Job Opportunity: PostgreSQL Database Administrator

[Donna Charlevoix]

*PostgreSQL Database Administrator*

*IRIS Data Services*


The Incorporated Research Institutions for Seismology (IRIS) seeks an
experienced Database Administrator (DBA) at the IRIS Data Management Center
(DMC) in Seattle, Washington.  This is an excellent opportunity for a
motivated self-starter to be part of an international seismological data
center.  Our center is responsible for archival and dissemination of
large-scale geophysical datasets to the geoscience research community.


This position independently maintains and administers 10+ terabyte
replicated production and testbed databases. In addition to administering
our existing databases, we are looking for a candidate who is adept at
cloud database design and implementation for a planned integration with
another geophysical data center and migration to a common cloud
environment.  We offer competitive salaries, an excellent benefits package
and a terrific work atmosphere.  Remote telework option is available.


*ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES*


   - Proactively identify, troubleshoot and resolve database issues
   - Plan and perform PostgreSQL installations, configurations and upgrades
   as needed
   - Create solutions to increase scalability, speed, and resilience of
   database transactions to carry out a wide array of data-intensive operations
   - Develop and implement monitoring and reporting for
   technically-oriented users
   - Interface with software developers to support database persistence
   needs
   - Design and implement robust database solutions for a new cloud-based
   system
   - Develop and maintain DBA procedure documentation



*EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS*


   - A four-year degree in Information Science, Computer Science, Earth
   Science, or related technical field.
   - Three (3) or more years of experience in database administration with
   demonstrated achievement on specific projects or tasks, such as
   partitioning, upgrades, and optimization.



*KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, and ABILITY REQUIREMENTS*


   - Hands-on, in-depth experience with PostgreSQL, including database
   design, installation, configuration, upgrade,  replication and development
   and implementation of backup strategies
   - Extensive SQL knowledge including query optimization
   - Experience with running database in a cloud or virtualized environment
   - Strong written documentation skills.
   - Strong communication skills with team members and end users.
   - Excellent time management and organizational skills  in order to meet
   deadlines in addition to working collaboratively with coworkers
   - Ability to quickly reprioritize objectives independently and
   effectively
   - Excellent attention to detail
   - Expertise working with technical and scientific data is a plus.


Candidates should submit a letter of interest and a resume highlighting
pertinent work experience by October 16, 2020  to job at iris.washington.edu with
the subject line "IRIS DBA".

The IRIS Consortium has a membership of over 120 US universities dedicated
to the operation of science facilities for the acquisition, management, and
distribution of seismological data.  For more information on IRIS, consult
http://www.iris.edu.

IRIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe a diverse staff makes us
a stronger organization. IRIS is committed to hiring people of all ages,
races, ethnicities, genders (except where sex is a bona fide occupational
qualification), sexual orientation or gender identities, marital status,
veteran status, religions and disabilities. All qualified candidates are
encouraged to apply.
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