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PostgreSQL Database Administrator

SCIENTIFIC GAMES, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383

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Overview

We are looking for an experienced talent who is a self-motivated, experienced

PostgreSQL Database Administrator . This position will be responsible for tasks such as development of best practices and repeatable procedures for deploying databases, day-to-day operational activities including break/fix, capacity management, backup and recovery, database replication setup/management and ongoing database change reviews. The candidate will also build and maintain large-scale and very high transaction PostgreSQL databases in both public and private cloud installations. They will also work in tandem with the other teams, preparing documentations and specifications as required. 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 documentations and specifications. Experience in database software management (patch and version management) Handle common database procedures, such as backup, recovery, migration, etc. Profile server resource usage, optimize and tweak as necessary. Collaborate with other team members and stakeholders. Write scripts to generate adhoc reports, perform data audits, etc using bash or Python. Excellent verbal and written communication skills 24/7 Support of production databases. Required Skills

Strong proficiency in PostgreSQL database management and optimization Experience managing large scale PostgreSQL databases. Understanding of PostgreSQL user access and authentication processes and controls. Experience with replication configuration in PostgreSQL Hands on experience with designing and implementing database replication strategies. Knowledge of de-facto standards and best practices in PostgreSQL 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 limitations in PostgreSQL and their workarounds in contrast to other popular relational databases. Experience administering Debian or Ubuntu Linux. Able to work under pressure and multi-task. Pro-active, dedicated, committed and responsible. Desired Skills

Experience managing MySQL or SQL Server. Ubuntu System Administration. Experience with Redis. Experience with Zabbix. Experience with RabbitMQ. Industry experience - either in iLottery or iGaming. Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer sciences with 5+ years’ experience with PostgreSQL. Master’s degree with 3+ years’ experience.

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