Description
We are seeking an experienced Senior PostgreSQL Database Administrator (DBA) to join a collaborative and high-performing team supporting mission-critical systems.
The Senior PostgreSQL DBA will be responsible for the design, implementation, optimization, and ongoing administration of secure, highly available PostgreSQL.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, build, and maintain highly available, scalable PostgreSQL database environments.
- Architect and implement database high availability and disaster recovery solutions.
- Perform advanced database administration tasks including installation, configuration, upgrades, patching, and migration of PostgreSQL clusters and related components.
- Monitor and tune database performance, including query optimization, index strategy, memory and storage configuration, and operating system–level tuning.
- Implement and enforce database security best practices.
- Design and maintain backup and recovery strategies to meet RPO/RTO objectives, including regular testing of restore procedures and documentation.
- Collaborate with application development and DevOps/DevSecOps teams to support schema design and data modeling, ensuring optimal performance and scalability.
- Support and improve databases for provisioning, configuration management, and operational workflows.
- Troubleshoot complex database incidents and performance issues, performing root cause analysis and implementing durable corrective actions.
- Develop, maintain, and communicate database standards, best practices, and operational procedures.
- Provide advanced technical guidance and mentoring to development and operations teams on effective use of PostgreSQL, data access patterns, and performance optimization.
Requirements:
- Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility.
- Bachelor’s degree in a technology discipline (e.g., Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering) and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience;
- Significant hands-on experience in the design, deployment, operation, and maintenance of PostgreSQL databases in enterprise environments.
- Strong experience with:
- PostgreSQL installation, configuration, and lifecycle management across multiple environments.
- High availability and disaster recovery.
- Data modeling, schema design, and development best practices.
- Practical experience administering PostgreSQL in hybrid environments.
- Solid understanding of database security principles.
- Experience integrating PostgreSQL management into DevOps/DevSecOps workflows, including automation of backup, monitoring, and maintenance tasks.
- DoD 8140 IAT II compliant certification.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to design scalable, reliable, and secure database solutions to support enterprise applications.
The likely salary range for this position is $110,500 - $149,500.