Senior Database Administrator (PostgreSQL)

Tabby

5d • Remote

About The Position

Tabby is seeking a Senior Database Administrator to join its Infrastructure team and build and maintain reliable, high-performance database systems at scale. The role involves solving challenging technical problems, improving database reliability and performance, and contributing to the infrastructure supporting Tabby’s growing business.

Requirements

• Proven hands-on PostgreSQL experience, including setup, replication, upgrades, monitoring, and performance tuning.
• Ability to write and optimize complex SQL queries.
• Experience with backup and recovery strategies, including Point-in-Time Recovery (PITR).
• Strong understanding of database design, documentation, and development best practices.
• Working knowledge of scripting or programming languages such as Bash, Python, or Go.
• Strong problem-solving skills and excellent communication abilities.
• Professional proficiency in English at B2 level or higher.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with ClickHouse.
• Experience managing DBaaS solutions on cloud platforms such as GCP or AWS.
• Experience migrating large databases across cloud platforms.
• Familiarity with modern DevOps practices, including Kubernetes, Terraform, and Helm.
• Experience with real-time data streaming technologies such as Debezium or Flink.
• Relevant certifications or formal training in database management.

Responsibilities

• Design, construct, install, and maintain large relational databases.
• Maintain database integrity and security, including backups and recovery procedures.
• Implement and manage disaster recovery and failover systems.
• Monitor database performance, implement changes, and apply patches and versions when required.
• Optimize queries for performance.
• Collaborate with development teams to optimize database usage.
• Set up and maintain database replication, clustering, mirroring, and other high-availability strategies.
• Use and understand tools such as PgBouncer and modern monitoring systems.
• Stay up to date with the latest database technologies and best practices.

Benefits

• Up to 20% tax allowance.
• 22 paid leave days annually.
• Stock options (ESOP).
• Flexible benefits for wellness, travel, or learning.
• Relocation support to hubs in Armenia, Georgia, Serbia, Portugal, and Spain, including flights, temporary accommodation, and legal setup.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed