PostgreSQL DBA Developer

End Point is an Internet technology consulting company based in New York City, with 50 employees serving many clients ranging from small family businesses to large corporations. The company turned 25 years old this year!

Even before the pandemic most of us worked remotely from home offices. We collaborate using SSH, Git, project tracking tools, Zulip chat, video conferencing, and of course email and phones.

Responsibilities

We are seeking a full-time PostgreSQL database administrator and developer to support and consult with our clients. For this role we prefer those living in the Western Hemisphere.

Requirements

Database design and systems architecture
Advanced SQL and query optimization
Programming for web applications, stored procedures, and ing, in Ruby, Java, Python, PHP, Perl, Java, C#, Go, PL/pgSQL, bash, etc.
Performance tuning, scalability, connection pooling
Cloud database hosting services, especially at AWS, Google Cloud, and Azure
Security and encryption
Replication, PITR, backup, monitoring, and relevant tools
HA, failover, and disaster recovery
Database upgrades and migrations
Programming language interfaces to the database
Linux system administration and observation
DevOps and “configuration as code”
Troubleshooting problems and handling emergencies
Other databases such as MySQL, MongoDB, Oracle, SQL Server, Redis, Solr, Elasticsearch, etc.
Git version control
Bonus for familiarity with running PostgreSQL on Windows, and with the Bucardo replication system
Strong verbal and written communication skills
An eye for detail
Tenacity in solving problems and focusing on customer needs
A feeling of ownership of your projects
Work both independently and as part of a team
Ability to pass a criminal background check or get a security clearance when clients require
A good remote work environment

Benefits

Collaborate with knowledgeable, friendly, helpful, and diligent co-workers around the world
Flexible, sane work hours
Paid holidays and vacation
Annual bonus opportunity
For U.S. employees: health insurance subsidy and 401(k) retirement savings plan
Freedom from being tied to an office location
Use your desktop OS of choice: Linux, macOS, Windows
Use open source tools and contribute back as opportunity arises