PostgreSQL DBA: AWS Migrations & High Availability

Softcom Systems Inc; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading tech firm in California is seeking a PostgreSQL Database Administrator (DBA) with a strong background in AWS. The successful candidate will manage PostgreSQL databases, oversee migrations from SQL/Oracle to AWS, and ensure optimal database performance and high availability. This is a contract role requiring deep knowledge of PostgreSQL administration, AWS services, and database migration strategies. Certifications in PostgreSQL or AWS are preferred but not mandatory, making this a unique opportunity for skilled professionals.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in managing PostgreSQL databases in AWS.
• Experience in migrating SQL/Oracle databases to PostgreSQL.
• Deep knowledge of database performance tuning and high availability.

Responsibilities

• Lead migration of on-prem databases to AWS Cloud.
• Optimize database performance and ensure high availability.
• Document database environments, configurations, and procedures.

Skills

AWS cloud services

PostgreSQL database administration

Database migration

Performance tuning

High availability setups

Terraform

Education

PostgreSQL Certified Professional or equivalent

AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate/Professional

Tools

pgAdmin

AWS CloudWatch

Job description

A leading tech firm in California is seeking a PostgreSQL Database Administrator (DBA) with a strong background in AWS. The successful candidate will manage PostgreSQL databases, oversee migrations from SQL/Oracle to AWS, and ensure optimal database performance and high availability. This is a contract role requiring deep knowledge of PostgreSQL administration, AWS services, and database migration strategies. Certifications in PostgreSQL or AWS are preferred but not mandatory, making this a unique opportunity for skilled professionals.