Postgresql DBA

I would like to forward our 3-6 month contract position for a Postgresql DBA to your readers.

IC Solutions, located in South San Jose, CA is currently looking for a Postgresql Database Administrator to support our quickly growing infrastructure of RedHat based telephony systems. This position requires a detail-focused team member with UNIX/Linux server database administration experience who will thrive in a 24x7 fast-paced, dynamic production environment. This is a 3-6 month contract position. If interested please send your resume to hrstaffing(at)icsolutions(dot)com

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Managing a large number of databases, mostly remotely
* Helping to develop automated maintenance scripts e.g. backup, warm standby etc.
* Managing database schemas.
* Assisting with the deployments of databases, updates.
* Ensuring that automated processes are running as expected, validating data integrity
* Recovery of corrupt databases

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

* BS in Computer Science or equivalent
* Fluency in written and spoken English
* 3+ years of experience managing databases in a linux/unix environment

* Experience in all aspects of administering Postgresql database servers

* Strong attention to detail and troubleshooting skills

PREFERRED:

* Experience ensuring 24x7 uptime for UNIX/Linux servers

* Experience writing shell and Python scripts
* Experience as a systems administrator