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Java Developer with Postgres experience

Washington, DC · On-site

$57.75 - $74.75/hr

Java Developer with Postgres experience Location: Washington, DC Duration: 6 Months Plus Must be local Phone then In Person required Must have Postgres experience The main skills for these Java ...

Cayuse Holdings, LLC

Postgres Database Administrator

Washington, DC · On-site

$140K - $142K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Overview The Postgres Database Administrator, Senior, will support the database operations for our client to strengthen and expand the client's production environment. This role will ensure the ...

USM

Urgent Need Oracle DBA with Postgres exp

Denver, CO · On-site

$52.25 - $71/hr

Oracle / Postgres DBA Interview Process: Phone / In Person - REQUIRED Location: Denver CO Duration: 12 Months Required Skills: "We need to bring someone in to work horizontally across all our ...

Softratech LLC

Oracle Postgres DBA

Gold River, CA · On-site

$51.50 - $70/hr

Required Skills - Oracle DBA, Performance Tuning Experience, Aurora Postgres, Aurora MySQL, Delphix Masking, Delphix Virtualization Designing and maintaining schemas based on business and application ...

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Cayuse Holdings

Postgres Database Administrator

Washington, DC · On-site

$140K - $142K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Overview The Postgres Database Administrator, Senior, will support the database operations for our client to strengthen and expand the client's production environment. This role will ensure the ...

Cayuse Holdings

Postgres Database Administrator

Washington, DC · On-site

$140K - $142K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Postgres Database Administrator, Senior, will support the database operations for our client to strengthen and expand the client's production environment. This role will ensure the performance ...

Leidos

Postgres SQL Database Administrator

Ashburn, VA · On-site

$107K - $195K/yr

The Homeland Sector within Leidos is seeking a Postgres SQL Database Administrator with strong systems, software, cloud, and Agile experience to support the Passenger Systems Program Directorate ...

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How much do postgres jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for postgres in the United States is $58.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50.48 and $65.14 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a PostgreSQL Database Administrator, you need strong expertise in relational database management, SQL proficiency, and a background in computer science or information technology. Familiarity with tools like pgAdmin, command-line utilities, and experience with backup, recovery, and performance tuning are typically required, along with relevant certifications such as PostgreSQL Certified Professional. Analytical problem-solving, attention to detail, and effective communication are essential soft skills for collaborating with development teams and troubleshooting issues. These skills are crucial for ensuring database reliability, optimizing performance, and supporting the data needs of organizations.

What are some common challenges faced by Postgres database administrators and how can they be addressed?

Postgres Database Administrators often encounter challenges such as managing database performance, ensuring data security, and planning for scalability. Tuning queries and indexing strategies are crucial for maintaining optimal performance, especially as data volume grows. Security is another key focus, requiring regular updates, user access management, and monitoring for vulnerabilities. Collaborating closely with development and operations teams helps address these challenges by streamlining deployment and troubleshooting processes. Continuous learning and leveraging the active Postgres community are also important for staying updated with best practices.

What is a Postgres administrator?

Postgres administrators, often called PostgreSQL DBAs, are professionals responsible for managing and maintaining PostgreSQL databases. Their duties include installing and configuring the database system, performing backups and recovery, optimizing queries, monitoring performance, and ensuring data security. They also handle user permissions, troubleshoot issues, and may assist in database design to support application development. Effective Postgres administrators help ensure that databases run smoothly, securely, and efficiently.
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Infographic showing various Postgres job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 77% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $120,804 per year, or $58.1 per hour.

Postgres Database Administrator (HYBRID)

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

Mechanicsburg, PA • Hybrid

$125K - $155K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.  Must be able to work in Mechanicsburg, PA 2x per week.


As a Postgres Database Administrator with AMERICAN SYSTEMS you will have the opportunity to do the following: Provide Subject Matter Expert (SME) support for Oracle and PostgreSQL in a traditional on-premise VMware environment and an AWS Cloud environment.

  • Provide PostgreSQL database management and life cycle support for a collaborative engineering tools environment.
  • Implement the conversion of existing databases to meet new release requirements.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of database management technology and investigates problems and inefficiencies in a well-established data base environment.
  • Determine the impact of new or revised software on system operations and applications.
  • Investigate factors such as amount of storage space consumed, access times, frequencies of reads and writes, and problems encountered by other application and systems programmers using the DBMS software.
  • Evaluate and determines alternatives, and initiates corrective action to recover/restore data and return system back to normal operations.
  • Administer day-to-day database operation and maintenance in an environment in which the system software is typically available from vendors and widely used.
  • Ensure the database efficiently collects, stores, and processes data.
  • Run utility routines/programs and investigate when reports indicate a decline in computer performance.
  • Develop and maintain security procedures to guard against unauthorized intrusion into databases.
  • Develop procedures and recommend methods to insure rapid access to all data.
  • Analyze use of archived data and develop ways to insure optimum use of existing systems.
  • Provide assistance to programmers/analysts in program development, testing, and implementation of modified programs.

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  • Must have or be able to obtain a Secret Clearance.
  • Must be able to work in Mechanicsburg, PA 2 times per week.
  • Experience with Postgres and Oracle.
  • COMPTIA Security + required
  • 4+ years of overall professional experience.

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $125,000.00/Yr. - USD $155,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.
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