgreSQL

and

Amazon Redshift

. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, executing, and optimizing the migration process while ensuring data integrity, performance, and minimal downtime. This role requires a deep understanding of both transactional (

PostgreSQL

) and analytical (

Redshift

) database platforms, as well as hands-on experience with large-scale data migration projects.

Key Responsibilities

1.

Migration Planning and Strategy

Analyze the existing Sybase and MySQL environments, including schema structures, stored procedures, triggers, and dependencies.

Develop a detailed migration strategy, determining the best fit for PostgreSQL (transactional workloads) and Redshift (analytical workloads).

Plan for minimal downtime, data validation, and rollback strategies in case of migration issues.

2.

Schema and Data Migration

Use tools like AWS Schema Conversion Tool (SCT), pgLoader, Ora2Pg, and AWS Data Migration Service (DMS) to automate schema conversion and data migration.

Customize migration scripts to handle complex schema conversions, such as views, functions, and triggers.

Ensure data accuracy and integrity through robust data cleansing, transformation, and validation processes.

3.

Performance Optimization

Optimize PostgreSQL databases for transactional performance by fine-tuning indexes, partitioning, and query plans.

Enhance Redshift performance by optimizing distribution keys, sort keys, and using compression techniques.

Design and implement efficient ETL pipelines for Redshift using tools like AWS Glue, Matillion, or custom scripts.

4.

Testing and Validation

Develop and execute comprehensive testing plans, including functional testing, data validation, and performance benchmarking.

Validate data accuracy and integrity between source and target systems.

Address performance bottlenecks and ensure all applications and reporting tools work seamlessly post-migration.

5.

Post-Migration Support and Documentation

Provide ongoing support post-migration, including performance tuning and issue resolution.

Document migration processes, configurations, and best practices for future reference.

Train and mentor teams on the use of PostgreSQL and Redshift, including query optimization and database maintenance.

Qualifications

Technical Skills

Deep expertise in

Sybase

ASE/IQ,

MySQL

,

PostgreSQL

, and Amazon

Redshift

.

Proficiency with

database migration tools

such as AWS SCT, pgLoader, Ora2Pg, and AWS DMS.

Strong SQL

and

scripting

skills (e.g., Python, Bash, Perl) for custom

data migration

and automation tasks.

Knowledge of

PostgreSQL

-specific features like

PL

/

pgSQL

, partitioning, and JSON.

Experience with

Redshift

performance tuning, including distribution styles, sort keys, and query optimization.

Familiarity with

ETLtools

and

datapipeline

orchestration (e.g., AWS Glue, Apache Airflow, Talend).

Experience

7+ years of experience in

database administration

, or

migration

.

Proven experience in

migrating databases

from

Sybase

and

MySQL

to

PostgreSQL

and/or

Redshift

.

Hands-on experience with

large-scale data migration projects

, including both OLTP and OLAP systems.

Soft Skills

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to troubleshoot migration and performance issues.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams.

Ability to manage complex projects and meet tight deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

Certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect or AWS Certified Data Analytics Specialty.

Experience with real-time data replication and CDC (Change Data Capture) tools like Debezium or Kafka.

Knowledge of cloud infrastructure and services, particularly in AWS (e.g., EC2, S3, IAM).

Familiarity with containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes) for database deployment and testing.

Thanks and Regards,

Vinita Singh

Technical Recruiter

TEK Inspirations LLC |

13573 Tabasco Cat Trail, Frisco, TX 75035

E:
[email protected]

Contact No-

+ 1 469-205-(6817)

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