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PostgreSQL Database Administrators

Xcede
2 hours ago
Contract
London
United Kingdom
PostgreSQL DBA

Remote/ASAP Start
SC Clearance Required
Initial 3 Month contract, High likelihood to extend
Inside IR35

We are currently supporting a client looking for 2x experienced PostgreSQL DBAs to join a business-critical AWS cloud programme. This is a hands-on operational DBA role focused on maintaining platform stability, performance, and availability within a live production environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support and maintain AWS PostgreSQL databases
  • Monitor database performance and platform health
  • Identify and resolve performance issues proactively
  • Carry out database optimisation and housekeeping
  • Reduce technical debt and improve operational stability
  • Communicate risks, issues, and service impacts to stakeholders
Required Experience

  • Strong PostgreSQL DBA experience
  • AWS cloud experience (RDS PostgreSQL/Aurora preferred)
  • Performance tuning and database optimisation
  • Production/live environment support
  • Monitoring and incident management experience
  • Active SC Clearance