Mindlance · 8 hours ago
Postgres Database Administrator Specialist
Plano, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expMindlance is seeking an experienced Technical Lead with a strong background in PostgreSQL to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in database architecture, design, development, and optimization, and will be responsible for leading technical initiatives, ensuring optimal database performance, and guiding migration strategies across complex environments.
Human Resources
Responsibilities
Design, implement, and optimize PostgreSQL and MongoDB databases for scalability, reliability, and performance
Apply advanced knowledge of PostgreSQL and MongoDB architecture, including query planning, indexing, partitioning, and replication
Establish and enforce best practices for database design, normalization, and data integrity
Deploy and manage PostgreSQL and MongoDB clusters, focusing on high availability, global databases, and disaster recovery strategies
Utilize AWS storage management and monitoring tools to ensure optimal database health and performance
Implement performance and cost optimization strategies within the environment
Monitor and tune database performance, including query optimization and resource allocation
Perform regular backup and recovery operations, ensuring data integrity and compliance with security standards
Oversee access management, security controls, and regulatory compliance for all database systems
Lead end-to-end database migration projects, including planning, execution, and post-migration validation
Ensure data integrity verification and minimal downtime during migration processes
Mentor and guide junior database engineers and developers
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align database strategies with business objectives
Document technical solutions, operational procedures, and best practices for ongoing reference
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
8+ years of hands-on experience with PostgreSQL and MongoDB database systems, with at least 2+ years in a technical leadership capacity
In-depth understanding of PostgreSQL and MongoDB architecture, including query optimization, indexing, and partitioning
Proven experience designing, developing, and optimizing databases for high performance and reliability
Extensive experience with AWS including management, monitoring, high availability, and global databases
Familiarity with AWS automation tools such as CloudFormation and Terraform for infrastructure management
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in database environments
Demonstrated experience with database administration: performance monitoring, backup/recovery, tuning, query optimization, data integrity, security, compliance, and access management
Successful track record of planning and executing database migrations
Preferred
Professional certifications in PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or AWS
Experience migrating databases from legacy systems to cloud-native solutions
Knowledge of additional AWS services (e.g., Lambda, EC2, S3) and their integration with database platforms
Experience implementing database automation and infrastructure as code practices
Company
Mindlance
Mindlance is a Staffing and Recruiting company which provides multi-vertical staffing services
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
Mindlance has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your
reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (71)
2024 (53)
2023 (37)
2022 (72)
2021 (36)
2020 (40)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
R
Rajat Paul Dhall
Co-Founder & Managing Director
V
Vik Kalra
Co-Founder and Managing Director
Recent News
2025-11-19
Kelly Services, Inc.
2025-05-17
2025-04-14
Company data provided by crunchbase