PostgreSQL SRE: Reliability & Automation Lead

Barclays Bank PLC; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking a PostgreSQL SRE to monitor and maintain critical technology infrastructure while leading innovation in database administration. In this key role, you will drive the resolution of complex technical issues and collaborate with development teams to enhance operational reliability and performance. Candidates should have substantial experience with PostgreSQL and SRE practices, as well as proficiency in DevOps tools and automation techniques. This role can be based in our Knutsford or Glasgow office.

Qualifications

• Experience leading SRE practices in large organizations.
• Expertise in scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python, or Bash.
• Knowledge of data migration tools and software.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain critical technology infrastructure.
• Develop automation tools to optimize operational processes.
• Collaborate with development teams for improved performance.

Skills

Experience as a Database Administrator, focusing on PostgreSQL

Background in SRE practices

Hands-on experience with Containers and Kubernetes

Experience with DevOps automation tools

Tools

Code versioning (git)

JIRA

Ansible

Job description

A leading financial institution is seeking a PostgreSQL SRE to monitor and maintain critical technology infrastructure while leading innovation in database administration. In this key role, you will drive the resolution of complex technical issues and collaborate with development teams to enhance operational reliability and performance. Candidates should have substantial experience with PostgreSQL and SRE practices, as well as proficiency in DevOps tools and automation techniques. This role can be based in our Knutsford or Glasgow office.