Lead PostgreSQL DBA with MongoDB - VA/ TX

Lead PostgreSQL DBA with MongoDB

12 Months contract - Extension

Location: Onsite Plano, TX or McLean, VA

Note : In Person inteview required

Must Have Qualifications:

• Must have strong PostgreSQL expertise, including advanced database administration with some exposure to MongoDB.
• The ideal candidate has prior tech lead experience and hands on AWS/Cloud database experience.

Job Summary :

• We are seeking an experienced Technical Lead with a strong background in PostgreSQL .
• The ideal candidate will possess expertise in database architecture, design, development, and optimization, as well as hands-on experience with cloud-native database solutions.
• This role is responsible for leading technical initiatives, ensuring optimal database performance, and guiding migration strategies across complex environments.
• The position requires a deep understanding of PostgreSQL and MongoDB systems, AWS ecosystem automation tools, and best practices for high availability, security, and compliance.

Required Skills and Experience :

• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 8+ years of hands-on experience with PostgreSQL and MongoDB database systems, with at least 2+ years in a technical leadership capacity.
• In-depth understanding of PostgreSQL and MongoDB architecture, including query optimization, indexing, and partitioning.
• Proven experience designing, developing, and optimizing databases for high performance and reliability.
• Extensive experience with AWS including management, monitoring, high availability, and global databases.
• Familiarity with AWS automation tools such as CloudFormation and Terraform for infrastructure management.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in database environments.
• Demonstrated experience with database administration: performance monitoring, backup/recovery, tuning, query optimization, data integrity, security, compliance, and access management.
• Successful track record of planning and executing database migrations