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Postgresql Database Administrator Jobs in California

Wise Skulls

PostgreSQL DBA

Irvine, CA · On-site

PostgreSQL DBA Location: Irvine CA (Hybrid) Duration: 6+ Months Implementation Partner: Infosys End Client: To Be Disclosed JD We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced PostgreSQL Database ...

Wise Skulls Corp.

PostgreSQL DBA - W2 role

Irvine, CA · On-site

PostgreSQL DBA Location: Irvine CA (Hybrid) Duration: 6+ Months Implementation Partner: Infosys End Client: To Be Disclosed JD We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced PostgreSQL Database ...

Bizoforce Inc

PostgreSQL - DBA

Irvine, CA · On-site

Role: PostgreSQL - DBA Location: Irvine, CA (On-Site) Duration: Long-Term Contract (C2C) Key Responsibilities Deep, hands-on expertise in Terraform (non-negotiable) or Terraform certification ...

Staffwing Inc

PostgreSQL DBA

San Jose, CA

... DBA to implement Postgres in BigData environment. This is a long term position with confirmed assignment for 6+ months. * Must have at least 3+ yrys of exp with Postgresql. * Must have at least 9+ ...

Staffwing Inc

PostgreSQL DBA

San Jose, CA · On-site

... DBA to implement Postgres in BigData environment. This is a long term position with confirmed assignment for 6+ months. * Must have at least 3+ yrys of exp with Postgresql. * Must have at least 9+ ...

VIMO INC.

Senior Database Administrator

Mountain View, CA · On-site +1

$150K - $170K/yr

We are looking for a Senior PostgreSQL Database Administrator to join our Vimo team. About The Role: As a Senior PostgreSQL Database Administrator, you will be responsible for the design ...

VIMO INC.

Senior Database Administrator

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$58.75 - $80.75/hr

We are looking for a Senior PostgreSQL Database Administrator to join our Vimo team. About The Role: As a Senior PostgreSQL Database Administrator, you will be responsible for the design ...

VIMO INC.

Senior Database Administrator

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$58.75 - $80.75/hr

We are looking for a Senior PostgreSQL Database Administrator to join our Vimo team. About The Role: As a Senior PostgreSQL Database Administrator, you will be responsible for the design ...

VIMO INC.

Senior Database Administrator

Mountain View, CA · On-site +1

$150K - $170K/yr

We are looking for a Senior PostgreSQL Database Administrator to join our Vimo team. About The Role: As a Senior PostgreSQL Database Administrator, you will be responsible for the design ...

Acess Global

Postgres DBA

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

Postgres DBA Location: Sunnyvale, CA/Austin, Tx Duration: 6 months Onsite role Role Descriptions ... PostgreSQL Experience Required: 6-8 ** All submissions must have LinkedIn id of Candidate*

Saalex

Database Administrator III

San Diego, CA · On-site

$115K - $160K/yr

Design, implement, and maintain enterprise database systems (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL ... Azure Database Administrator, or equivalent). Desired: * Experience supporting DoD or Navy programs ...

Saalex

Database Administrator III

San Diego, CA

$115K - $160K/yr

Design, implement, and maintain enterprise database systems (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL ... Azure Database Administrator, or equivalent). Desired: * Experience supporting DoD or Navy programs ...

Softratech LLC

Oracle DBA

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$55.25 - $75.25/hr

Role Title: Database Administrator Required Skills - Oracle DBA, Performance Tuning Experience ... Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL (AWS Aurora). Understanding of database architecture, schema design, and ...

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PostgreSQL DBA

Irvine, CA • On-site

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Job description

Title: PostgreSQL DBA
Location: Irvine CA (Hybrid)
Duration: 6+ Months
Implementation Partner: Infosys
End Client: To Be Disclosed
JD
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced PostgreSQL Database Administrator (DBA) with strong expertise in AWS. The candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day management of PostgreSQL databases and will lead efforts to migrate and optimize our database infrastructure in the AWS cloud. This role requires deep knowledge of PostgreSQL database administration and AWS services, particularly related to database migration, performance tuning, and high availability.
Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and execute migration of on-prem (SQL/Oracle) databases to AWS Cloud Environment (PostgreSQL).
  • Remediate code from SQL/Oracle to PostgreSQL.
  • Install, configure, and manage PostgreSQL databases across various versions.
  • Optimize database performance and ensure high availability and scalability.
  • Design and implement backup and recovery strategies using native database tools and AWS services.
  • Manage PostgreSQL replication (streaming replication, logical replication) and high availability setups.
  • Implement and maintain PostgreSQL security policies, roles, and privileges.
  • Monitor database health and performance using tools like pgAdmin, AWS CloudWatch, and other monitoring solutions.
  • Perform regular database maintenance tasks including vacuuming, indexing, and query optimization.
  • Configure and manage PostgreSQL on AWS
  • Utilize AWS services such as S3, IAM, CloudWatch, and DMS for database operations and migration.
  • Design and implement disaster recovery strategies, including Multi-AZ deployments and failover configurations.
  • Collaborate with development and infrastructure teams to support application requirements.
  • Document database environments, configurations, and procedures.

Certifications (Preferred but not mandatory)
  • PostgreSQL Certified Professional (or equivalent)
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate/Professional

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