Database Platform Administrator (PostgreSQL)

We are looking for a Database Platform Administrator (PostgreSQL) to join our client s database platform team in a large enterprise environment. The role focuses on operating and developing a PostgreSQL platform that supports business-critical systems. You will work directly within the client s team in a long-term, fully remote setup. Responsibilities • Install, configure, and maintain PostgreSQL servers. • Configure database security and server parameters. • Set up and maintain backup and restore mechanisms, including WAL and Point-in-Time Recovery (PITR). • Configure and operate streaming and logical replication, failover, and high-availability solutions. • Optimize database performance (query tuning, indexing, partitioning, autovacuum, planner analysis). • Monitor databases, collect metrics and logs, and troubleshoot performance or stability issues. • Perform minor and major PostgreSQL upgrades and migrations, ensuring extension compatibility. • Use PL/pgSQL and PostgreSQL client tools (e.g. psql) in day-to-day work. Requirements • Hands-on experience administering PostgreSQL in production environments. • Solid understanding of PostgreSQL internals, replication, and backup mechanisms. • Experience with performance tuning and troubleshooting. • Knowledge of high-availability and disaster recovery concepts. • Experience working as part of a client-side or in-house database team. • Communicative level of English. What we offer • Fully remote work. • Long-term cooperation as part of the client s internal team. • Work on stable, business-critical systems in an enterprise environment. • Real influence on the reliability, performance, and evolution of the PostgreSQL platform. If you want to work remotely as part of a client s PostgreSQL platform team and are looking for a long-term role focused on real production systems, apply, and let s talk. Originally posted on Himalayas