PostgreSQL DBA needed in San Jose, CA USA

[jobs(at)pacforce(dot)com]

Hi, 

We have an immediate need for an experienced database administrator with expertise in PostgreSQL. (knowledge of mySQL would be a bonus). Come join our client's dynamic team and see the possibilities. Our client is a pre-IPO company with a rock solid financial position and experienced leadership. 
 
 Responsibilities: 
 - Database monitoring, include database server, network, and operating system process monitoring of the database machines 
 - Write SQL queries and store procedures 
 - Create reports for marketing and operational analyses 
 - Tune database for optimal performance 
 - Routine backup and recovery of databases 
 - Software upgrades, and software maintenance of a PostgreSQL Server environment (mySQL would be a bonus) 
 - Administration of security for the PostgreSQL Server (mySQL would be a bonus) 
 - Provide developer support on database issues, and peform SQL code reviews 
 - Validate database structure/sc
 hema to increase database efficiencies and performance 
 - Design & develop new databases to support new software development 
 
 Required Skills: 
 - 5+ years experience as a database developer and administrator with both PostgreSQL (MYSQL is a bonus) 
 - 2+ years experience in writing queries and stored procedures for reporting 
 - Expert knowledge of database design and architecture 
 - Experienced with a variety of backup and monitoring tools 
 - Experience in the design of data extract, migration, and queuing facilities 
 - Experience with database performance tuning, including index tuning, audit tables, etc. 
 - Strong attention to detail 
 - Strong customer focus and ability to manage customer needs and multiple work priorities in a dynamic, changing environment 
 - Strong time management and organizational skills 
 - Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
 - Knowledge of SAN/NAS fundamentals 
 
 Desired
  Skills 
 - Data Warehousing experience a plus! 
 - Retail experience a plus! 
 
 Rate: DOE 
 
This is a 6 month contract to hire. Candidate must work ON SITE during regular business hours; Mon-Fri, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm on site in Cupertino. 
 
 Local candidates preferred. No relocation assistance available. 
 We cannot sponsor H1Bs at this time. You must have the appropriate work status.

Email jobs(at)pacforce(dot)com to apply.