PostgreSQL Database Administrator - Senior

SiloSmashers • Washington, DC

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About The Position

Design and implement database architectures that support business requirements and achieve high performance, availability, and security. Oversee the installation, configuration, and maintenance of PostgreSQL databases. Conduct performance tuning of database systems, including queries, stored procedures, and indexing strategies. Develop and implement database backup, recovery, and failover procedures. Assist in the design and development of data models and database solutions. Collaborate with development teams to optimize database code in application layers. Provide guidance on database best practices to IT staff and other stakeholders. Ensure database infrastructure is up-to-date with the latest technology trends and security patches. Develop and maintain documentation regarding database configurations, architectures, and procedures. Serve as the point of contact for database-related queries and technical support.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• Strong expertise in PostgreSQL database administration, tuning, management, and security
• Proficiency in SQL and experience with PL/pgSQL or similar procedural language
• Familiarity with database design, documentation, and coding
• Previous experience with Linux/Unix and scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or Perl
• Knowledge of high availability and disaster recovery options for PostgreSQL
• Good understanding of hardware performance, memory and I/O
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and mentoring skills

Nice To Haves

• PostgreSQL certification (e.g., PostgreSQL Certified Engineer)
• Experience with cloud services (AWS, Azure, OCI) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Familiarity with other database systems (e.g. Oracle and MSSQL

Responsibilities

• Design and implement database architectures
• Oversee the installation, configuration, and maintenance of PostgreSQL databases
• Conduct performance tuning of database systems
• Develop and implement database backup, recovery, and failover procedures
• Assist in the design and development of data models and database solutions
• Collaborate with development teams to optimize database code in application layers
• Provide guidance on database best practices to IT staff and other stakeholders
• Ensure database infrastructure is up-to-date with the latest technology trends and security patches
• Develop and maintain documentation regarding database configurations, architectures, and procedures
• Serve as the point of contact for database-related queries and technical support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees