Badger DBA

We are seeking an experienced PostgreSQL DBA to lead the migration and ongoing management of our mission-critical database environment. Currently running on self-hosted Postgres with high availability, our large-scale (80 TB) PostgreSQL instance supports an application that manages a fleet of autonomous robots. This role will be pivotal in maintaining our database in Kubernetes environment using the CrunchyData PostgreSQL Operator, ensuring seamless operation and continuous availability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Postgres Instance Management:
• Oversee the management, configuration, and operation of CrunchyData PostgreSQL Operator instances hosted on AWS EKS or Azure AKS.
• Performance Optimization & Management:
• Optimize and fine-tune a high-volume PostgreSQL database (80 TB) for maximum efficiency and uptime.
• Develop and implement performance monitoring, alerting, and troubleshooting strategies.
• High Availability & Disaster Recovery:
• Architect and manage high-availability solutions, including automatic failover and backup strategies.
• Implement and maintain auto-expanding storage using LVM and EBS volumes to meet growing data demands.
• Collaboration & Process Improvement:
• Work closely with DevOps, infrastructure, and application teams to ensure seamless integration and robust performance.
• Develop documentation, procedures, and runbooks for backup, recovery, and routine maintenance.
• Systems Administration:
• Manage underlying Linux systems supporting the PostgreSQL deployment.
• Ensure system-level security, stability, and scalability in a dynamic cloud environment.
  
  

Required Qualifications:

• PostgreSQL Expertise:
• Extensive hands-on experience with PostgreSQL in high-demand, mission-critical environments.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale databases (80 TB or similar scale).
• Kubernetes Proficiency:
• Strong experience with Kubernetes deployments, ideally within AWS EKS.
• Familiarity with containerized environments and orchestration best practices.
• Linux Administration:
• Solid background in Linux system administration, performance tuning, and security best practices.
• AWS & Storage Solutions:
• Experience with AWS services, especially relating to storage (e.g., EBS) and cloud networking.
• Practical knowledge of using LVM for managing expandable storage solutions.
• High Availability & DR:
• Demonstrated expertise in designing and managing high-availability database systems with robust disaster recovery plans.
  
  

Bonus Qualifications:

• Direct experience with the CrunchyData PostgreSQL Operator.
• Experience in environments where continuous uptime is critical (e.g., robotics, IoT).
• Familiarity with auto-scaling, container security, and CI/CD pipelines related to database deployments.
• Familiarity with Apache Kafka, Apache Pulsar, or other distributed event stream systems.
• Experience with systems deployed in Azure or AWS.
  
  

, BE AWARE OF FRAUD: When applying for a job at Jabil you will be contacted via correspondence through our official job portal with a jabil.com e-mail address; direct phone call from a member of the Jabil team; or direct e-mail with a jabil.com e-mail address. Jabil does not request payments for interviews or at any other point during the hiring process. Jabil will not ask for your personal identifying information such as a social security number, birth certificate, financial institution, driver’s license number or passport information over the phone or via e-mail. If you believe you are a victim of identity theft, contact the Federal Bureau of Investigations internet crime hotline (www.ic3.gov), the Federal Trade Commission identity theft hotline (www.identitytheft.gov) and/or your local police department. Any scam job listings should be reported to whatever website it was posted in.