Senior PostgreSQL Database Engineer

About Justera Group
Justera Group AB is a leading Swedish IT consulting firm with great experience specializing in building high-performing technology teams and delivering end-to-end IT solutions. Led by dynamic female executives, Justera Group focuses on helping businesses harness the power of digital technologies to continuously evolve in today’s rapidly changing economy. The company has deep expertise in IT consultancy, software development, and recruitment services, providing clients with purpose-driven, well-trained consultants who consistently deliver efficient and effective results. Justera Group manages the entire talent lifecycle, from hiring to ongoing management, ensuring the right fit for each project on time and within budget. With their strong commitment to quality, collaboration, and client success, Justera Group is a trusted partner for technology innovation across Sweden.

About the Role:
We are seeking a Senior Database Engineer with strong expertise in PostgreSQL and MongoDB to join a high-performing Data Foundation team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing and optimizing application databases in a cloud-based environment, ensuring performance, scalability, and reliability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and Oracle databases in a cloud environment (AWS)

• Perform database administration tasks, including monitoring, tuning, backup, and recovery

• Handle capacity planning, performance optimization, and database consolidation

• Collaborate with development teams to support SQL development, enhancements, and runtime activities

• Provide technical guidance to project teams on database design and best practices

• Work closely with architects to design and implement scalable database solutions

• Contribute to automation, stability, security, and quality improvements

• Support CI/CD practices and continuous improvement initiatives

• Participate in on-call support rotations when required

Requirements:

• Minimum 3+ years of hands-on experience managing PostgreSQL and MongoDB in production environments

• Strong experience working with AWS cloud services

• Advanced proficiency in SQL and relational database concepts

• Experience in query optimization and performance tuning

• Proven ability to work independently and drive technical initiatives

• Experience managing large-scale database environments and implementing changes

• Experience with Oracle databases

• Knowledge of monitoring tools beyond CloudWatch

• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices

• Background in database development

• Experience with automation and scripting

• Fluent in English (written and spoken)

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Proactive and self-driven mindset

• Collaborative team player with a “can-do” attitude

• Passion for technology and continuous learning

What We Offer:

• A dynamic and innovative workplace, driving advancements in cutting-edge robotic technologies

• The opportunity to collaborate with talented cross-functional teams on meaningful and impactful projects

• Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package

• A supportive culture that fosters continuous learning, growth, and professional development

• Flexible hybrid working model for an optimal work-life balance

• 25 days of annual leave to recharge and relax

• An annual wellness allowance of 3,500 SEK to support your health and wellbeing