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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # PostgreSQL database architect - **Company:** General Dynamics Information Technology - **Location:** Springfield, MO, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $112,840.0 - $142,600.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, CompTIA Security+, Databases, Database Analysis, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Open Source Technology, Oracle Databases, Oracle (Applications), Performance Tuning, Query Optimization, Role-Based Access Control, SQL Stored Procedures, Strategies of Testing, Database Migration, Information Technology, Database Backup - **Published:** September 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://gdit.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/External_Career_Site/job/USA-MO-St-Louis/PostgreSQL-Database-Architect_RQ224524-1/apply ## About the Role * Bachelors Degree in a Computer Science or related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical certifications or training, or work experience * 5 + years of related database analysis and/or administration experience. * PostgreSQL experience required. Oracle database administration a plus. * CompTIA Security+ or equivalent recommended. * Experience in PostgreSQL administration/tuning; including knowledge and implementation of database high-availability solutions and performance tuning * Experience in monitoring, creating, and managing PostgreSQL server agent alerts * Experience with Database backup, restore, migration, and Database snapshot technologies/strategies * Knowledge on how to build/maintain efficient database table structures for both transactional and warehouse data * Migration experience with Oracle, MySQL, and PostgresSQL, Years of Experience 5 + years of related experience * may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree Certification ## Description Own your opportunity to serve as a critical component of our nation's safety and security. Make an impact by using your expertise to protect our country from threats., Deliver insights to help our clients turn data into action as a PostgreSQL Database Architect at GDIT. Your work will provide transformative solutions to our clients' big-data obstacles and help advance the mission. Here, you can make a meaningful impact on our clients' mission and on your career. At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Database Architect you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on TS/SCI cleared Database Archtiect joining our team to support our intelligence customer in Springfield, VA or St. Louis, MO with a prefrence to St. Louis, MO. HOW A PostgreSQL DATABASE ANALYST WILL MAKE AN IMPACT General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) has an immediate need for a PostgreSQL database architect to analyze, design, develop, implement, and support database infrastructure deployment and management. The individual will work under limited supervision and perform additional duties as assigned to include, but not limited to: * Manages the functionality and efficiency of a group of servers running on one or more operating systems. * Maintains database integrity and security, configures role-based access control (RBAC), and sets up administrative accounts. * Sets up administrator and service accounts. * Maintain documentation for configurations, standards, and procedures * Interacts with users and evaluates vendor products. * Develops and monitors policies and standards for allocation related to the use of computing resources. * Develops and implements testing strategies and document results. * Provides advice on performance tuning and training to end-users. * Maintains current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned. * Evaluates open-source or vendor tools and participates in database migration/special modernization projects. * Collaborate with developers on schema design, query optimization, and stored procedures * Plan and execute database upgrades, patching, and migrations * Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements ## 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) - [MySQL Protocol Features You Should Be Aware Of](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100267-mysql-protocol-features-you-should-be-aware-of) - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [Branch your database like your code: How schema changes and pull requests go hand in hand](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/350-branch-your-database-like-your-code-how-schema-changes-and-pull-requests-go-hand-in-hand) - [Discover the open source trio you didn’t expect: .NET and PostgreSQL on Linux](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2042-discover-the-open-source-trio-you-didn-t-expect-net-and-postgresql-on-linux) - [Tracking vehicles at scale](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1999-tracking-vehicles-at-scale) ## 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) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market)