Senior PostgreSQL Database Engineer (AWS)

TL;DR

Senior PostgreSQL Database Engineer (PostgreSQL/AWS): Managing and optimizing application databases in a cloud-based environment with an accent on performance, scalability, and reliability of PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and Oracle systems. Focus on designing scalable database solutions, automation, and supporting development teams through complex performance tuning and database administration activities.

Location: Must be based in or able to commute to Stockholm, Sweden (Hybrid work model).

Company

hirify.global is a trusted Swedish IT consulting and recruitment partner delivering tailored technology solutions and top talent to help businesses innovate and grow.

What you will do

• Manage and maintain PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and Oracle databases in AWS cloud environments.
• Perform critical database administration including monitoring, tuning, backup, and recovery.
• Conduct capacity planning and ensure high-performance query optimization.
• Collaborate with developers and architects to implement scalable database designs and best practices.
• Contribute to automation, database security, and CI/CD pipeline improvements.
• Participate in on-call support rotations to ensure database stability.

Requirements

• 3+ years of hands-on experience managing PostgreSQL and MongoDB in production.
• Strong experience with AWS cloud services.
• Advanced proficiency in SQL, relational database concepts, and query tuning.
• Proven experience managing large-scale database environments and Oracle databases.
• Experience with automation, scripting, and CI/CD practices.
• Fluent in English.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Supportive culture focused on continuous learning and professional development.
• Flexible hybrid working model to balance in-person collaboration with flexibility.
• 25 days of annual leave.
• Annual wellness allowance of 3,500 SEK.