Database Administrator (DocumentDB)

Database Administrator (AWS DocumentDB / MongoDB) – Inside IR35 – £425 per day – Remote First

We’re seeking an experienced Database Administrator (AWS DocumentDB / MongoDB) on a contract basis to support the transformation and modernisation of a high-profile e-commerce platform into a new AWS-native environment.

This role will focus on the administration, migration, optimisation, security, and ongoing operational performance of AWS DocumentDB, supporting the transition from legacy MongoDB environments into a scalable, secure, and fully supported cloud-native database platform.

This is a hands-on DBA role suited to someone with deep expertise in DocumentDB and MongoDB administration, strong AWS platform knowledge, and proven experience managing and migrating large-scale NoSQL database environments.

Person Requirements

• 8–10+ years’ experience as a Database Administrator / Database Engineer with strong NoSQL database expertise
• Deep hands-on experience administering AWS DocumentDB in production environments
• Strong MongoDB administration experience, including configuration, replication, backup/recovery, monitoring, optimisation, and troubleshooting
• Strong AWS knowledge across core infrastructure and database services
• Strong understanding of DocumentDB limitations, compatibility considerations, and operational best practices

Key Responsibilities

• Own the administration, migration, and optimisation of MongoDB environments into AWS DocumentDB
• Manage and maintain DocumentDB clusters, ensuring high availability, resilience, security, and operational stability
• Assess, troubleshoot, and remediate MongoDB to DocumentDB compatibility gaps
• Design and implement scalable, secure, and high-performing DocumentDB environments aligned with AWS best practices
• Lead database migration activities using AWS DMS and related tooling where required

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