PostgreSQL Database Architect

$111,897 - $151,389/Yr

GD Information Technology, Inc. - Arnold, MO

posted 4 months ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Remote - Arnold, MO
10,001+ employees

About the position

As a PostgreSQL Database Architect at GDIT, you will play a crucial role in transforming data into actionable insights for our clients. Your expertise will help address significant big-data challenges and advance our clients' missions. This position is based in Arnold, MO, where you will support our intelligence customer by providing high-quality, cost-effective database solutions. You will be part of a dynamic team that values innovation and collaboration, ensuring that today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. In this role, you will be actively involved in the Geospatial Services & Solutions business area, contributing to a sophisticated enterprise environment. Your responsibilities will include researching, designing, developing, testing, and modifying PostgreSQL database architectures. You will optimize queries, indexes, and configuration settings to enhance performance, define scalable schemas that meet business requirements, and monitor existing database performance to identify and resolve architectural bottlenecks. As a key member of the Scrum development team, you will work under the guidance of the Scrum Master, providing accurate delivery estimates and managing the transition from analysis to design and delivery. You will also provide technical support and consultation for database-related inquiries, ensuring that the team is well-informed and prepared for future projects.

Responsibilities

  • Research, design, develop, test, and modify PostgreSQL database architecture.
  • Optimize queries, indexes, and configuration settings for high performance.
  • Define and design scalable schemas that meet business requirements while ensuring performance and maintainability.
  • Monitor existing database performance, identify architectural bottlenecks, and provide enhancements to increase performance.
  • Architect a database structure supporting a globally distributed set of sites.
  • Maintain documentation to support software development policies, standards, and procedures.
  • Work under the guidance of the Scrum Master to produce accurate delivery estimates and manage the transition from analysis through to design and delivery.
  • Provide progress updates to the Scrum Master and the team to manage delivery risks or concerns.
  • Collaborate with the team to plan future sprints, define stories, and estimate efforts.
  • Provide technical support and consultation for database questions.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent combination of education, technical training, or work/military experience.
  • 5+ years of related database architecture and administration experience.
  • Strong understanding of PostgreSQL internals, architecture, and best practices.
  • Familiarity with popular PostgreSQL extensions such as PostGIS and monitoring tools like pgAdmin.
  • Experience with replication strategies to handle large datasets across multiple nodes.
  • Experience designing scalable schemas that meet business requirements while ensuring performance and maintainability.
  • Understanding of automatic and manual failover processes.
  • Familiarity with Docker and orchestration tools (like Kubernetes).
  • Experience with performance monitoring tools and techniques to track database health and troubleshoot performance issues.
  • Strong proficiency in SQL and PL/pgSQL.
  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience with messaging to inform databases (e.g., NATS/Pulsar).
  • Experience with PostGIS.
  • Ability to perform capacity planning to analyze database usage and plan for future growth.
  • Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python).
  • Knowledge of database security principles and experience implementing security measures such as authentication and authorization.

Benefits

  • 401K with company match
  • Comprehensive health and wellness packages
  • Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
  • Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
  • Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
  • Paid vacation and holidays
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