Senior Database Administrator / Remote / US

We are seeking a Senior Database Administrator for a full-time, remote opportunity based in Montreal. This role focuses on managing and optimizing modern database systems including MySQL and PostgreSQL, along with cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services and Google Cloud Platform.

This position offers the chance to work on high-scale, high-availability systems supporting global applications. You'll play a key role in performance optimization, automation, and database architecture, while collaborating with engineering teams. It's a strong fit for someone who enjoys solving complex problems and wants to grow their expertise in cloud infrastructure and distributed systems.
Required Skills & Experience
5+ years of DBA experience
Strong expertise in MySQL or PostgreSQL
Advanced SQL knowledge (DDL, DML, DCL)
Experience with RDBMS and NoSQL databases
AWS or Google Cloud Platform experience
Linux proficiency
Experience with performance tuning, replication, and high availability
Desired Skills & Experience
Experience with Terraform, Puppet, or similar tools
Scripting (Bash or Python)
Familiarity with monitoring tools (Datadog, Prometheus, Grafana, Zabbix)
Experience with sharding or partitioning
Leadership or mentoring experience
What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown
70% Linux-based systems
30% Cloud & automation

Daily Responsibilities
70% Hands On
10% Management Duties
20% Team Collaboration