Analyze and optimize database performance through monitoring, tuning, and query optimization to ensure optimal response times and efficient resource utilization.
Conduct capacity planning and forecasting to anticipate future database requirements and ensure scalability.
Diagnose and resolve complex database issues, including performance bottlenecks, scalability problems, and data inconsistencies.
Work closely with developers, system administrators, and other stakeholders to understand application requirements and provide guidance on database-related concerns.
Implement automation for repetitive tasks and performance monitoring.
Requirements
A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent related working experience is required. Advanced degree preferred.
Proven experience as a Database Performance Engineer or similar role with at least 3-5 years of hands-on experience.
Expertise in database management systems in PostgreSQL and proficiency in SQL.
Basic knowledge on GraphDB, Kubernetes, Linux is a good add-on.
Professional experience in Cloud hosting platforms like AWS and GCP, with a preference for those with managed database experience.
Knowledge of database architecture, replication, and optimization techniques.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Because this role supports the US government, it is required that this candidate be a US citizen who resides on US soil.