PostgreSQL DBA

October 17, 2026

Job Description

Company: Avance Consulting
Location: San Antonio, TX
Workplace Type: On-site
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

Avance Consulting is seeking a PostgreSQL DBA for an on-site, permanent opportunity in San Antonio, TX (with an additional location in Irvine, CA). This role is responsible for administering, securing, and maintaining enterprise PostgreSQL databases.

What You’ll Do / Key Responsibilities

  • Install, configure, manage, secure, monitor, and tune enterprise PostgreSQL databases.
  • Manage database streaming replication, High Availability (HA), and disaster recovery configurations.
  • Execute backup and recovery procedures to ensure data integrity and business continuity.
  • Perform proactive database performance optimization and system tuning.
  • Conduct routine database maintenance routines, including regular autovacuuming, vacuuming, and re-indexing.
  • Support database scalability, operational stability, and high availability.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Hands-on operational experience as a PostgreSQL Database Administrator.
  • Strong knowledge of PostgreSQL architecture, parameter tuning, and operational maintenance.
  • Proven experience with PostgreSQL replication, backup/recovery workflows, and performance optimization.
  • Ability to diagnose and resolve database performance bottlenecks and query issues.