Remote Senior Database Administrator

Description:

• Responsible for on-premises and Cloud database infrastructure administration.
• Ensure database services meet service levels for availability, recoverability, performance, and scalability.
• Design and manage database subsystems, including clustering and replication.
• Define and execute backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity procedures.
• Handle database compliance with industry standards and best practices.
• Establish monitoring standards and operational metrics to identify risks.
• Investigate production incidents and drive remediation initiatives.
• Collaborate with Developers, QA, and Support on database-related requests.
• Participate in on-call rotation for complex production issues.
• Apply cost reduction practices for Cloud database infrastructure.
• Conduct deep analysis of database performance issues.
• Oversee data migration projects and perform risk analysis.
• Drive innovation in database technologies.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience administering PostgreSQL in production environments.
• Proven experience with high-availability PostgreSQL architectures using Patroni.
• Hands-on experience with Amazon RDS for PostgreSQL and Amazon Aurora PostgreSQL.
• Strong expertise in backup and recovery strategies, including PITR.
• Solid understanding of PostgreSQL internals (MVCC, vacuuming, etc.).
• Extensive experience with performance monitoring and database tuning.
• Experience automating database processes using Ansible.
• Practical experience with PostgreSQL partitioning strategies.
• Strong knowledge of Linux operating systems relevant to database operation.
• Familiarity with database monitoring tools like Zabbix.
• Exposure to column-oriented database technologies like ClickHouse is a plus.

Benefits:

• Hybrid/remote work mode and flexible working hours.
• 24 days of paid vacation and additional wellness days.
• FitPass access and VIP medical insurance.
• Modern office with new equipment and recreational facilities.
• Teambuilding activities and corporate events.
• Professional training opportunities, including language courses and certifications.
• Social benefits like parental and referral bonuses, and gifts for employees.