> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2188662-senior-postgresql-database-administrator](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2188662-senior-postgresql-database-administrator). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior PostgreSQL Database Administrator - **Company:** Artmac Soft LLC - **Location:** Greer, SC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Bash Shell, Cluster Analysis, Data Integrity, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Recovery, Data Warehousing, Relational Databases, Database Security, DevOps, Perl (Programming Language), Monitoring of Systems, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, MongoDB, MySQL, NoSQL, Oracle (Applications), Performance Tuning, Query Optimization, Ansible, Prometheus, SQL Stored Procedures, SQL Databases, Data Streaming, Management of Software Versions, Datadog, Scripting, Grafana, Database Optimization, Amazon Relational Database Service, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Terraform - **Published:** August 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/usf6537c1cc1b3781630eccea5c97a6f36 ## About the Role * 8+ years of hands-on experience administering PostgreSQL in production environments * Strong expertise in PostgreSQL architecture, internals, and performance tuning * Proven experience with replication (streaming, logical), clustering, and high availability solutions (e.g., Patroni, repmgr, Pgpool-II) * Deep understanding of backup and recovery tools (pg_dump, pg_basebackup, pgBackRest, Barman, WAL archiving/PITR) * Expertise in query optimization, indexing strategies, and EXPLAIN/ANALYZE plan tuning * Solid experience with database security: roles, permissions, SSL/TLS, encryption at rest/in transit * Strong scripting skills (Bash, Python, or Perl) for automation * Experience with monitoring tools (pgAdmin, pg_stat_statements, Prometheus/Grafana, Datadog, or similar) * Solid understanding of SQL and PL/pgSQL for stored procedures, triggers, and functions * Experience with version upgrades and major migration projects * Experience with cloud-managed PostgreSQL services (AWS RDS/Aurora) * Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, Ansible) * Knowledge of other RDBMS/NoSQL systems (MySQL, MongoDB, Oracle) for cross-platform environments * Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices * Experience with data warehousing or ETL pipelines * PostgreSQL certification is preferred. * Strong troubleshooting skills for performance, connectivity, and data integrity issues Qualification: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. ## Related Videos - [Optimizing Discovery: PostgreSQL's Role in Transforming GetYourGuide's Search](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1647-optimizing-discovery-postgresql-s-role-in-transforming-getyourguide-s-search) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [MySQL Protocol Features You Should Be Aware Of](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100267-mysql-protocol-features-you-should-be-aware-of) - [Leveraging Real time data in FSIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/806-leveraging-real-time-data-in-fsis) - [DevOps Maturity Check – a way to balance autonomy and alignment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/58-devops-maturity-check-a-way-to-balance-autonomy-and-alignment) - [Coding for Good: Achieving social change with an app](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1645-coding-for-good-achieving-social-change-with-an-app) ## Related Articles - [Dev Digest 168: Hacking Postgres, Blocking Meta and Fixing CSS](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/588-dev-digest-168-hacking-postgres-blocking-meta-and-fixing-css) - [Everything a Developer Needs to Know About MCP with Neo4j](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/604-everything-a-developer-needs-to-know-about-mcp-with-neo4j) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [20 Essential Tools For Backend Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/218-20-essential-tools-for-backend-development) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Dev Digest 162: AI careers, MCP, AWS best practices & floppy sweaters](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/571-dev-digest-162-ai-careers-mcp-aws-best-practices-floppy-sweaters)