PostgreSQL DBA

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Database Administrator to join their dynamic team. This hybrid role in Manchester offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies like MongoDB, PostgreSQL, and Oracle. You will be responsible for maintaining database integrity, implementing security measures, and collaborating with technical teams to ensure optimal performance. If you have a passion for data management and thrive in an Agile environment, this position is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience as a Database Administrator with MongoDB, PostgreSQL, or Oracle.
• Skills in maintaining databases, troubleshooting, and managing access.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement maintenance procedures for databases.
• Liaise with programmers and IT project managers to ensure database reliability.

Skills

Database Administration

MongoDB

PostgreSQL

Oracle

RDBMS

NoSQL

JSON

XML

Database Security

Agile/DevOps

Job description

Job Details

Start date: ASAP
Duration: 6 Months
Location: Hybrid in Manchester office
Rate: £457 per day inside IR35

Skills:

• Hands-on experience as a Database Administrator with MongoDB, PostgreSQL, or Oracle.
• Experience with database software to store, organize, and manage data.
• Expertise in RDBMS and NoSQL data stores, working with structures like JSON and XML.
• Experience in software development involving distributed data processing technologies such as Oracle, MongoDB, and PostgreSQL.
• Skills in maintaining databases, troubleshooting, designing and developing databases, and managing access.
• Ability to design and implement maintenance procedures.
• Experience liaising with programmers, operational staff, IT project managers, and other technical teams.
• Knowledge of database security, integrity, backup procedures, and security measures.

Secondary Skills

• Proficiency in writing reports, documentation, and operating manuals.
• Experience testing and modifying databases for reliable operation.
• Ability to develop disaster recovery plans and perform data archiving and housekeeping.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms and serverless architecture is preferable.
• Understanding of software design patterns and their applications.
• Knowledge of Kafka is advantageous.
• Experience working in an Agile/DevOps environment.
• Ability to mentor team members.
• Experience supporting database activities.