Senior Database Administrator

Description

We are seeking a **Senior Database Administrator** with strong expertise in **PostgreSQL and MySQL** to join our team. Experience with additional database technologies such as **SQL Server and MongoDB** is a strong advantage. This role also involves working with **cloud\-native database services** across providers such as **AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure**. Candidates with **database migration experience** will be given preference. **Key Responsibilities** * Design, configure, and maintain PostgreSQL and MySQL databases in production environments * Ensure high availability, disaster recovery, and performance optimization of database systems * Perform database migrations (on\-premises to cloud and cross\-cloud environments) * Troubleshoot and resolve database issues across development, testing, and production environments * Implement database monitoring, backup strategies, and security best practices * Collaborate with development, DevOps, and data teams on schema design, query tuning, and ETL pipelines * Participate in capacity planning, cost optimization, and automation initiatives * Document database systems, configurations, procedures, and runbooks Requirements: **Required Qualifications:** * 4 years of hands\-on experience with PostgreSQL in production environments * 4 years of experience with MySQL * Experience with at least one public cloud platform (AWS, GCP, or Azure), including managed database services (e.g., RDS, Cloud SQL) * Strong SQL skills with a solid understanding of indexing, query optimization, and partitioning * Proven knowledge of backup \& recovery strategies, replication, and high\-availability configurations * Proficiency in scripting and automation (e.g., Bash, Python, Ansible) * Experience supporting database migration projects (e.g., PostgreSQL to cloud, MongoDB to Atlas, SQL Server upgrades) * Familiarity with MongoDB, SQL Server, Neo4j, or other NoSQL databases * Experience with ETL tools, BigQuery, or data warehousing concepts * Relevant certifications (PostgreSQL, MySQL, AWS, GCP, or Azure) * Exposure to DevOps practices and infrastructure\-as\-code tools