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Devops Database Engineer Jobs in Kentucky (NOW HIRING)

$39 - $53.25/hr

PostgreSQL Database DevOps Engineer Location: Remote (Must be able to work EST) Duration: DIRECT HIRE (must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship) We are seeking a PostgreSQL Database ...

Database Engineer We are currently seeking a Database Engineer (DE3) to provide technical expertise ... Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety ...

$200K - $225K/yr

Overview Database Engineer Warrenton/Tysons, VA TS/SCI with Poly At Bcore, our strength comes from ... operational support. Bcore accelerates decisive advantage for warfighters and intelligence ...

$78K - $106K/yr

CI/CD & DevOps for Data * Design and manage CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps for database changes, data pipelines, and data models. * Implement version control, automated deployments, and testing ...

$78K - $106K/yr

Job Summary We're seeking an experienced Senior Database Engineer to design, build, and scale ... Experience in an Agile/DevOps environment Education & Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in ...

What you'll achieve As a Postgres Database Engineer, you will architect Dell's global PostgreSQL platform strategy and build the autonomous tooling that enables self-healing database operations ...

About the Role We're looking for a skilled Database & Data Platform Engineer to join our Data ... Develop and maintain technical documentation, procedures, and operational standards. * Support ...

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Partner with DevOps/platform teams to automate provisioning, migrations, maintenance, and release ... database-backed services.**Collaboration, Enablement, and Documentation*** Collaborate with ...

$131K - $237K/yr

Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO ... Provide database engineering leadership for large distributed systems, ensuring robust design ...

Own the day-to-day reliability and operational health of Chaturbate's PostgreSQL environment ... Review database architecture for new products and significant engineering changes, providing ...

$85K - $141K/yr

... operational effectiveness. * Belong to a collaborative team dedicated to Advanced Analytics and ... Provide database engineering and database administration services to National Security clients.

Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability ... Database Engineer 3 Provides technical expertise for database design, development, implementation ...

$37.50 - $47.25/hr

The Developer DBA will work closely with application developers, architects, DevOps engineers, data engineers, Product Owners, Scrum teams, business stakeholders, and Federal partners to support ...

$39 - $53.25/hr

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Linux, CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes, database technologies, and DevOps security and integration tools. Key Responsibilities: * Develop ...

Principal Database Engineer wanted by a wireless & broadcast communications provider in Woburn, MA. Lead all aspects of the design, development, and delivery of database, business intelligence, data ...

$39 - $53.25/hr

DevOps Engineer We are seeking a skilled DevOps Engineer to join our dynamic software development ... Working knowledge of databases and SQL * Hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or container ...

$57K - $113K/yr

The Oracle Database Engineer troubleshoots problems that involve trade-offs between budget ... Work with multiple technology teams and facilitate collaboration across Development, Operational ...

$95K - $123K/yr

About the Role We are seeking a Senior DevOps Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and ... Plan and execute major database version upgrades and zero-downtime cutovers (e.g., Aurora MySQL ...

$78K - $106K/yr

... engineering, build automation Bank's CockroachDB Database-as-a-Service (DBaaS) platform. This ... Drive platform reliability and operational excellence through monitoring, observability ...

$95K - $123K/yr

As our founding DevOps hire, you'll bring that work together under a single owner and a clear ... Keep production databases reliable and performant, ensure backups are automated and validated ...

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Devops Database Engineer information

What is a DevOps database engineer?

DevOps Database Engineers are IT professionals who specialize in managing and optimizing databases within a DevOps framework. They bridge the gap between development, operations, and database administration by automating database processes, ensuring scalability, and maintaining data integrity. Their responsibilities typically include deploying database updates, monitoring performance, implementing security protocols, and supporting development teams with database needs. By integrating database management into the DevOps pipeline, they help organizations achieve faster software delivery and improved reliability.

How does a DevOps database engineer typically collaborate with development and operations teams in a cloud-based environment?

