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Database Administrator

Location: Remote
Compensation: Salary
Reviewed: Mon, Sep 28, 2026
This job expires in: 30 days

Job Summary

Owning the full scope of database administration, the full-time remote Database Administrator will manage PostgreSQL and HP Vertica databases on self-managed EC2 instances, ensuring their reliable, secure, and compliant operation while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Key responsibilities
  • Administer PostgreSQL and HP Vertica databases, including installation, configuration, patching, and upgrades
  • Oversee backup, restore, and disaster recovery processes, ensuring high availability and performance tuning
  • Collaborate with Software Engineers and DevOps Engineers to support application data needs and troubleshoot production issues
Required qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of experience as a Database Administrator in enterprise environments
  • Hands-on experience administering PostgreSQL and HP Vertica on self-managed infrastructure
  • Experience running production databases directly on EC2, including OS-level patching and monitoring
  • Solid understanding of backup/DR strategy and high-availability configurations

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