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Database Migration Engineer (MS SQL Server) – AWS Cloud Migration Expert at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

DCV Sabenza IT and Recruitment

  • R Undisclosed
  • Contract Senior position
  • Cape Town
  • Posted 04 May 2025 by DCV Sabenza IT and Recruitment
  • Expires in 8 days
  • Job 2607850 - Ref 878000004301213
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We are looking for a highly skilled and self-driven Database Migration Engineer (MS SQL Server) with extensive experience in large-scale cloud migrations to AWS. You will be a key player in transforming legacy systems by migrating mission-critical databases to RDS and EC2 environments. If you are passionate about cloud, automation, and database engineering, this is your chance to shine on an enterprise stage!


 


Key Responsibilities:


·       Lead and execute large-scale SQL Server database migrations from on-prem to AWS RDS and EC2 environments.


·       Develop, enhance, and follow structured migration runbooks to ensure seamless transitions.


·       Write and optimize T-SQL scripts for data transformation, performance tuning, and validation.


·       Perform pre-migration assessments, data mapping, backup/restore strategies, and post-migration verification.


·       Ensure data integrity, uptime, and security during and after migration in regulated/production environments.


·       Proactively identify and resolve performance, reliability, and compatibility issues during migrations.


·       Collaborate with cross-functional teams including application developers, cloud engineers, and security to align on delivery timelines and migration best practices.


·       Provide clear documentation for all migration activities, tooling, and processes.


·       Operate independently, with autonomy and accountability for successful delivery.




Requirements·       5+ years hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server (2012+)


·       Proven experience with large-scale SQL Server migrations to AWS (RDS and EC2).


·       Deep understanding of cloud data platforms, especially AWS Database Services.


·       Proficient in writing complex T-SQL queries, stored procedures, and data migration scripts.


·       Understanding of security best practices in data handling and migration.


·       Experience working in regulated and mission-critical environments.


·       Excellent problem-solving skills with a methodical and analytical mindset.


·       Ability to work independently and lead migration projects end-to-end.


 


Apply now to transform complex data systems into cloud-native success stories.




Desired Skills:

  • Microsoft SQL Server
  • AWS
  • RDS
  • EC2
  • Database

Desired Qualification Level:

  • Diploma

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Dedicated to the recruitment of IT professionals Sabenza iT is a South African registered business focusing on Finance, Engineering, SAP and general iT recruitment. We have over 18 years' experience in recruiting in South Africa, Australia, Europe, South America and Asia and have worked with a number of large companies offering the best service. We at Sabenza iT understands the changing market and we mold our services around each of our client's needs to offer a personal service. Sabenza iT has forged strong relationships with both Clients and Consultants by ensuring both parties get the most out of every placement. Our Head Office is based in South Africa and we have a satellite office in the UK so that we can keep in contact with expats who may consider returning to South Africa and so that we can offer our services globally for Consultants looking to go to South Africa and Consultants who are looking for opportunities abroad. We at Sabenza recognize the difference it makes to maintain good client relationships and we are keeping our client base niche and manageable in order to give the best service possible. We have gained a good reputation in the market place and have built a very large network and database of consultants that we draw from for each role. We are able to send applications within 24 hours of receiving a role profile or spec. We use one of the best Database software tools available to keep our database up to date and very fast to search. Sabenza iT does not only use job-sites, we headhunt and we use our network to find our clients the right Candidates. We have a strong Facebook presence and we have over 12,000 LinkedIn connections. For further information, please visit our website www.sabenzait.co.za or call me at any time on Tel: 0330040131.

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