Job Description PostgreSQL Database Administrator (DBA)
Location: Remote (LATAM only)
Type: Part-time Contractor hours per month)
About the Role
We are looking for a skilled PostgreSQL Database Administrator (DBA) to join our team on a part-time basis.
The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience managing PostgreSQL in production environments, with a focus on performance optimization, scalability, and reliability.
You will collaborate closely with engineering teams to ensure best practices in database design, configuration, and operations.
This engagement is expected to be 1020 hours per month, providing ongoing support and expert guidance.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze database performance, identifying inefficient queries and recommending optimizations.
- Evaluate current PostgreSQL clusters for appropriate sizing, scaling, and configuration.
- Perform PostgreSQL version upgrades and patching.
- Provide operational support and best practices guidance for Amazon RDS PostgreSQL environments.
- Advise engineering teams on schema design, indexing strategies, and query optimization.
Nice to Have
- Experience with Amazon Redshift administration and optimization.
- Familiarity with ETL pipelines and data integration workflows.
- Experience with disaster recovery planning, backup/restore, and high-availability configurations.
- Knowledge of monitoring tools (CloudWatch, pg_stat_statements, etc.).
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a PostgreSQL DBA in production environments.
- Strong expertise in RDS PostgreSQL, query optimization, and cluster management.
- Ability to communicate recommendations clearly and concisely to engineering teams.
Why Join Us?
- Paid in USD
- 100% remote work from anywhere in LATAM
- Local holidays off and paid
- Birthday off and paid
Interested?
If you meet the requirements and are excited about this opportunity, wed love to hear from you