Database Administrator – PostgreSQL

Marsh; Ciudad de México; On-site; MXN 400,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Marsh is seeking a PostgreSQL-focused IT professional in a hybrid role based in Mexico. You will work on PostgreSQL databases, install and configure servers, manage users and roles, and coordinate with an offshore team across multiple regions. Strong English communication is required.

The role emphasizes hands-on database administration, backup/recovery planning, and working in a fast-paced environment within a large team setting.

Qualifications

• At least 2+ years of PostgreSQL experience.
• Experience planning and executing installation of PostgreSQL server.
• Experience implementing backup and recovery.
• Experience working in a Linux environment.

Responsibilities

• Install PostgreSQL on Linux servers.
• Create PostgreSQL databases and objects.
• Create, update, and drop users and roles.
• Understand PostgreSQL backup and recovery processes.
• Work closely with an offshore team to ensure smooth transition of work handover.
• Demonstrate proficiency in communication and a good level of English.

Skills

PostgreSQL

Linux

Backup and recovery

Database objects

English communication

Tools

pgAdmin

Job description

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Information Technology team at Marsh. This role will be based in Mexico. This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office.

This position is for a productive professional individual contributor in Information Technology, who works independently with minimal supervision. You will be part of a large team across AUS, UK, Canada & US responsible for significant databases & projects related to our PostgreSQL environment. We are offering an emerging and varied role and responsibilities in a fast-paced, ever-changing work environment.

We will count on you:

• Have experience installing PostgreSQL on Linux servers.
• Have hands on experience creating PostgreSQL databases and objects.
• Create, update, and drop users and roles.
• Understand PostgreSQL backup and recovery processes.
• Work closely with an offshore team to ensure smooth transition of work handover.
• Demonstrate proficiency in communication and a good level of English.

What you need to have:

• At least 2+ years of PostgreSQL experience.
• Experience planning and executing installation of PostgreSQL server.
• Experience implementing backup and recovery.
• Experience working in a Linux environment.

What makes you stand out:

• Performance tuning experience.
• Experience working with PostgreSQL and pgAdmin.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with good communication and writing skills.

Why join our team:

• We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders.
• We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact for colleagues, clients and communities.
• Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.

Marsh (NYSE: MRSH) is a global leader in risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting, advising clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of over $27 billion and more than 95,000 colleagues, Marsh helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit corporate.marsh.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X.

Marsh is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age, background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Marsh is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one "anchor day" per week on which their full team will be together in person.