Senior Database Administrator, PostgreSQL

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Kazakhstan.

📋 Description

• Design, develop, install, and maintain extensive relational databases.

• Ensure database integrity and security, including the implementation of backup and recovery procedures.

• Establish and oversee disaster recovery and failover systems.

• Monitor database performance, implement necessary changes, and apply updates and patches as needed.

• Enhance query performance through optimization.

• Collaborate with development teams to improve database utilization.

• Configure and maintain database replication, clustering, mirroring, and other high-availability solutions.

• Utilize and comprehend tools like PgBouncer and contemporary monitoring systems.

• Keep abreast of advancements in database technologies and industry best practices.

⛳️ Requirements

• Demonstrated hands-on experience with PostgreSQL (mandatory), including setup, replication, upgrades, monitoring, and performance optimization.

• Proficient in writing and refining complex SQL queries.

• Familiarity with backup and recovery methodologies, including Point-in-Time Recovery (PITR).

• Strong grasp of database design, documentation, and development best practices.

• Experience with ClickHouse is an advantage.

• Basic knowledge of scripting/programming languages such as Bash, Python, or Go.

• Proven experience in managing DBaaS solutions on cloud platforms; familiarity with GCP or AWS is a plus.

• Experience in migrating large databases between cloud platforms.

• Understanding of modern DevOps methodologies, including Kubernetes, Terraform, and Helm.

• Experience with real-time data streaming technologies such as Debezium or Flink.

• Relevant certifications or formal training in database management are advantageous.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, along with excellent communication skills.

• Professional proficiency in English (B2 level or above).

🏝️ Benefits

• Full-time B2B contract.

• Fully remote work arrangement.

• Up to 20% tax allowance.

• 22 paid leave days each year.

• Stock options (ESOP) in a rapidly growing, pre-IPO company.

• Flexible benefits applicable for wellness, travel, or education.

• Collaborate with a high-performing, international engineering team within a global fintech unicorn.

• Relocation assistance available to hubs in Armenia, Georgia, Serbia, Portugal, and Spain, which includes flights, temporary accommodation, and legal support.