About the role

We are looking for a permanent Senior Database Reliability Engineer, who has DevOps and infrastructure engineer experience, to join our well-established team.

As a Senior experienced Database Reliability Engineer, you will have expertise in PostgreSQL and cloud technologies. You will have a proven track record of managing, optimizing, and securing database environments, as well as have strong collaboration skills. Experience with SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) is highly desirable.

Skills & Experience

You will:

·         Manage, maintain, and optimize AWS Aurora PostgreSQL databases to ensure high availability, and security.

·         Design and implement database solutions in AWS Aurora PostgreSQL global databases using CDK and CI/CD pipelines.

·         Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, DevOps, and product owners, to support database-related needs and initiatives.

·         Administer PostGIS and other extensions in AWS Aurora PostgreSQL.

·         Maintain Postgres trusted language extensions (TLE) scripts and configurations.

·         Have experience managing AWS resources using cdk/cloudformation/terraform in production environment.

·         Monitor database performance, identify issues, and implement corrective measures.

·         Ensure data integrity and resilience is maintained through effective backup and recovery strategies.

You Have:

·         Proven experience as a Database Administrator with a focus on PostgreSQL.

·         Strong understanding of AWS technologies and experience with AWS database services (e.g., RDS, Aurora).

·         Experience working in an Agile environment, with familiarity or certification in SAFe.

·         Continuous improvement mindset

·         Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

·         Effective communication and collaboration skills.

·         Experience with database automation tools and scripting (e.g., Python, Bash).

·         Knowledge of data security practices and compliance requirements.

Nice to Have:

·         Certification in PostgreSQL or cloud technologies (Primarily AWS).

·         Experience with Serverless technologies (e.g., Lambda).

·         Familiarity with other database systems (e.g., MySQL, Redis) is a plus.

·         Familiarity with AWS CDK

Or, for further information about this job, please contact:

Chris Kourie - Senior Consultant - IT

Email: chris.kourie@alphajobs.co.nz

Phone: 09 5225707