<p>We are seeking an experienced Senior PostgreSQL Database Developer to design, develop, and optimize complex database systems. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in PostgreSQL, with a proven track record of building scalable, high-performance database solutions to support enterprise-level applications.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p><br></p><p>Design, develop, and maintain PostgreSQL database schemas, ensuring optimal performance, scalability, and reliability.</p><p><br></p><p>Write and optimize complex SQL queries, stored procedures, triggers, and functions to support business applications.</p><p><br></p><p>Implement advanced PostgreSQL features, including indexing strategies (e.g., B-tree, GIN, GiST), partitioning, and full-text search.</p><p><br></p><p>Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with industry standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) through robust access controls and encryption.</p><p><br></p><p>Perform database performance tuning, query optimization, and monitoring to minimize latency and maximize throughput.</p><p><br></p><p>Design and implement high-availability solutions, including replication (logical and physical), failover, and clustering.</p><p><br></p><p>Collaborate with software engineers, data architects, and DevOps teams to integrate databases with application ecosystems.</p><p><br></p><p>Develop and maintain ETL pipelines for data migration and integration with external systems.</p><p><br></p><p>Troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues, including performance bottlenecks and data inconsistencies.</p><p><br></p><p>Mentor junior developers and provide technical guidance on PostgreSQL best practices.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>

<p>Required Skills and Qualifications</p><p><br></p><p>Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).</p><p><br></p><p>5+ years of experience in database development, with at least 5 years focused on PostgreSQL.</p><p><br></p><p>Expert-level knowledge of PostgreSQL architecture, including query planning, MVCC, and WAL.</p><p><br></p><p>Proficiency in writing complex SQL queries, PL/pgSQL, and optimizing query execution plans.</p><p><br></p><p>Strong experience with PostgreSQL extensions (e.g., PostGIS, TimescaleDB) and advanced features like JSONB and window functions.</p><p><br></p><p>In-depth understanding of database indexing, partitioning, and performance tuning techniques.</p><p><br></p><p>Experience with high-availability setups, such as streaming replication, logical replication, and PgBouncer.</p><p><br></p><p>Familiarity with database security practices, including role-based access control (RBAC), SSL/TLS, and row-level security.</p><p><br></p><p>Hands-on experience with database monitoring tools (e.g., pg_stat_statements, Prometheus) and backup/recovery solutions (e.g., pgBackRest, Barman).</p><p><br></p><p>Knowledge of cloud-based PostgreSQL deployments (e.g., AWS RDS, Google Cloud SQL, Azure PostgreSQL).</p><p><br></p><p>Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Excellent communication skills to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.</p>

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