Role: Principal Database Administrator
Location: Aurora, CO (Buckley AFB - Onsite)
Clearance: TS/SCI w/ Poly
OverviewWe are seeking a Principal Database Administrator to support high-priority infrastructure and software systems. This role focuses on database performance, reliability, and architecture within a dynamic environment that includes both routine maintenance and urgent troubleshooting.
What You Will Do- Administer databases across clustered and containerized environments
- Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot database systems
- Perform administrative support for PostgreSQL databases
- Plan and execute database upgrades, patches, and installations
- Support database architecture design and refinement
- Respond to database-related issues and work requests
- Collaborate with system engineers and integration teams
- Maintain and update database schemas and design documentation
- Support both routine operations and urgent system issues
Qualifications You Must Have- Experience with database administration in enterprise environments
- TS/SCI w/ Poly
- Strong experience with PostgreSQL
- Experience supporting Linux-based systems (Ubuntu preferred)
- Experience with database installation, upgrades, and patching
- Ability to troubleshoot and resolve database performance issues
- Experience working in clustered or containerized environments
- Strong documentation and system design experience
Qualifications We Prefer- Experience supporting high-availability or mission-critical systems
- Experience working in secure or government environments
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams
- Familiarity with database architecture optimization and performance tuning
Salary: $175,000-$180,000
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Benefits, PTO, Holiday, Immediate 401k match and More!
