Senior PostgreSQL DBA

The Senior PostgreSQL DBA will be responsible for deploying and maintaining PostgreSQL database clusters that will enable and enhance software products and systems used every day by large platforms, applications, and groups of users. 
 

Responsibilities:  

• The DBA should have knowledge of some industry standard PostgreSQL databases including creation and implementation of fully functional PostgreSQL database clusters (both in the cloud AWS RDS and on-premises), the ability to maintain multiple development, QA, and production PostgreSQL environments with experience in performance tuning. 
• Review existing configurations and installations and provide design decisions for improvements to platform environments. 
• Assist in planning and performing PostgreSQL database upgrades and migrations. 
• Perform production-level support and be part of the on-call rotation when required. 
• This position will be responsible for supporting new and existing PostgreSQL database systems, both internally and in future Cloud-managed instances, and will contribute to defining best practices in database administration and introducing innovation with automation. 
• Proficient with Linux operating systems, such as Ubuntu and RHEL. 
• Assist in implementing long-term strategic goals for database development with end users, managers, clients, and other stakeholders.  
• Perform debugging, tuning, and performance enhancement as well as automation of operational and continuous integration aspects of the PostgreSQL platform. 
• Independently analyzes, solves, and corrects issues in real-time, providing problem resolution end-to-end. 
   

 Requirements:  

• 5 or more years of related experience, maintenance, and administration of PostgreSQL databases.
• Previous SQL Server and/or Oracle database administration experience is a plus.
• Strong writing and verbal communication skills.  
• Displays excellent collaborative skills with cross-functional teams.
   

Company Offers:

• Long-term employment.
• Flexible timetable.
• Comfortable working conditions.
• Paid vacation and sick leaves.
• English lessons and gym budget.
• Competitive salary level.