PostgreSQL DBA

SC Cleared PostgreSQL DBA (x2) – Remote
Role: PostgreSQL Database Administrator (x2)
Location: Remote
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Initial 3 months, with a strong likelihood of extension to 6 months+
Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance Required

Overview We are seeking two experienced SC Cleared PostgreSQL DBAs to support a cloud-managed operational database environment. This is a hands-on role focused on ensuring database availability, performance, and operational stability within an AWS-hosted PostgreSQL platform.
Key Responsibilities

• Provide proactive, outcome-focused DBA support for a cloud-managed PostgreSQL operational database.
• Ensure high availability and reliability of the AWS PostgreSQL database environment.
• Monitor database health and identify early indicators of performance degradation before business impact occurs.
• Monitor schemas and transient tables, identifying and performing housekeeping and cleanup activities where required.
• Optimise database performance and help prevent the accumulation of technical debt.
• Proactively identify, manage, and communicate risks and issues to minimise operational impact.
• Keep stakeholders informed of database performance, operational status, and any emerging concerns.
• Communicate data delays, performance issues, and service impacts to key stakeholders in a timely manner.

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong PostgreSQL DBA experience within AWS cloud environments.
• Experience managing and supporting production operational databases.
• Proven ability to monitor, troubleshoot, and optimise database performance.
• Experience with database maintenance, housekeeping, and capacity management.
• Strong stakeholder communication skills.
• Active SC Clearance (mandatory).

Contract Details

• Start: ASAP
• Duration: 3 months initially, with strong extension potential
• Location: Fully Remote

If you hold active SC Clearance and have strong PostgreSQL DBA experience in AWS environments, we'd be keen to hear from you.