Job Description-
Experienced Postgres Database Administrator to manage, maintain, and optimize PostgreSQL environments across on-premises and cloud platforms. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of PostgreSQL architecture, clustering technologies, and migration strategies, along with hands-on experience in performance tuning, backup/recovery, and disaster recovery procedures.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
· Proven experience as a Postgres Database Administrator in enterprise environments.
· Strong knowledge of PostgreSQL architecture, including WAL, MVCC, and vacuum processes.
· Hands-on experience with repmgr clustering, failover handling, and node recovery.
· Expertise in performance tuning, query optimization, and troubleshooting.
· Experience with migration strategies from on-premises to cloud platforms.
· Familiarity with Oracle DBA, RMAN, Goldengate, Exadata.
· Proficiency in backup, recovery, and disaster recovery planning.
· Working knowledge of logical replication and streaming replication.
· Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
· Experience with automation tools (Ansible, Terraform) for database deployments.
· Knowledge of monitoring tools like pgAdmin, Prometheus, or Grafana.
· Scripting skills in Shell, Python, or similar for automation.
Key Responsibilities:
Database Administration:
· Install, configure, and maintain PostgreSQL databases in production and non-production environments.
· Perform database refresh activities between environments as required.
· Execute patching and upgrade activities to ensure databases remain secure, stable, and up to date.
Architecture & Performance:
· Demonstrate a good understanding of PostgreSQL database architecture, including memory management, indexing, and query optimization.
· Handle performance issues by analyzing query execution plans, tuning configurations, and implementing best practices.
High Availability & Clustering:
· Implement and manage repmgr cluster technology for high availability and failover.
· Troubleshoot and resolve cluster node failure issues promptly to minimize downtime.
Migration & Cloud Integration:
· Design and execute migration strategies from on-prem to cloud environments.
· Knowledge of Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or Microsoft Azure for database hosting and services is a plus.
Backup & Recovery:
· Proficient in Database Backup, Recovery, and Disaster Recovery procedures, ensuring data integrity and business continuity.
· Implement logical and physical backup strategies using native PostgreSQL tools and third-party solutions.
Replication:
· Configure and manage logical replication for data synchronization across environments.
Pay: $50.00-$55.00 per hour
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Toronto, ON
