Middle/Senior Database Administrator

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Qualifications:

3+ years of experience managing PostgreSQL database clusters, ideally with EDB PostgreSQL., Proven experience in backup and recovery processes, performance tuning, and issue resolution in complex environments., Practical experience with PostgreSQL load balancing and connection pooling tools (e.g., HAProxy, PgBouncer)., Strong background in Linux system administration (RedHat, Ubuntu) and advanced level of German and English..

Key responsibilities:

  • Administer, monitor, and optimize PostgreSQL database clusters.
  • Design, implement, and regularly test robust backup and disaster recovery solutions.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver resilient and scalable database solutions.
  • Participate in the on-call rotation providing operational support and incident response as needed.

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Job description

Company Description

We are looking for a skilled and proactive Middle/Senior Database Administrator to oversee and optimize database environments across production, testing, and development systems. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring high database performance, maximum uptime, and robust backup and recovery processes. 

Are you interested in this opportunity? Join us! 

Job Description
  • Administer, monitor, and optimize PostgreSQL database clusters, with a preference for experience in EDB PostgreSQL environments 
  • Design, implement, and regularly test robust backup and disaster recovery solutions to ensure data integrity and business continuity 
  • Perform advanced performance tuning, troubleshooting, and debugging within complex enterprise-grade environments 
  • Configure, deploy, and maintain load balancing and connection pooling solutions (such as HAProxy and PgBouncer) to ensure high availability and optimal performance 
  • Install, configure, and maintain supporting infrastructure at the Linux OS level (primarily RedHat and Ubuntu distributions) 
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including development, DevOps, and infrastructure groups, to deliver resilient and scalable database solutions 
  • Participate in the on-call rotation after completing onboarding, providing operational support and incident response as needed 
  • Proactively drive continuous improvements in database security, system availability, automation, and operational efficiency 

Qualifications
  • 3+ years of experience managing PostgreSQL database clusters, ideally with EDB PostgreSQL 
  • Proven experience in backup and recovery processes, performance tuning, and issue resolution in complex environments 
  • Practical experience with PostgreSQL load balancing and connection pooling tools (e.g., HAProxy, PgBouncer) 
  • Strong background in Linux system administration (RedHat, Ubuntu) 
  • Advanced level of German and English

Additional Information

PERSONAL PROFILE

  • Strong team player with excellent communication and collaboration skills 
  • Willingness to work partially onsite 
  • Readiness to participate in on-call rotations after completing training

Required profile

Experience

Spoken language(s):
GermanEnglish
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Other Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Collaboration
  • Communication

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