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PostgreSQL DBA

United Kingdom, Manchester · Job Posted February 21, 2026
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Job Description

Whitehall Resources currently require an experienced PostgreSQL DBA to work with a key client in Manchester. Please note this role falls INSIDE IR35 and will require multiple days onsite weekly.

Requirements

  • Must have hands on experience as Database Administration specifically with MongoDB, PostgreSQL / Oracle
  • Working with database software to find ways to store, organise and manage data
  • Expert knowledge of RDBMS and NoSQL data stores and working with a variety of structures including JSON and XML
  • Experience of software development with distributed data processing technologies including Oracle, MongoDB, PostgreSQL
  • Experience in keeping databases up to date, troubleshooting, helping with database design & development, and managing database access
  • Experience in designing maintenance procedures and putting them into operation
  • Liaising with programmers, applications/operational staff, IT project managers and other technical staff
  • Managing database security/integrity and backup procedures, implementing security measures

Nice to have

  • Writing reports, documentation, and operating manuals
  • Testing and modifying databases to ensure that they operate reliably
  • Writing disaster recovery plans and archiving/housekeeping data
  • Knowledge of Cloud platforms, serverless architecture preferable
  • Good understanding of software patterns and when/how to apply them
  • Knowledge of Kafka will be advantageous
  • Experience of working in an Agile/DevOps software development environment
  • Have ability to help with mentoring tasks
  • Have experience in working on Support activities

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