Job Description
The Database Administrator will be responsible for maintaining high-performance databases and ensuring the overall reliability, availability, and scalability of our systems.
This role combines deep database expertise with modern devops practices such as automation, observability, site reliability, and continuous improvement.
The position reports directly to the Solutions Engineering Manager, based in Madrid in a Hybrid work model.
- Design, implement, and maintain high-performance PostgreSQL databases.
- Work with R&D to optimize queries, indexing, partitioning, and caching strategies for scalability.
- Monitor database health, performance, and availability;
proactively address issues.
Manage backup, restore, replication, clustering, and disaster recovery procedures.Collaborate with development teams to review schemas, queries, and migrations.Oversee daily database operations, ensuring data integrity, security, and uptime.Implement and maintain database security controls and access management.Prepare documentation and provide evidence for internal and external audits.Establish and maintain database policies, procedures, and best practices.Stay up to date with PostgreSQL advancements and recommend improvements.Build and maintain observability systems (metrics, logging, tracing, alerting) to monitor databases and applications.Proactively detect, diagnose, and resolve performance and availability issues.Develop and maintain automation tools and scripts to reduce manual database operational tasks.Support capacity planning, performance testing, and scalability strategies for both database and applications.Collaborate with delivery and operations teams to improve system architecture for reliability.Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime and increase efficiencyRequired Skills and Qualifications
Bachelor\ 's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience).Minimum 5 years of proven experience as a PostgreSQL DBA.Fluency in English, with strong written and verbal communication skills.Expertise in performance tuning, query optimization, and database architecture for high-traffic systems.Experience with replication, clustering, partitioning, and HA / DR solutions.Proficiency with monitoring and troubleshooting tools (e.G., pg_stat_statements, Prometheus, Grafana, ELK).Solid knowledge of database security, compliance, and access control management.Solid knowledge of Linux systems administration and networking fundamentals.Proven skills in automation and scripting (Bash, Python, Ansible, Terraform, or similar).Experience in incident management, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.Experience with CI / CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code practices.Familiarity with audit and compliance frameworks (SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, etc.).Excellent problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills.Hands-on experience with cloud-hosted PostgreSQL (AWS RDS, GCP Cloud SQL, Azure Database for PostgreSQL) is an advantage.Advanced certifications in databases, PostgreSQL, or cloud platforms (e.G., AWS, GCP, Azure) are a plus.Benefits
Join a multicultural and multidisciplinary team working on technological and innovative projects.Flexible working hours and hybrid work options to promote work-life balance.Access to cafeteria services.Others
We create an inclusive environment for all employees, committed to building a company that reflects the diversity of the world.
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