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PostgreSQL Database Administrator

PostgreSQL Database Administrator

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Manchester, United kingdom

Freelance

20-11-2025

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Skills

NoSQL MongoDB PostgreSQL DevOps Architecture Databases Software Development cloud platforms Agile Kafka

Job Specifications

PostgreSQL Database Administrator

Location: Manchester -3 Days on site
Duration: 6 Months
Rate: £350 – £400 Inside IR35

Primary Skills:
The ideal candidate must have hands-on experience with database administration specifically focusing on MongoDB, PostgreSQL, and Oracle. They should be adept at working with database software to store, organize, and manage data efficiently. Furthermore, expert knowledge in RDBMS and NoSQL data stores, along with experience in handling various data structures including JSON and XML, is essential.

The candidate should also possess experience in software development with distributed data processing technologies, specifically Oracle, MongoDB, and PostgreSQL. They will be responsible for keeping databases up to date, troubleshooting issues, assisting with database design and development, and managing database access. Additionally, designing maintenance procedures and implementing them will be part of their duties.

Interacting with programmers, applications/operational staff, IT project managers, and other technical staff is also a crucial part of the role. They will manage database security, integrity, and backup procedures, and implement necessary security measures.

Secondary skills:
The candidate should be proficient in writing reports, documentation, and operating manuals, as well as testing and modifying databases to ensure their reliable operation. Experience in writing disaster recovery plans and archiving/housekeeping data is also required. Knowledge of cloud platforms and serverless architecture is preferred, and familiarity with software patterns and their application is beneficial. Knowledge of Kafka would be an advantage.

It is also important for the candidate to have experience working in an Agile/DevOps software development environment and to have the ability to assist with mentoring tasks. Experience in support activities is highly desirable.

About the Company

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