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Senior PostgreSQL Database Administrator

Hybrid in Madrid·Added yesterday (last checked 27 Oct)

Krell Consulting

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Salary
Up to €45,000 a year

About €2,720 a month after tax.

Hours
Monday to Friday
Work mode
Hybrid, Madrid
English
Required
Experience
7+ years

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Between 7 and 10 years of experience in Open Source database administration and operation.
  • Solid and demonstrable experience in PostgreSQL.
  • Advanced knowledge in database maintenance, configuration, monitoring, and optimization.
  • Experience in managing incidents, problems, changes, and service requests.
  • Ability for analysis, diagnosis, and resolution of complex technical problems.
  • Experience working with operating procedures and quality standards.
  • Communication, presentation, and report writing skills.
  • Coordination, service leadership, and conflict resolution skills.
  • English B2, with the ability to operate in professional environments.

Nice to have

  • Experience in Linux system administration.
  • Knowledge of task automation and operational processes.
  • Experience with other Open Source database technologies.
  • Knowledge of ITIL best practices.
  • Experience in complex enterprise environments and critical services.

The role

At KRELL we are looking for a Senior PostgreSQL Database Administrator to join a long-term technological project focused on the administration, operation, maintenance, and optimization of Open Source database environments.

We are looking for a senior profile with solid experience in PostgreSQL, the ability to manage critical environments, and communication and coordination skills with technical teams and clients.

What you'll do

  • Administer, maintain, and supervise PostgreSQL databases and other Open Source technologies.
  • Guarantee the availability, stability, performance, and correct functioning of the database environments.
  • Execute operating procedures, maintenance tasks, and activities defined in the runbooks.
  • Manage and resolve incidents, problems, changes, and service requests related to the database platforms.
  • Implement controlled and documented changes following ITIL best practices.
  • Analyze, review, and optimize configuration parameters to improve performance and stability.
  • Perform periodic system health checks.
  • Identify opportunities for automating repetitive tasks and improving operational processes.
  • Act as a technical interlocutor with internal and external teams and client managers.
  • Prepare technical documentation, monitoring reports, and operational reports.
  • Guarantee compliance with established quality standards, security, and procedures.

How you'll work

  • 💰 Salary: Up to €45,000 gross per year.
  • 📍 Location: Madrid and/or Málaga.
  • 🏢 Modality: Hybrid, with 3 days on-site per week.
  • 🌍 Other locations: The possibility of working from other locations may be considered, subject to prior approval from the client.
  • 🕒 Schedule: Monday to Friday, with different shifts within the 07:00 to 19:00 range:
  • 07:00 to 15:00 h.
  • 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  • 10:00 to 19:00 h.
  • 🇬🇧 English: Minimum B2 level.
  • 📅 Experience: Between 7 and 10 years in Open Source database administration, especially PostgreSQL.
  • 🌍 Nationalities admitted according to project requirements: Spanish, German, French, or British.

🚀 What we offer

  • Joining a technological project with high-demand database environments.
  • Competitive salary of up to €45,000 gross per year, depending on experience and knowledge.
  • Hybrid modality with the possibility of considering other locations.
  • Participation in optimization, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Collaboration with specialized technical teams.
  • Professional support and follow-up by KRELL.

📩 Interested?

If you have senior experience administering PostgreSQL, you are passionate about database optimization, and you are looking for a new professional challenge, we want to meet you!

Apply and discover your next opportunity with KRELL Consulting.

About Krell Consulting

Krell Consulting is a Spanish IT staffing and talent management firm founded in 2006. It provides services including outsourcing, direct selection, IT training, and RPO (Recruitment Process Outsourcing), with a focus on technology roles. The company operates primarily in Spain, offering both remote and hybrid positions across various tech disciplines.

Industry
IT Services
Founded
2006
Headquarters
Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Oviedo

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  • Specializes in IT staffing, outsourcing, and training
  • Provides services in English and Spanish, with some roles requiring advanced English
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