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Job description
TechBlocks is hiring a Senior Database Administrator — a contract, based in Dublin, Ireland role. Apply directly on TechBlocks's careers page below.
Senior Database Admin (AWS & Postgres)
Location: Dublin, Ireland
Department: Development
Experience: 12+years
About the Role
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain Oracle 19c and PostgreSQL 17 databases on AWS RDS, Aurora, and EC2.
- Ensure database performance, availability, security, and reliability.
- Perform database installations, upgrades, patching, and performance tuning.
- Handle production incidents, root cause analysis (RCA), and troubleshooting.
- Implement backup, recovery, replication, and disaster recovery solutions.
- Monitor database performance using CloudWatch, Oracle OEM, and Foglight.
- Automate DBA tasks using Python, PowerShell, Terraform, and Ansible.
- Collaborate with DevOps and development teams on database deployments and CI/CD.
- Support occasional on-call rotations and weekend deployments.
Required Skills
- 12+ years of hands-on database administration experience.
- Strong expertise in Oracle 19c and PostgreSQL 17.
- Hands-on AWS experience with RDS, Aurora, and EC2.
- Advanced SQL performance tuning, indexing, and query optimization.
- Experience with Oracle RMAN, AWS Backup, and high-availability solutions.
- Strong production support, incident management, and RCA experience.
- Knowledge of scripting, automation, and DevOps tools.
- Excellent troubleshooting and communication skills.
Preferred Skills
- AWS or Oracle certifications.
- Experience supporting enterprise Managed Services environments.
- Knowledge of GitHub Actions, CI/CD, and database automation.
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Frequently asked questions
What skills are required for Senior Database Administrator at TechBlocks?
The required skills for Senior Database Administrator at TechBlocks include: Oracle, PostgreSQL, AWS, RDS, EC2, SQL, Python, PowerShell, Terraform, Ansible, CloudWatch, GitHub Actions, CI/CD.
What is the seniority level for Senior Database Administrator at TechBlocks?
Senior Database Administrator at TechBlocks is a Senior level position.
How do I apply for Senior Database Administrator at TechBlocks?
You can view the full description and apply for Senior Database Administrator at TechBlocks on EchoJobs: https://echojobs.io/job/techblocks-senior-database-admin-aws-postgres-3mbjq.