A leading global organisation is looking for a Senior Database Administrator to join their infrastructure team supporting high-performance, large-scale database environments. You'll play a key role in maintaining PostgreSQL platforms, with additional exposure to Oracle and SQL Server.
This is a hands-on technical position focused on performance, availability, automation, and scalability across production, non-production, and disaster recovery environments.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage and monitor large, high-throughput PostgreSQL databases
* Implement replication, tuning, upgrades, patching, and backup strategies
* Contribute to automation and monitoring efforts to reduce manual intervention
* Collaborate with infrastructure, DevOps, and development teams globally
* Participate in HA/DR planning, testing, and documentation
* Maintain compliance with internal controls and change management
Key Skills & Experience
* 5–8 years' experience as a DBA in enterprise environments
* Advanced PostgreSQL expertise (replication, tuning, backup/recovery, partitioning)
* Experience with RHEL (preferably RHEL 9), clustering, and shell scripting
* Strong troubleshooting and performance optimization skills
* Experience with Oracle (Exadata/ODA, OEM, patching/migrations)
* Familiarity with Commvault, pgBackRest, or equivalent backup solutions
* Understanding of networking basics (firewalls, routing, protocols)
Why Apply?
* Work with cutting-edge database platforms in a globally distributed environment
* Be part of a high-performing, collaborative tech team
* Gain exposure to automation, HA/DR strategies, and enterprise architecture
* Hybrid flexibility with strong work-life balance
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Information Technology
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