We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior PostgreSQL Database Administrator to support the modernization and management of enterprise-grade database environments.

This role focuses on PostgreSQL (versions 13.x17.x) as the core DBMS, with strong expertise in replication, performance tuning, and high availability, and deep experience in Azure Cloud, particularly Azure Database for PostgreSQL Flexible Server.

You will work closely with SREs, developers, and architects to design, implement, and maintain scalable, secure, and resilient PostgreSQL solutions using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and DevOps methodologies.

This is a hands-on role with a strong emphasis on automation, observability, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities :

- Design, implement, and maintain PostgreSQL database environments across on-prem and cloud platforms (Azure).

- Support migration efforts from on-prem PostgreSQL to Azure Database for PostgreSQL Flexible Server and brand new greenfield implementations, ensuring zero downtime and optimal performance.

- Architect and implement HA/DR strategies, including streaming replication, logical replication, clustering, and backup/recovery solutions.

- Develop and maintain automated deployment pipelines using Terraform, Ansible, GitHub Actions, and other DevOps tools.

- Monitor and optimize database performance, availability, and cost using modern observability platforms (e.g., Grafana, DataDog, ELK, Splunk).

- Ensure database security through access controls, encryption, and compliance best practices.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support development and production environments.

- Provide on-call support for critical database issues and participate in incident response and root cause analysis. 24x7 availability when on-call rotation is expected.

- Maintain documentation, standards, and best practices for database operations and architecture.

Requirement :

- 7+ years of hands-on experience as a PostgreSQL DBA in Linux/Unix environments.

- Expert-level knowledge of PostgreSQL versions 13.x through 17.x, including replication, performance tuning, backup/recovery, and security administration.

- Proven experience with Azure Cloud, especially Azure Database for PostgreSQL Flexible Server, and general IaaS/PaaS database deployments.

- Strong scripting and automation skills using Python, Bash, Golang, or similar.

- Experience with DevOps tools: Terraform, Ansible, Chef, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD.

- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles.

- Experience with ETL processes, data warehousing, and disk system performance tuning.

- Knowledge of MySQL is a plus, especially in replication and performance tuning.

- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with a proactive mindset.

- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications :

- PostgreSQL Certification (EDB, PostgreSQL.org, or equivalent).

- Experience with cloud-native database monitoring and alerting.

- Familiarity with multi-region replication strategies and enterprise-grade database architectures.