PostgreSQL Database Administrator

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Junior PostgreSQL Database Administrator (DBA) to join our IT team. This role is ideal for someone beginning their career in database administration, with a keen interest in PostgreSQL databases. As a Junior DBA, you will assistin managing, maintaining, and optimizingour PostgreSQL databases under the guidance of senior staff, ensuring their performance, availability, and security. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Database Maintenance and Support: 

• Assistin routine database maintenance tasks such as backups, restores, and performance monitoring. 
• Help in implementing database upgrades, patches, and fixes under supervision. 

• Database Performance Monitoring: 

• Monitor database performance and assistin basic tuning under the guidance of senior DBAs. 
• Help in identifyingand resolving database performance issues. 

• Security and Compliance Support: 

• Assistin implementing database security measures, such as access controls. 
• Support compliance with data privacy regulations and best practices. 

• Collaboration and Learning: 

• Work closely with senior DBAs and development teams to learn best practices in database design and management. 
• Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas for system improvement. 

• Documentation: 

• Assistin maintainingdocumentation for database procedures and configurations. 
• Help in documenting database issues and resolutions. 

• Technical Support: 

• Provide basic technical support related to databases to internal teams. 
• Escalate complex issues to senior DBAs. 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience. 
• Basic understanding of database management systems, preferably PostgreSQL. 
• Familiaritywith SQL and an interest in learning about database optimization. 
• Basic knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) is a plus. 
• Good problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn. 
• Strong communicationskills and a team-oriented attitude. 
• Eagerness to grow and take on new challenges in a supportive environment.