Senior PostgreSQL Operations Specialist

2 weeks ago


Pretoria, South Africa Adzuna ZA B C2 Full time
Key Responsibilities:
  • Design and build a database access monitoring solution for PostgreSQL databases, both on-premises and in the cloud.
  • Collaborate with team members on system analysis, design, development, and testing within an agile/DevOps delivery model.
  • Implement automated test cases to ensure technical solutions meet expected outcomes and business objectives.
  • Prepare and document standard operating procedures, protocols, and system documentation.
  • Support operational excellence goals by resolving escalated support topics and ensuring high availability of critical applications.
  • Plan and execute upgrades of existing applications, tools, and features.
  • Configure DAM software according to requirements and conduct functionality and performance tests.
  • Operate DAM Tool in a 24 x 7 manner, ensuring high availability and continuous functionality.
  • Engage with support providers regarding PostgreSQL operational topics and oversee planned and ongoing tasks and activities related to the DAM Tool.
  • Build a cloud solution for Database Activity Monitoring, exploring different cloud technologies and PostgreSQL cloud solutions.
Essential Skills Requirements:
  • Experience with PostgreSQL in both on-premises and cloud environments.
  • In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with PostgreSQL, including installation, configuration, and performance tuning.
  • Strong understanding of PostgreSQL architecture, query optimization, and database administration.
  • Database security knowledge and familiarity with cloud technologies.
  • Experience with Linux, including Shell Scripting and VI skills.
  • Experience in administrating Java Web-Applications and scripting with XMLAPI functions.
  • Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
  • Work experience with incident management, change management, and problem management.
Advantageous Skills Requirements:
  • ITIL certification.
  • Basic experience with SPLUNK.
  • Experience with database auditing, logging, and monitoring.
  • Written and oral communication and presentation skills.
  • Knowledge of data modeling and data visualization tools.
  • Cloud Experience, familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
Qualifications/Experience:
  • BA/BS Degree in Information Technology, Engineering, or related discipline or equivalent professional experience.
  • 6+ years of total experience with 3+ years in a Mid to Senior role.
What The Client Offers:
  • Flexible working hours in a 12-month period.
  • High Work-Life balance with remote/on-site work location flexibility.
  • Affordable vehicle promotions.
  • Highly motivating, energetic, and fast-paced working environment.
  • Modern, state-of-the-art offices.
  • Dynamic Global Team collaboration.
  • Application of the Agile Working Model Methodology.
Note:

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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