Database Administrator for PostgreSQL

Overview: Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in weather and climate science. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation, Lynker leverages cutting-edge technologies and scientific expertise to support the creation and delivery of improved operational weather forecasts. As part of an upcoming contract bid later this year, Lynker is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Database Administrator with 6+ years of experience, specializing in PostgreSQL to join our dynamic IT team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the management, maintenance, and optimization of PostgreSQL databases to ensure high performance, reliability, and scalability of applications and systems. This role requires a deep understanding of database architecture, performance tuning, and troubleshooting complex database issues. This position is contingent on Lynker winning the contract. Responsibilities: Duties of the Database Administrator for PostgreSQL will include the following: • Administer, configure, and maintain PostgreSQL databases across multiple environments, ensuring high availability and security. • Perform regular database backups, recovery, and disaster recovery planning. • Monitor and tune database performance, including query optimization, index management, and resource utilization. • Troubleshoot database-related issues, including performance degradation, connectivity issues, and data integrity problems. • Work closely with application developers to design and implement efficient database schemas, queries, and indexing strategies. • Implement security policies and ensure compliance with internal and external regulations regarding data storage and access. • Perform routine database upgrades and patch management to ensure systems are up-to-date and secure. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize database systems for scalability and capacity planning. • Conduct performance analysis, capacity planning, and tuning to improve overall system performance and availability. • Maintain and troubleshoot database replication and clustering for high availability and disaster recovery solutions. • Provide technical support and mentoring to junior database team members. Qualifications: The Database Administrator for PostgreSQL selected should have the following: • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience. • 6+ years of hands-on experience managing PostgreSQL databases in production environments. • Expertise in database design, optimization, and performance tuning in PostgreSQL. • Solid understanding of SQL and experience with writing complex queries, stored procedures, and triggers. • Proficiency with PostgreSQL administration tools and utilities such as pgAdmin, psql, and others. • Experience with database backup and recovery strategies, including Point-in-Time Recovery (PITR). • Strong knowledge of replication (e.g., streaming replication, logical replication) and clustering. • Familiarity with cloud-based database solutions (AWS RDS, Azure, Google Cloud, etc.). • Experience with monitoring tools (e.g., Prometheus, Nagios, or others) for database health checks. • Solid understanding of security best practices and encryption methods for database systems. • Knowledge of scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or Perl is a plus. • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to work under pressure. • Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with both technical and non-technical teams. The Ideal Database Administrator for PostgreSQL selected will have one or more of the following: • Certifications related to PostgreSQL or database management (e.g., PostgreSQL Certified Professional). • Familiarity with other relational databases such as MySQL or Oracle. • Experience with containerization and orchestration (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes). • Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines for database deployment and automation. About Lynker Lynker is a growing, employee owned, small business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes and tools to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions in hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology, resource management, conservation, and management and business process improvement. We focus on putting the right people in the right place to be effective. And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our customers' scientific and technical priorities – creatively and effectively. Lynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the foll