{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"4e8908de1c77eaf002dbe781","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/4e8908de1c77eaf002dbe781","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/4e8908de1c77eaf002dbe781","title":"Postgres DBA","description":"Base pay range\r\n$100,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr\r\nAt Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron's progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+ and 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.\r\nWe are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Postgres DBA to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and executing code and ensuring the quality and performance of software applications. PostgreSQL Database Administrator (DBA) plays a critical role in managing and maintaining PostgreSQL databases within an organization's infrastructure.\r\nIn accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within O'Fallon, MO is $100K to $120K/year & benefits (see below).\r\nResponsibilities\r\nInstall and configure PostgreSQL database servers on-premises.\r\nOptimize database configuration settings for performance and reliability.\r\nIdentify bottlenecks and implement performance tuning measures.\r\nUse tools and scripts to analyze query performance and recommend optimizations.\r\nDevelop and implement backup and recovery strategies to ensure data integrity and availability.\r\nRegularly review and update security policies and protocols.\r\nPlan and execute database migrations and upgrades with minimal downtime.\r\nCollaborate with developers and application teams to design efficient database schemas.\r\nEnsure normalization and indexing strategies are applied for optimal data retrieval.\r\nDiagnose and resolve database-related issues and errors.\r\nProvide support to application developers in optimizing database interactions.\r\nDocument changes made to the database environment and maintain an inventory of databases.\r\nRecommend hardware upgrades or changes as necessary.\r\nEnsure databases comply with relevant regulations and standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).\r\nRequirements\r\nAt least 10 years of experience in IT industry.\r\n7+ years of experience as a DBA utilizing Postgres.\r\nMonitor database performance and resource usage.\r\nCommunicate effectively with stakeholders regarding database status, issues, and plans.\r\nCapable of installing and configuring PostgreSQL database servers on-premises.\r\nProficient in developing scripts for automation of routine DBA tasks (e.g., backups, monitoring).\r\nProficient with UNIX/Linux and shell scripts.\r\nMaintain detailed documentation of database configurations, procedures, and policies.\r\nWork closely with development, network, and security teams to ensure database systems align with overall IT strategy.\r\nExperience in Oracle replication, AWS Redshift, Elasticache, Cassandra (NoSQL), CI/CD – XLR, Jenkins, GIT, Support – ITSM and observability - Dynatrace, Splunk.\r\nPreferred, but not required:\r\nWork experience in Cassandra.\r\nExperience in Banking, Finance domain.\r\nWe offer\r\nA highly competitive compensation and benefits package.\r\nA multinational organization with 58 offices in 21 countries and the possibility to work abroad.\r\n10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).\r\nMaternity & paternity leave plans.\r\nA comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).\r\nRetirement savings plans.\r\nA higher education certification policy.\r\nCommuter benefits (varies by region).\r\nExtensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.\r\nOn-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.\r\nCoaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.\r\nCutting edge projects at the world's leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.\r\nA flat and approachable organization.\r\nA truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.\r\nSYNECHRON'S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT\r\nDiversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative 'Same Difference' is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.\r\nAll employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant's gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.\r\nJ-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Synechron","rawCompany":"synechron","city":"O Fallon","state":"IL","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-04T01:49:16.012Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1242.00","title":"Database Administrators","slug":"database-administrators"},{"code":"15-1243.00","title":"Database Architects","slug":"database-architects"},{"code":"15-1243.01","title":"Data Warehousing Specialists","slug":"data-warehousing-specialists"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Postgres DBA","description":"Base pay range\r\n$100,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr\r\nAt Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron's progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+ and 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.\r\nWe are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Postgres DBA to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and executing code and ensuring the quality and performance of software applications. PostgreSQL Database Administrator (DBA) plays a critical role in managing and maintaining PostgreSQL databases within an organization's infrastructure.\r\nIn accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within O'Fallon, MO is $100K to $120K/year & benefits (see below).\r\nResponsibilities\r\nInstall and configure PostgreSQL database servers on-premises.\r\nOptimize database configuration settings for performance and reliability.\r\nIdentify bottlenecks and implement performance tuning measures.\r\nUse tools and scripts to analyze query performance and recommend optimizations.\r\nDevelop and implement backup and recovery strategies to ensure data integrity and availability.\r\nRegularly review and update security policies and protocols.\r\nPlan and execute database migrations and upgrades with minimal downtime.\r\nCollaborate with developers and application teams to design efficient database schemas.\r\nEnsure normalization and indexing strategies are applied for optimal data retrieval.\r\nDiagnose and resolve database-related issues and errors.\r\nProvide support to application developers in optimizing database interactions.\r\nDocument changes made to the database environment and maintain an inventory of databases.\r\nRecommend hardware upgrades or changes as necessary.\r\nEnsure databases comply with relevant regulations and standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).\r\nRequirements\r\nAt least 10 years of experience in IT industry.\r\n7+ years of experience as a DBA utilizing Postgres.\r\nMonitor database performance and resource usage.\r\nCommunicate effectively with stakeholders regarding database status, issues, and plans.\r\nCapable of installing and configuring PostgreSQL database servers on-premises.\r\nProficient in developing scripts for automation of routine DBA tasks (e.g., backups, monitoring).\r\nProficient with UNIX/Linux and shell scripts.\r\nMaintain detailed documentation of database configurations, procedures, and policies.\r\nWork closely with development, network, and security teams to ensure database systems align with overall IT strategy.\r\nExperience in Oracle replication, AWS Redshift, Elasticache, Cassandra (NoSQL), CI/CD – XLR, Jenkins, GIT, Support – ITSM and observability - Dynatrace, Splunk.\r\nPreferred, but not required:\r\nWork experience in Cassandra.\r\nExperience in Banking, Finance domain.\r\nWe offer\r\nA highly competitive compensation and benefits package.\r\nA multinational organization with 58 offices in 21 countries and the possibility to work abroad.\r\n10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).\r\nMaternity & paternity leave plans.\r\nA comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).\r\nRetirement savings plans.\r\nA higher education certification policy.\r\nCommuter benefits (varies by region).\r\nExtensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.\r\nOn-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.\r\nCoaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.\r\nCutting edge projects at the world's leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.\r\nA flat and approachable organization.\r\nA truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.\r\nSYNECHRON'S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT\r\nDiversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative 'Same Difference' is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. 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