KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Application onboarding and configuring of database servers according to best practices.
- Designing and maintaining high availability solutions like replication and failover setups is vital to ensure database uptime. Engineers also plan for disaster recovery scenarios to minimize data loss.
- Schedule regular backups, test recovery procedures, and ensure data integrity to minimize downtime in case of system failures.
- Monitor database performance and identify bottlenecks or areas of improvement. This includes analysing query performance, optimizing database schema, and adjusting server settings to ensure optimal performance.
- Keeping PostgreSQL up to date with the latest patches and versions is crucial for security and feature enhancements. Support Engineers plan and execute upgrades carefully to avoid disruptions.
- Plan for database growth by assessing current usage patterns and making scaling recommendations.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- Relevant working experience in database administration and support
- Experience in Oracle, Microsoft SQL, MySQL, Yugabyte and/or PostgreSQL.
- Experience in cloud databases (e.g. AWS RDS).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong communications and interpersonal skills with stakeholders across levels
- Good vendor management skills, and knowledge of industry best practices
- Certifications in ITIL and above database technologies will be an advantage
