Database Administrator

Presque Isle Downs, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Presque Isle Downs, Inc. is seeking a Database Administrator (DBA) to ensure reliability and performance of their database environments. The DBA will manage PostgreSQL and MongoDB systems, ensuring data integrity while supporting engineering teams through optimization and troubleshooting.

Key responsibilities include database maintenance, backup processes, and collaboration with software engineering teams. A Bachelor’s degree and 3-6 years of experience in database administration are required. This position is located in Austin, Texas.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience in database administration or related roles.
• Experience in gaming or regulated industries is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and optimize database performance across environments.
• Manage and maintain PostgreSQL and MongoDB systems.
• Design and implement backup and recovery processes.
• Collaborate with engineering teams throughout the development lifecycle.

Skills

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Database performance tuning

Query optimization

Backup and recovery methodologies

Database security best practices

Agile collaboration

Monitoring tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

AWS

Azure

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a Database Administrator (DBA) to support the reliability, performance, and scalability of our database environments. This role is responsible for managing and optimizing database systems, ensuring data integrity and availability, and supporting engineering teams through effective database design, monitoring, and troubleshooting.

The Database Administrator will work closely with Engineering, DevOps, and Product teams to ensure our data systems are performant, secure, and aligned with the needs of a growing, high-throughput platform. This role requires a balance of operational excellence, proactive monitoring, and continuous improvement, with a strong focus on maintaining uptime and supporting production environments.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Database Performance & Optimization

• Monitor, analyze, and optimize database performance across environments to ensure high availability and responsiveness
• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, including query optimization, indexing strategies, and resource utilization
• Partner with Engineering teams to improve database design and query efficiency

Database Administration & Maintenance

• Install, configure, and maintain database systems (PostgreSQL, MongoDB)
• Perform or automate routine database maintenance, including backups, restores, patching, and upgrades
• Ensure database environments are stable, secure, and aligned with best practices

Backup, Recovery & Data Integrity

• Design, implement, and maintain backup and recovery processes to ensure data protection and business continuity
• Regularly test and validate backup and disaster recovery procedures
• Ensure data integrity and consistency across systems, including replication and synchronization processes
• Support production environments by diagnosing and resolving database-related issues in a timely manner
• Participate in incident response efforts, including root cause analysis and post-incident documentation
• Collaborate with DevOps and Engineering teams to improve system reliability and prevent recurring issues

Security & Compliance

• Implement and maintain database security protocols, including access controls, encryption, and auditing
• Ensure database environments meet regulatory and compliance requirements relevant to the gaming industry
• Support internal and external audits as needed

Monitoring & Automation

• Implement and maintain monitoring solutions to proactively identify issues related to performance, capacity, and availability
• Automate routine database administration tasks to improve efficiency and reduce manual intervention
• Partner with IT and DevOps to integrate database monitoring and alerting into broader system observability

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Software Engineering teams to support database needs throughout the development lifecycle
• Provide guidance on database best practices, schema design, and data modeling
• Collaborate with Product and Analytics teams to ensure data structures support reporting and business intelligence needs

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong experience with relational databases, particularly PostgreSQL
• Experience with MongoDB
• Experience with database performance tuning, query optimization, and indexing strategies
• Familiarity with backup and recovery tools and methodologies
• Understanding of high-availability and disaster recovery architectures
• Experience working in production environments with uptime and reliability expectations
• Knowledge of database security best practices and compliance considerations
• Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools
• Experience collaborating with teams in Agile environments
• Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience)

3–6 years of experience in database administration or related roles

Experience in gaming, financial systems, or other regulated industries is a plus

Experience with cloud-based database environments (AWS, Azure) is a plus

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS

Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while working at a computer

Ability to respond to system issues outside of standard business hours as needed

Ability to communicate effectively in person, via phone, and through virtual platforms

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.