PostgreSQL DBA II

Landis+Gyr; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

11 paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Pet insurance

Supplemental medical coverage

Job summary

Landis+Gyr AG is seeking a Database Administrator II to design, develop, and implement database technologies to support enterprise needs. The role requires strong PostgreSQL experience, Linux proficiency, and the ability to manage multiple projects with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.

We emphasize collaboration with cross-functional teams, production support, and cloud migrations, while maintaining security and data integrity.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of database administration experience.
• Strong PostgreSQL and Linux skills.
• Experience with database patching, upgrades and security.

Responsibilities

• Administer, maintain, and optimize PostgreSQL/EDB databases across enterprise environments.
• Production support, performance tuning, backup and recovery, high availability, disaster recovery, patching, upgrades, cloud migrations, security, monitoring, and automation.
• Troubleshoot database issues independently while collaborating with application and infrastructure teams.
• Develop and maintain databases based on specifications.
• Manage security of database structures and corporate data.

Skills

Communication skills

Tools

PostgreSQL

EDB

SQL

Linux

Job description

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At Landis+Gyr, we're helping shape the future of energy—making it more intelligent, resilient, and sustainable.

As a global energy technology leader, we're accelerating the energy evolution through purposeful innovation and trusted partnerships. Trusted by more than 2,000 utilities worldwide, our intelligent solutions connect devices, data, and decisions across the grid, helping customers modernize infrastructure, optimize operations, and deliver energy that is more reliable, resilient, accessible, safe, and sustainable.

Behind every solution is a team of approximately 3,300 employees across more than 40 countries who are passionate about solving complex challenges, driving innovation, and making a meaningful impact for our utility customers and the communities they serve.

Join Team Green and help shape the future of intelligent energy.

The Database Administrator II is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing new technologies, as required, to support the technical capabilities at Landis+Gyr. To be successful in this role one must be able to work effectively in a fluid, fast-paced environment. This role requires good communication skills, both with team members and business contacts. In addition, the successful Database Administrator must be able to work with minimal supervision on multiple concurrent projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for administering, maintaining, and optimizing PostgreSQL/EDB databases across enterprise environments.
• Key responsibilities include production support, performance tuning, backup and recovery, high availability, disaster recovery, database patching, upgrades, cloud migrations, security, monitoring, and automation.
• Requires hands-on PostgreSQL experience, strong SQL and Linux skills, and the ability to troubleshoot database issues independently while collaborating with application and infrastructure teams.
• Develop new or maintain existing databases based on specifications
• Resolve database performance issues, database capacity issues, replication, and other distributed data issues.
• Implement data models and database designs into physical databases.
• Manage security of database structures and corporate data held within databases
• Develop database procedures, triggers and SQL scripts in coordination with development teams.
• Develop and maintain a thorough knowledge of the assigned application(s), functional area(s) or project(s)

Company Values

Supports and adheres to Company’s core values.

Performs other duties or responsibilities as assigned or required.

Supports and adheres to Company’s Code of Conduct and Ethics Policy.

Represents Company in a positive, professional manner when working with both internal and external customers.

Education & Experience

Minimum Years of Experience: 2+ years of database administration experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to work with demanding customers and demonstrate PostgreSQL professional skills in a consulting manner
• Respond quickly and effectively to production issues and taking responsibility for seeing those issues through resolution
• Decisions have moderate effect on business

Working Conditions

• Typical indoor office environment with the majority of time spent sitting and working on a computer using keyboard, mouse, and monitor. Occasional use of other devices such as: phone, copier/printer/fax, etc.

Physical Requirements

• Typical office setting. Required to stand; walk; crouch; or handle objects. Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Ability to sit and view computer screen for long periods of time. The ability to see, hear, & speak in English. Reasonable accommodations provided for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Personal Protection Equipment/Other OHSA Safety Requirements

• Ensure the continued efforts and assist in achieving annual goals of health, safety, and environmental policies. Must be current with available OSHA/Safety Training provided by the Company. If required, must be able to work while wearing safety equipment such as hard hats, work boots, gloves, hearing protection, and others.

As a part of the Landis+Gyr family, employees are offered a comprehensive and competitive package of benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, and a 401(k)-retirement plan featuring a generous company match incentive. Additionally, we offer three (3) weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) as well as eleven (11) paid holidays. We also offer a tuition reimbursement program, optional pet insurance, supplemental medical coverage and a host of other perks to ensure the health, wellness, and enrichment of our team members.

Pay is in the range of $92,000 - $116,300per year. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, and certifications or other professional licenses held. All candidates are encouraged to apply.

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

We're committed to shaping a better future for everyone. Join Team Green and be part of what's next in energy. #TeamGreen