PostgreSQL Database Administrator/Developer
Peraton · UNAVAILABLE, UNAVAILABLE, US
About this role
## Peraton — PostgreSQL Database Administrator/Developer ### Responsibilities - Manage and maintain PostgreSQL databases on **AWS**, including monitoring, backups, upgrades, routine maintenance, and **disaster recovery** planning/testing. - Support the **migration from SQL Server to PostgreSQL** by converting and testing database objects and processes. - Partner with developers to write, review, and improve database code and keep databases running efficiently. - Plan, manage, and perform database deployments and releases across environments with development and operations teams. - Monitor database health and troubleshoot/resolve issues with DBA, development, operations, help desk, and reporting teams. - Improve security and data accuracy by following/enhancing security standards, access controls, and data quality checks. - Automate routine tasks, improve team processes, and keep shared documentation/procedures up to date. ### Qualifications **Required** - Bachelor’s degree + **5 years** experience, or **9 years** with a HS diploma/equivalent. - Hands-on **PostgreSQL** administration and database development experience. - Hands-on PostgreSQL on **AWS** (including **Amazon RDS for PostgreSQL** and self-managed databases on **EC2**). - Strong **SQL** and **PL/pgSQL** skills (query tuning and troubleshooting). - Working knowledge of backup/recovery, replication, and database security practices. - Scripting experience in **Python**, **PowerShell**, or similar. - Experience with **Microsoft SQL Server**. - Strong communication skills and a history of working well with developers, operations, and business users. - **US Citizen**. - Ability to obtain and maintain required **agency clearance**. **Preferred** - Hands-on experience migrating from **SQL Server to PostgreSQL**; familiarity with differences between **T-SQL** and **PL/pgSQL**. - Experience with **Git**, **CI/CD pipelines**, and automated deployment of infrastructure/database changes. - Familiarity with PostgreSQL admin tools (e.g., **psql, pgAdmin, pgBouncer, pgBackRest, Patroni, pgBadger**). - Experience with database IDEs and schema/data comparison tools (e.g., **DBeaver, DataGrip, VS Code, dbForge Schema Compare/Data Compare for PostgreSQL**). - Experience with **pgaudit**, **IAM database authentication**, and **KMS** encryption. - AWS certification (e.g., **AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate** or **AWS Certified Database – Specialty**). ### Salary Range - **$86,000 – $138,000** (typical range; final offer depends on experience, location, and other factors). ### Benefits - Medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, **401(k)**, **PTO**, and company-paid holidays. - More details: https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits ### Notes / Application - Application period estimated at **30 days** from the job posting date (may vary). - On-camera interview and identity verification may be required. - **AI tools are strictly prohibited** during Peraton interviews unless prior written authorization is obtained. *EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.*
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