A DevOps Database Engineer works closely with both development and operations teams to ensure seamless integration and automation of database tasks within the CI/CD pipeline. They are often responsible for designing database deployment processes, monitoring performance, and troubleshooting issues proactively. Collaboration involves participating in sprint planning, sharing best practices for database automation, and providing guidance on cloud database services to optimize performance, security, and cost. This cross-functional approach helps teams deliver reliable, scalable applications efficiently in modern cloud environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a DevOps database engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a DevOps Database Engineer, you need a strong background in database administration, automation, scripting (such as Python or Bash), and experience with both relational and NoSQL databases. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, configuration management tools (like Ansible or Chef), and cloud platforms (such as AWS or Azure) is typically required, along with relevant certifications like AWS Certified Database or Microsoft Azure Database certifications. Excellent problem-solving abilities, collaboration, and strong communication skills help you work effectively across development and operations teams. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring database reliability, scalability, and seamless integration within modern DevOps workflows.

What is the difference between Devops Database Engineer vs Database Administrator?

AspectDevops Database EngineerDatabase Administrator
CertificationsCloud certifications, Linux, scriptingOracle, Microsoft, MySQL certifications
Work EnvironmentDevOps teams, cloud platforms, automation toolsData centers, on-premises servers, database systems
ResponsibilitiesAutomating deployment, integrating databases into CI/CD, managing cloud infrastructureMaintaining, backing up, and securing databases, performance tuning

The Devops Database Engineer focuses on integrating databases into automated workflows and cloud environments, emphasizing automation and continuous deployment. In contrast, the Database Administrator primarily manages and maintains database systems to ensure data integrity and performance. Both roles require database knowledge, but the Devops Database Engineer leans more toward automation and cloud integration, while the Database Administrator concentrates on database health and security.

Infographic showing various Devops Database Engineer job openings in Kentucky as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 2% Part Time, 7% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution.

PostgreSQL Database DevOps Engineer

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Pennant Solutions Group
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$39 - $53.25/hr

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Job description

PostgreSQL Database DevOps Engineer

Location: Remote (Must be able to work EST)
Duration:DIRECT HIRE(must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship)

We are seeking a PostgreSQL Database DevOps Engineer with strong experience in database CI/CD, PostgreSQL administration, and deployment automation. The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise supporting highly available PostgreSQL environments and implementing automated database deployment processes in enterprise environments.

Responsibilities:
  • Design, build, and maintain database CI/CD pipelines for PostgreSQL and SQL Server database environments.
  • Automate database deployments, schema migrations, and release management using tools such as Jenkins, Flyway, Redgate, or similar technologies.
  • Administer and support PostgreSQL databases in production environments.
  • Manage database backup and recovery strategies to ensure data protection and business continuity.
  • Configure and maintain PostgreSQL clustering, replication, failover, and high-availability solutions.
  • Support database scalability, performance tuning, monitoring, and capacity planning initiatives.
  • Analyze and optimize SQL queries to improve application and database performance.
  • Collaborate with development, DevOps, and infrastructure teams to implement database best practices and automation.
  • Support cloud-hosted database environments, preferably within Microsoft Azure.
Required Qualifications:
  • Strong experience implementing Database CI/CD processes and deployment automation.
  • Hands-on PostgreSQL database administration experience.
  • Experience with Jenkins, Flyway, Redgate, or similar database DevOps tools.
  • Expertise with PostgreSQL backup/recovery, clustering, replication, failover, and scaling.
  • Experience supporting relational database environments, including PostgreSQL and/or Microsoft SQL Server.
  • Strong troubleshooting and performance tuning skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with Microsoft Azure cloud platforms and database services.
  • SQL query optimization and database performance tuning experience.
  • Experience supporting both PostgreSQL and Microsoft SQL Server environments.
  • Experience with database monitoring and observability tools.
Nice to Have:
  • Experience running PostgreSQL in Kubernetes or containerized environments.
  • Experience with cloud-native database deployments and Kubernetes operators.
Keywords:

PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Database CI/CD, Jenkins, Flyway, Redgate, Azure, Database Automation, DevOps, SQL Performance Tuning, Replication, Clustering, Failover, High Availability, Kubernetes.

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