Expert Database Administrator PostgreSQL

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Role Summary

We are seeking an Expert-Level PostgreSQL Database Administrator (DBA) to lead large-scale database modernization and migration initiatives across hybrid and multi-cloud environments with a primary focus on Google Cloud (AlloyDB Cloud SQL). This role combines deep PostgreSQL expertise Oracle-to-Postgres migration leadership and the ability to architect and execute complex multi-cloud transformation projects. The ideal candidate is both a hands-on database engineer and a strategic technical leader capable of driving modernization across global enterprise environments.

What You Will Do:

PostgreSQL Administration & Engineering

• Act as the PostgreSQL Subject Matter Expert (SME) across the organization leading architecture performance tuning automation and high-availability strategies.
• Design implement and manage PostgreSQL clusters in Google Cloud (AlloyDB Cloud SQL).
• Configure and support replication HA/DR (streaming logical Patroni) backup recovery and failover mechanisms.
• Automate key administrative tasks using Python Bash Ansible Terraform and integrate with CI/CD pipelines for continuous delivery and change management.
• Implement and integrate with Ensono and Client proactive monitoring and observability frameworks (Google/AWS-native tools Data Dog BMC) to ensure high performance and uptime.

Oracle PostgreSQL Migration Leadership

• Lead end-to-end migration efforts from Oracle to PostgreSQL/AlloyDB including assessment schema conversion data transformation validation and tuning.
• Leverage tools like Ora2Pg AWS SCT/DMS and custom migration frameworks to automate and streamline migration tasks.
• Refactor PL/SQL to PL/pgSQL optimize data models and ensure application compatibility in the target PostgreSQL environments.
• Develop and maintain migration playbooks cutover procedures and validation checklists to standardize enterprise migration efforts.
• Collaborate with Client application and internal infrastructure teams to coordinate testing downtime planning and post-migration performance validation.

Cloud & Infrastructure Leadership

• Collaborate with Clients to Architect and support Google Cloud Platform database solutions including AlloyDB Cloud SQL Cloud Compute and BigQuery integration.

• Define Infrastructure as Code (IaC) standards using Terraform and Ansible for repeatable secure provisioning and configuration.

• Partner with Client and Ensono cloud security and networking teams to ensure compliance with IAM encryption audit logging and retention policies.

• Drive capacity planning cost optimization and performance benchmarking across all supported cloud environments for the Client.

Leadership & Project Delivery

• Provide technical leadership and direction for complex database migration and modernization projects.
• Mentor DBA teams review designs and establish technical best practices for PostgreSQL AlloyDB and cloud databases.
• Contribute to strategic planning for enterprise database modernization and automation initiatives.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation runbooks and operational standards for the DBA organization.

Preferred Knowledge & Added Value Areas: Oracle Database & GoldenGate

• Strong understanding of Oracle Database administration (11g19c) PL/SQL and Data Guard/RMAN principles.
• Experience with Oracle GoldenGate for replication and data synchronization during migration and hybrid coexistence.
• Ability to design test and optimize replication pipelines and cutover strategies using GoldenGate and PostgreSQL logical replication.
• Familiarity with Oracle licensing cost management and performance optimization a strong plus.

We want all new Associates to succeed in their roles at Ensono. Thats why weve outlined the job requirements below. To be considered for this role its important that you meet all Required Qualifications. If you do not meet all of the Preferred Qualifications we still encourage you to apply.

What You Will Need:

• 10 years of progressive database administration experience with 5 years of deep hands-on PostgreSQL experience in production environments.
• Proven success leading Oracle-to-PostgreSQL or Oracle-to-AlloyDB migration programs in enterprise-scale settings.
• Expertise in Google Cloud Platform (AlloyDB Cloud SQL IAM VPC GCS) with working experience in AWS RDS/Aurora PostgreSQL.
• Proficiency in SQL optimization query tuning indexing and storage architecture.
• Solid foundation in Linux system administration network troubleshooting and security compliance frameworks (GDPR HIPAA SOC2).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; proven ability to manage complex technical initiatives across teams and time zones.

Preferred Certifications

• Google Cloud Certified Professional Database Engineer or AlloyDB Specialist
• PostgreSQL Certification (EDB AWS or Google Cloud)
• ITIL Foundation PMP or Agile/DevOps certification preferred

Soft Skills

• Strategic and proactive thinker able to design plan and execute transformation at scale.
• Strong communicator with the ability to interface effectively with both engineers and executives.
• Collaborative leadership style that fosters trust mentorship and accountability.
• High sense of ownership and urgency with a track record of driving measurable outcomes.

Why Ensono

Ensono is a place to make better happen for our clients and for your career. You can do great things through innovation or collaboration by learning or volunteering or to promote diversity and inclusion. You can do great things for your own health or for a healthier planet. Whatever it means to you to do great things we want Ensono to be the place you can do it.

We are a client-facing business but we do encourage clients to allow us to work remotely most of the time so if you are not required to be on a client site you can choose to work from home or in our Ensono offices.

Some of our benefits include:

• Unlimited Paid Days Off

• Three health plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield

• 401k with company match

• Eligibility for dental vision short and long-term disability life and AD&D coverage and flexible spending accounts

• Paid Maternity Leave Paternity Leave and Sabbatical Leave

• Education Reimbursement Student Loan Assistance or 529 College Funding

• Enhanced fertility coverage

• Wellness program

• Depending on location ability to take advantage of fitness centers

• Flexible work schedule

As of the date of this posting a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this role is $110000 to $183000 annually based on a full-time schedule. Please note that placement in the range may vary based on numerous factors including but not limited to skills experience internal equity and business addition to base salary other compensation programs depending on eligibility include an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance plan and an equity grant under our Associate Equity Appreciation Program.

Ensono is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment to our Associates and building a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status disability or other legally protected basis in accordance with applicable law.

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Required Experience:

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