PostgreSql DBA - 3-6 months - Chicago, IL - Mailing list pgsql-jobs

GENERAL SUMMARY & SCOPE

-Responsible for planning, coordinating and administering matters related to PostgreSQL database(s), including performance benchmarking, documentation, upgrades, operational guidelines, security and account maintenance. 

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (*Essential Functions)

-Establish standard operating procedures for administering PostgreSQL databases.

-Implement industry standards & best-practices.

-Performance Tune and Benchmark PostgreSQL databases.

-Backup & Recover PostgreSQL databases.

-Provide on-call 24x7 support for production PostgreSQL databases.

-Mentor fellow DBA’s in PostgreSQL DBA techniques.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

-Undergraduate degree, 8 yrs. relevant work experience or equivalent combination education and relevant work experience.

-5 yrs. DBA experience

-5 yrs. working knowledge of PostgreSQL, EnterpriseDB distribution preferred but not mandatory.

-1 yr. working knowledge of Oracle 10g/11g

-In-depth database development skills.

-Exceptional ability to identify and resolve database related issues.

-Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

-Strong written and oral communication skills.

-Demonstrated professional demeanor and customer-focused orientation.

PLUSES

-EnterpriseDB Postgres Plus Standard Server

-EnterpriseDB Postgres Plus Advanced Server

-Oracle 10g/11g DBA

-Oracle RAC & Data Guard