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Senior PostgreSQL DBA

Senior PostgreSQL DBA

SyncPoint Technologies (Pty) LtdCity of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, Gauteng, South Africa
2 days ago
Job description

SyncPoint Technologies (Pty) Ltd is a next-generation technology and consulting company specializing in database solutions , advanced analytics , AI-driven innovation and technical resource augmentation . Our core offerings span PostgreSQL database support, data intelligence and predictive analytics, AI solutions and technical resourcing— all designed to support smarter decisions, operational efficiency, and digital transformation.

Role Description

This is a contract role located in the City of Johannesburg for a Senior PostgreSQL DBA. The Senior PostgreSQL DBA will be responsible for managing and maintaining PostgreSQL databases, ensuring their performance, availability, and security. Daily tasks include designing and implementing database architecture, troubleshooting database issues, and managing database backups and recovery processes. Additionally, the role involves implementing replication strategies and optimizing database operations to support business applications effectively.

Desired Experience and Qualifications

  • 10+ years hands‑on PostgreSQL experience in professional environments.
  • DBA on 3+ major projects with PostgreSQL (design, implementation, optimization).
  • Worked on diverse applications (transactional, data warehousing, analytics).
  • Handled database migrations and large‑scale (>

100GB), with at least 50 users.

  • Write / optimize complex SQL, indexes, and query execution plans for performance.
  • Design normalized / denormalized schemas, using partitioning and materialized views.
  • Use PostgreSQL extensions (e.g., PostGIS, PL / pgSQL, uuid-ossp, pgcrypto).
  • PostgreSQL (10+ years’ experience).
  • Nice to have experience : Python and Machine Learning.

    • Additional Skills

  • Proficient with PostgreSQL 8‑10+ features (e.g., parallel queries, JIT).
  • Skilled in tools like PSQL, pgAdmin, pg_dump, or DBeaver.
  • Document designs and collaborate with development / operations teams.

    • Qualifications

  • Relevant Degree (minimum requirement).
  • Relevant Microsoft / Database specific Qualifications.

    • Package & Remuneration

    Seniority level

  • Mid‑Senior level

    • Employment type

  • Full‑time

    • Job function

  • Information Technology

    • Industries

  • IT Services and IT Consulting

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