Job Description
Database Administrator (PostgreSQL / MSSQL)
Location : Mexico
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Database Administrator (DBA) with strong expertise in PostgreSQL and Microsoft SQL Server (MSSQL) administration. The adecuado candidate will have extensive experience supporting large-scale, high-transaction database environments in both on-premises and cloud platforms. This role requires strong database performance tuning skills, cloud database administration experience, and the ability to collaborate effectively with global teams to ensure database reliability, availability, and performance.
Required Technical Skills
Database Technologies
• PostgreSQL Administration
• Microsoft SQL Server (MSSQL) Administration
• Database Performance Tuning and Optimization
• Database Backup and Recovery Strategies
• High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) Solutions
Cloud Technologies
• Minimum 5+ years of experience working with AWS or other cloud platforms
• Experience supporting:
• Amazon RDS PostgreSQL
• Amazon Aurora PostgreSQL
• Cloud-based database environments
Monitoring Tools
• AWS CloudWatch
• Foglight
• Datadog
• Other enterprise database monitoring and observability tools
Key Responsibilities
Database Platform Administration (On-Premises & Cloud)
• Install, configure, upgrade, patch, and maintain database software.
• Administer PostgreSQL databases across on-premises and cloud environments.
• Manage database platforms to ensure high availability, reliability, and performance.
• Perform database startup, shutdown, restart, and failover activities.
• Execute capacity planning and database scaling initiatives to support business growth.
• Troubleshoot database infrastructure, performance, and availability issues.
• Support automated monitoring solutions and respond to alerts proactively.
• Participate in planned maintenance win