The DBA team manages database availability, security, and performance, ensuring data integrity and efficient access. They handle backups and user permissions while providing proactive support. 

RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Develop and maintain database systems to ensure high availability and tailored performance for each user’s unique needs 
• Design databases that effectively address end-user information requirements 
• Manage user permissions and facilitate precise data distribution to ensure the right data reaches the right people, in the right format, at the right time 
• Utilize high-speed transaction recovery and robust backup procedures to safeguard data 
• Proactively reduce database downtime and fine-tune parameters for optimal query performance 
• Provide both proactive and responsive support for seamless data management
• Define, uphold, and document database policies, procedures, and best practices 
• Conduct regular tests and evaluations to uphold data security, privacy, and integrity 
• Monitor database performance continuously, making necessary changes and applying new patches and updates when needed 

REQUIREMENTS 

• Demonstrated experience in database administration, IT, database architecture, or a similar field 
• Expertise in PostgreSQL 
• Practical experience with database standards and end-user applications 
• Strong knowledge of data backup, recovery, security, integrity, and SQL or NoSQL engines 
• Familiarity with GNU/Linux server environments 
• Skilled in database design and documentation 
• Previous experience using DBA case tools (both frontend and backend) and third-party tools 
• Background in replication and load balancing technologies 
• Basic familiarity with programming languages 
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think algorithmically 
• BS degree in computer science or a related field, or relevant certification 

NICE TO HAVE 

• Proficiency in MySQL 
• Knowledge of cloud platforms like GCP and AWS 
• Familiarity with version control systems, including GitHub, Bitbucket, etc.