Database Administrator - PostgreSQL

Remote, USA • Full-time • Posted 2026-05-04

Administer, configure, and maintain PostgreSQL databases across multiple environments, ensuring high availability and security.
Perform regular database backups, recovery, and disaster recovery planning.
Monitor and tune database performance, including query optimization, index management, and resource utilization.
Troubleshoot database-related issues, including performance degradation, connectivity issues, and data integrity problems.
Work closely with application developers to design and implement efficient database schemas, queries, and indexing strategies.
Implement security policies and ensure compliance with internal and external regulations regarding data storage and access.
Perform routine database upgrades and patch management to ensure systems are up-to-date and secure.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize database systems for scalability and capacity planning.
Conduct performance analysis, capacity planning, and tuning to improve overall system performance and availability.
Maintain and troubleshoot database replication and clustering for high availability and disaster recovery solutions.
Provide technical support and mentoring to junior database team members.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
6+ years of hands-on experience managing PostgreSQL databases in production environments
Expertise in database design, optimization, and performance tuning in PostgreSQL
Solid understanding of SQL and experience with writing complex queries, stored procedures, and triggers
Proficiency with PostgreSQL administration tools and utilities such as pgAdmin, psql, and others
Experience with database backup and recovery strategies, including Point-in-Time Recovery (PITR)
Strong knowledge of replication (e.g., streaming replication, logical replication) and clustering
Familiarity with cloud-based database solutions (AWS RDS, Azure, Google Cloud, etc.)
Experience with monitoring tools (e.g., Prometheus, Nagios, or others) for database health checks
Solid understanding of security best practices and encryption methods for database systems
Knowledge of scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or Perl is a plus
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to work under pressure
Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with both technical and non-technical teams

Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – we’re all company owners!
Flexible spending accounts
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Life and accident insurance
Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
Employee Referral Program
Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
Personalized career growth plans for every employee

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