Job Description
We are seeking an Application DBA / Developer (PostgreSQL) to join Softrams' Health IT practice in support of database engineering and administration efforts for a mission-critical federal health program. This role contributes to the reliability, performance, and scalability of production database environments powering modern, responsive web applications for government clients.
Basic Requirements:
10 years of total databse engineering expereince and a Bachelor's degree (BS) in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
Active AWS Certification
7+ years of hands-on experience with PostgreSQL database administration, performance tuning, and production support in high-volume, customer-facing environments
Experience with AWS RDS Aurora PostgreSQL
5= years of strong PL/pgSQL or PL/SQL experience
Experience with complex, high-volume data warehouse projects
Data modeling experience using ErWin
3+ yeasrs of experience working in Agile/Scrum large-scale programs
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Strong time management skills with the ability to quickly triage and escalate issues
Strong attention to detail and a focus on task completion
Additional Qualifications:
Experience working with multi-disciplinary development teams
SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) experience
Familiarity with DB2 and Oracle database engines
Working experience with z/OS DB2 database
Responsibilities:
Maintain and administer production, test, and development PostgreSQL databases
Support development teams from a database design and development perspective
Ensure optimal performance on PostgreSQL environments through proactive tuning and monitoring
Oversee installation, maintenance, configuration, and integrity of PostgreSQL architecture
Perform SQL and PL/pgSQL performance tuning; provide best practice recommendations to application developers
Conduct regular code reviews with application developers
Design, implement, and maintain new databases including backup, recovery, and configuration management
Ensure long-term database systems planning aligns with organizational operations and administration needs
Perform data refresh activities and support across one or more cross-functional teams
Why Tria?
What defines the Tria brand is more than just our dedication to excellence in our craft; it’s our incredible team of dedicated, talented, and passionate people that make Tria so exceptional. As people powering possible, we are all partners in our team’s shared success.
