Database Engineer

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Ascendion is a full-service digital engineering solutions company. We make and manage software platforms and products that power growth and deliver captivating experiences to consumers and employees. Our engineering, cloud, data, experience design, and talent solution capabilities accelerate transformation and impact for enterprise clients. Headquartered in New Jersey, our workforce of 6,000+ Ascenders delivers solutions from around the globe. Ascendion is built differently to engineer the next. Ascendion | Engineering to elevate life

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About the Role

Job Title: Database Engineer (PostgreSQL)

Key Responsibilities:

• Certify and implement the latest PostgreSQL features and updates for enterprise use
• Conduct proof-of-concept (POC) executions to validate new features
• Collaborate with other operational teams to ensure smooth database integration
• Develop and follow standard procedures for database certification, modifications, and deployment
• Provide insights on database performance improvements and potential tuning needs
• Regularly communicate with team members and stakeholders on project status and database improvements
• Proactively stay updated on advancements in database technologies and best practices

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5-7 years of experience in PostgreSQL, serving as a subject matter expert (SME)
• Strong expertise in EDP/SQL within the PostgreSQL ecosystem
• Proficient in database operations: backup, recovery, patching, and restoring
• Experience in certifying and executing the latest database standards and technologies
• Solid background in on-premises core database development
• Effective collaboration with cross-functional teams (DB operations and Infrastructure)
• Knowledge of standard procedures, including building, deploying, and certifying databases
• Familiarity with AWS and/or GCP

Desired Qualifications:

• Basic knowledge or exposure to Linux and Unix
• Understanding of containerization and deployment applications (Kubernetes, Docker)
• Exposure to performance tuning and data migration processes
• Interest in learning multiple databases, not limited to PostgreSQL alone

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Salary Range: The salary for this position is between $110,000 – $150,000 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: [medical insurance] [dental insurance] [vision insurance] [401(k) retirement plan] [long-term disability insurance] [short-term disability insurance] [5 personal days accrued each calendar year. The Paid time off benefits meet the paid sick and safe time laws that pertains to the City/ State] [10-15 days of paid vacation time] [6 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday per calendar year] [Ascendion Learning Management System]

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