Database Engineer (PostgreSQL / SQL Server / Cloud)

Database Engineer (PostgreSQL / SQL Server / Cloud)

(Exposure to Distributed SQL – YugabyteDB)

Job Description

Role Overview

We are looking for a hands-on Database Engineer / DBA with strong experience in PostgreSQL, SQL Server, or DB2, to support enterprise database systems and modernization initiatives.

This role provides an opportunity to work on next-generation distributed database platforms (PostgreSQL-compatible such as YugabyteDB).

Candidates without Yugabyte experience are encouraged to apply. Training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

Database Administration & Operations

• Administer and maintain PostgreSQL / SQL Server / DB2 databases
• Perform installation, configuration, patching, and upgrades
• Ensure database performance, availability, and security
• Manage backup, recovery, and disaster recovery processes

Performance & Optimization

• Perform query tuning, indexing, and performance optimization
• Monitor database health and troubleshoot production issues
• Ensure stability in high-load, enterprise environments

High Availability & Reliability

• Implement and manage replication, clustering, and failover solutions
• Support high availability (HA) architecture and resilience planning

Migration & Modernization

• Support migration from legacy databases (DB2 / SQL Server) to PostgreSQL-compatible platforms
• Work on data replication, transformation, and validation
• Participate in cloud and distributed database initiatives

Collaboration

• Work closely with DevOps, Cloud Engineers, and Application Teams
• Support automation and CI/CD initiatives

Requirements

Must Have

• 4–10 years of experience in database administration or database engineering
• Strong experience in PostgreSQL OR SQL Server OR DB2
• Solid SQL knowledge and troubleshooting skills
• Experience with:
• Performance tuning and query optimization
• High availability / replication / clustering

Good to Have

• Experience with PostgreSQL ecosystem
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS / Azure / GCP)
• Familiarity with Kubernetes / containerized environments
• Scripting knowledge (Shell / Python)

Bonus (Nice to Have)

• Exposure to distributed databases such as:
• YugabyteDB
• CockroachDB
• Cassandra

Ideal Candidate

• Experience working in enterprise / banking / large-scale environments
• Comfortable in both legacy and modern database environments
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Keen to learn and adopt modern distributed database technologies