Senior PostgreSQL DBA Engineer (All cities, Greece)

Flexible, Athens
Engineering & Service Desk

We are looking for an experienced PostgreSQL DBA with strong automation skills using Ansible. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing, maintaining, and optimizing our PostgreSQL databases, and ensuring efficient and reliable automation for provisioning and maintenance tasks. 

  • Administer, maintain, and tune PostgreSQL databases in production and non-production environments. Set up and maintain replication, backups, and high-availability configurations (e.g., Repmgr, Patroni, pgBackRest, pgbouncer/pgpool ).  extra: TimescaleDB, PG vector flavors. Develop and maintain Ansible playbooks for PostgreSQL deployments, updates, and configurations. Troubleshoot and resolve database-related performance, capacity, and replication issues. Collaborate with DevOps and development teams to ensure database reliability and efficiency. Perform database upgrades and patching with minimal downtime. Implement security best practices and monitor for vulnerabilities. Document database environments, processes, and procedures.

What you need to succeed:

  • 4+ years of hands-on experience as a PostgreSQL DBA in a production environment. Solid experience with PostgreSQL versions 14 and above. Proficiency in writing and maintaining Ansible playbooks and roles. Experience with PostgreSQL performance tuning and optimization. Deep understanding of PostgreSQL internals, WAL, autovacuum, and indexes. Experience with backup/recovery tools (e.g., pgBackRest, Barman, Commvault). Familiarity with monitoring tools (e.g., Prometheus, Dynatrace, pg_stat_statements). Linux system administration experience (preferably Debian/Ubuntu or RHEL/CentOS). Scripting experience (Bash, Python) is a must. Decent in System administration (OS-DB tuning, VIP strategies, systemd logic) Experience with Kubernetes and PostgreSQL Operators. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform. PostgreSQL certification or relevant coursework. Automation mindset.    Eye for details, drive to bring structure and improve standards

What are we offering:

  • 22 annual vacation days, 3 sick days that are not carried to the next year (no medical certificate required)
  • A seniority day is added every 3 years in the company
  • Private medical insurance
  • Monthly meal tickets 
  • Flexible benefits – 25 EUR/month, that you can invest however you choose
  • A work culture based on cooperation and development - customized learning paths through external providers as well as special development programs.
  • We offer remote work flexibility, driven by smart working principles and aligned with team goals and values
  • Wellbeing initiatives to encourage a healthy work life balance through webinars, specialized sessions and internal programs, per our colleagues’ input
  • In close cooperation is a value we live by, through moments that matter, like recurring hangout parties, team buildings, team bonding events
At Cegeka I found what’s rare in a job: accountability and colleagues who help.

Georgia Margariti

Change Manager

In close cooperation

At Cegeka, we grow, work, and explore in close cooperation. For more than 30 years we have handled projects with drive and dedication, providing IT solutions that are tailored to our customers' needs. Working with the customer, not for the customer, is not just how we thrive, but also how we live by our motto, In close cooperation, every day. We pour passion and fun into every day, fostering a culture of respect, personal development and entrepreneurship, of both freedom and responsibility. Together, we can find what enables you to learn, grow and make your mark, becoming the best professional you can be.


Join Cegeka and be a part of the next chapter in the story of a proud, successful and innovative global IT company.

Application flow

1. Apply

If the role is interesting apply, or get in touch with the dedicated recruiter for more details.

2. Assessment

Our Recruitment team will take a look at your application and let you know the next steps.

3. Meet us

Within two steps we will meet and we can discover together if we are a match on both sides.

4. Time to start!

Accepted our proposal? Great! We look forward to working with you.

Do you have any questions about this role?

Let's connect.

Maria Patrolea

maria.patrolea@cegeka.com
+40 21 336 20 65