SCIENTIFIC GAMES
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Database Administrator - PostgreSQL
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SCIENTIFIC GAMES .
Scientific Games is the global leader in lottery games, sports betting and technology, and the partner of choice for government lotteries. From cutting-edge backend systems to entertainment experiences and trailblazing retail and digital solutions, we elevate play every day. We push game designs to the next level and are pioneers in data analytics and iLottery. Built on trusted partnerships, Scientific Games combines innovation, performance, and security to propel the global lottery industry forward.
Position Summary
We are looking for an experienced PostgreSQL Database Administrator who is self-motivated. This role will be responsible for developing best practices and repeatable procedures for deploying databases, day-to-day operations including break/fix, capacity management, backup and recovery, replication setup/management and ongoing change reviews. The candidate will build and maintain large-scale PostgreSQL databases in public and private cloud installations and will work with other teams to prepare documentation and specifications.
Responsibilities
Provision PostgreSQL instances, both in clustered and non-clustered configurations
Ensure performance, security, and availability of databases
Implement and maintain replication strategies
Analyze performance and implement improvements
Prepare documentation and specifications
Manage database software (patch and version management)
Handle backup, recovery, migration, and related procedures
Profile server resource usage and optimize as necessary
Collaborate with other team members and stakeholders
Write scripts to generate adhoc reports and perform data audits using Bash or Python
Maintain excellent verbal and written communication
Provide 24/7 support of production databases
Qualifications Required:
Strong proficiency in PostgreSQL database management and optimization
Experience managing large-scale PostgreSQL databases
Understanding of PostgreSQL user access and authentication controls
Experience with replication configuration in PostgreSQL
Hands-on experience designing and implementing replication strategies
Knowledge of PostgreSQL best practices and standards
Proficient in writing and optimizing SQL statements
Knowledge of PostgreSQL features such as pgagent or pgbouncer
Ability to plan resource requirements from high-level specifications
Knowledge of PostgreSQL limitations and workarounds compared to other RDBMS
Experience administering Debian or Ubuntu Linux
Ability to work under pressure and multi-task
Proactive, dedicated, committed and responsible
Desired:
Experience managing MySQL or SQL Server
Ubuntu system administration
Experience with Redis
Experience with Zabbix
Experience with RabbitMQ
Industry experience in iLottery or iGaming
Education
Bachelor’s degree in computer sciences with 5+ years’ experience with PostgreSQL
Master’s degree with 3+ years’ experience
Certified PostgreSQL DBA is a plus
SG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For information about equal employment opportunity rights, please refer to the EEOC poster.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Information Technology
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
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Database Administrator - PostgreSQL
role at
SCIENTIFIC GAMES .
Scientific Games is the global leader in lottery games, sports betting and technology, and the partner of choice for government lotteries. From cutting-edge backend systems to entertainment experiences and trailblazing retail and digital solutions, we elevate play every day. We push game designs to the next level and are pioneers in data analytics and iLottery. Built on trusted partnerships, Scientific Games combines innovation, performance, and security to propel the global lottery industry forward.
Position Summary
We are looking for an experienced PostgreSQL Database Administrator who is self-motivated. This role will be responsible for developing best practices and repeatable procedures for deploying databases, day-to-day operations including break/fix, capacity management, backup and recovery, replication setup/management and ongoing change reviews. The candidate will build and maintain large-scale PostgreSQL databases in public and private cloud installations and will work with other teams to prepare documentation and specifications.
Responsibilities
Provision PostgreSQL instances, both in clustered and non-clustered configurations
Ensure performance, security, and availability of databases
Implement and maintain replication strategies
Analyze performance and implement improvements
Prepare documentation and specifications
Manage database software (patch and version management)
Handle backup, recovery, migration, and related procedures
Profile server resource usage and optimize as necessary
Collaborate with other team members and stakeholders
Write scripts to generate adhoc reports and perform data audits using Bash or Python
Maintain excellent verbal and written communication
Provide 24/7 support of production databases
Qualifications Required:
Strong proficiency in PostgreSQL database management and optimization
Experience managing large-scale PostgreSQL databases
Understanding of PostgreSQL user access and authentication controls
Experience with replication configuration in PostgreSQL
Hands-on experience designing and implementing replication strategies
Knowledge of PostgreSQL best practices and standards
Proficient in writing and optimizing SQL statements
Knowledge of PostgreSQL features such as pgagent or pgbouncer
Ability to plan resource requirements from high-level specifications
Knowledge of PostgreSQL limitations and workarounds compared to other RDBMS
Experience administering Debian or Ubuntu Linux
Ability to work under pressure and multi-task
Proactive, dedicated, committed and responsible
Desired:
Experience managing MySQL or SQL Server
Ubuntu system administration
Experience with Redis
Experience with Zabbix
Experience with RabbitMQ
Industry experience in iLottery or iGaming
Education
Bachelor’s degree in computer sciences with 5+ years’ experience with PostgreSQL
Master’s degree with 3+ years’ experience
Certified PostgreSQL DBA is a plus
SG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For information about equal employment opportunity rights, please refer to the EEOC poster.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Information Technology
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at SCIENTIFIC GAMES.
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