PostgreSQL Database Engineer / DBA

Altenar; Newport; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a talented PostgreSQL Database Engineer to enhance their dynamic team. In this exciting role, you will design and maintain robust PostgreSQL databases, ensuring optimal performance and reliability in high-load environments. You'll collaborate closely with developers to meet application requirements and tackle database-related challenges. This innovative firm offers a supportive environment where your skills will contribute to cutting-edge solutions. If you're passionate about database technologies and eager to work with a multinational team of experts, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Good compensation

Health insurance

Gym discount

Corporate English lessons

Modern comfortable offices

Multinational team

Participation in professional events

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in RDBMS administration with a focus on PostgreSQL.
• Strong expertise in SQL query optimization and performance tuning.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain PostgreSQL databases for optimal performance.
• Collaborate with developers to ensure database design meets application needs.

Skills

SQL query optimization

Database performance tuning

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Experience in RDBMS administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

PostgreSQL

MS SQL

CI/CD

Job description

Altenar is an international IT company founded in 2011, with offices in Russia, Malta, Greece, Georgia, the Isle of Man, and Uruguay. We specialize in high-load software development and provide one of the best technology solutions worldwide.

We are seeking a highly skilled PostgreSQL Database Engineer / DBA to join our team.

The position implies working hand-in-hand with the various technical teams to build and support reliable and scalable solutions at Altenar.

The responsibility area requires a deep understanding of data structuring and experience in developing and administering PostgreSQL and some experience with MS SQL databases.

If that’s what you’re looking for we’ll be glad to work with you!

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain PostgreSQL databases
• Optimize database performance through query optimization, indexing, and tuning
• Monitor and troubleshoot database-related issues and provide solutions
• Work with developers to ensure database design meets application requirements
• Manage database security, backup, and recovery procedures
• Collaborate with other IT professionals to implement database solutions
• Support highly-available systems in constantly growing workload environments
• Continuously update core knowledge and skills in the RDBMS area
• Contribute to and maintain documentation for the solutions provided

What we expect from you:

• 3+ years of experience in RDBMS administration
• Expertise in SQL query optimization, performance tuning, and monitoring
• Knowledge of high-load systems and experience in design and implementation
• Experience in configuring PostgreSQL for performance patterns
• Experience in building CI / CD
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with other team members
• Proficient in spoken and written English
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field

Benefits:

• Good compensation
• Health insurance
• Gym discount
• Corporate English lessons
• Modern comfortable offices in Saint Julians
• Multinational team with experts around the world
• Participating in professional events and corporate events