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Senior PostgreSQL DBA / AWS Database Architect

Location: Des Moines, IA

Job Type: contract

Company: IDR

Category: Development and Architecture

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IDR is seeking a Senior PostgreSQL DBA / AWS Database Architect to join one of our top clients for a remote opportunity. This role involves supporting and optimizing enterprise-level PostgreSQL databases in AWS environments, with a focus on high availability, performance tuning, and seamless database operations. The client operates within a technology-driven industry and is looking for a highly experienced professional to support their critical infrastructure.

Position Overview for the Senior PostgreSQL DBA / AWS Database Architect:

• Administer, monitor, and optimize PostgreSQL databases in AWS RDS and Aurora environments
• Independently troubleshoot and resolve production database incidents and client-reported issues
• Analyze database performance using PostgreSQL-native tools such as pg_stat_activity, EXPLAIN / EXPLAIN ANALYZE query execution plans, and connection/session monitoring tools
• Manage and optimize connection pooling strategies utilizing tools like PgBouncer
• Design and implement scalable, highly available database architectures and support deployment, migration, upgrades, and patching activities

Requirements for the Senior PostgreSQL DBA / AWS Database Architect:

• 7+ years of DBA experience with strong focus on PostgreSQL
• Hands-on experience supporting PostgreSQL databases in AWS environments
• Strong experience with Amazon RDS and Aurora PostgreSQL
• Deep understanding of PostgreSQL performance tuning and query optimization
• Experience managing connection pooling and concurrency strategies

What's in it for you?

• Competitive compensation package
• Full Benefits; Medical, Vision, Dental, and more!
• Opportunity to get in with an industry leading organization.

Why IDR?

• 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Dedicated Engagement Manager who is committed to you and your success.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row.

#LI-Remote All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. IDR is subject to certain governmental recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations. In order to comply with these laws, we invite employees to voluntarily self-identify their race or ethnicity, gender, and veteran status (if applicable). Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. The information obtained will be kept confidential and may only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, executive orders, and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement. You may access this form here.

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