Principal DB Engineer: Data Platform & Monetization Remote

GitLab; Remote; IDR 300.000.000 - 400.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software firm is seeking a Principal Database Engineer to lead the database architecture for its PostgreSQL infrastructure. This role involves designing scalable solutions that support many users while ensuring reliability and performance. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in distributed systems and a strong understanding of PostgreSQL internals, along with collaborative skills to work effectively with engineering teams.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Remote work options

Equity opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience architecting and optimizing PostgreSQL in large-scale systems.
• Deep understanding of PostgreSQL internals.
• Proven track record with automated failover and monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Lead database architecture for GitLab.com's PostgreSQL infrastructure.
• Build proactive database health frameworks.
• Shape GitLab's database platform evolution.

Skills

PostgreSQL architecture

Distributed systems

Infrastructure-as-code

Collaboration

Query optimization

Job description

A leading software firm is seeking a Principal Database Engineer to lead the database architecture for its PostgreSQL infrastructure. This role involves designing scalable solutions that support many users while ensuring reliability and performance. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in distributed systems and a strong understanding of PostgreSQL internals, along with collaborative skills to work effectively with engineering teams.