RWS

Senior Database Administrator

In short

This role leads PostgreSQL performance tuning, query optimization, and troubleshooting, alongside managing MSSQL and MySQL environments, for large-scale, mission-critical database platforms. It's posted by RWS Group's Product & Technology division, which supports over 7500 end users globally with a team of 500+ staff. The role demands expert-level PostgreSQL tuning, hands-on AWS experience (RDS, Aurora, EC2, S3), monitoring tools knowledge, and automation/scripting skills (Python, Shell), with exposure to DevOps/IaC practices.

Job Purpose
We are seeking a Senior Database Administrator with deep expertise in PostgreSQL performance tuning and strong experience across MSSQL and MySQL, combined with a foundational understanding of AWS and DevOps practices. This role will lead database strategy, performance optimization, and reliability engineering for large-scale, mission-critical platforms.
About Product & Technology
Product & Technology plays a pivotal role in aligning the organization with its strategic objectives and enhancing shareholder value. Product & Technology is responsible for establishing unified standards and governance practices throughout the company. Additionally, we oversee the development and maintenance of core applications essential for the seamless operation of various functions across the organization. We are committed to driving and executing future roadmaps that are in line with the overall strategic direction of RWS.
With a global reach, Product & Technology provides support services to over 7500 end users worldwide. We take pride in managing the information security operation and safeguarding all our assets. Our core functions encompass Enterprise & Technical Architecture, Network & Voice, Infrastructure, Service Delivery, Service Operations, Data & Analytics, Security & Quality Compliance, Transformation, Application Development, Enterprise Platforms. With a dedicated team of over 500 staff, Product & Technology ensures a strong presence across all regions, enabling efficient and effective support to our global operations.
Key Responsibilities
•Lead PostgreSQL performance tuning, query optimization, and troubleshooting
•Manage and optimize MSSQL and MySQL environments
•Design and maintain HA/DR, backup, and replication strategies
•Ensure database reliability, monitoring, and incident resolution
•Work with AWS services (RDS, Aurora, EC2, S3) and support cloud-native architectures
•Drive automation and support DevOps practices (CI/CD, scripting)
Skills & Experience
•DBA experience with enterprise-scale systems
•Expert-level PostgreSQL performance tuning experience (mandatory)
•Strong working knowledge of:
•MSSQL Server
•MySQL
•Hands-on experience with:
•AWS (RDS, Aurora, EC2, S3 backups)
•Monitoring tools (CloudWatch, Prometheus, Grafana, or equivalent)
•Strong SQL expertise with deep understanding of query execution plans
•Experience in automation/scripting (Python, Shell)
•Exposure to DevOps practices (CI/CD, IaC using Terraform/CloudFormation preferred)

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