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Database Administrator
IT / Software / Data Analyst
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Remote / WFH
Job Description
Job Title: Database Administrator (DBA)
Experience: 5-8 Years
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Database Administrator (DBA) to manage, maintain, and optimize our database systems. The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise in databases such as MongoDB and PostgreSQL, and will be responsible for ensuring data integrity, performance, availability, and security.
This role requires a proactive professional who can also contribute to process improvement and disaster recovery strategies.
Key Responsibilities:
• Install, configure, upgrade, and manage MongoDB, PostgreSQL, and other supported database systems.
• Enforce and implement robust database security measures, roles, user access, and privileges.
• Plan, test, and execute disaster recovery strategies and high-availability setups.
• Perform database patching and upgrades according to industry best practices.
• Monitor and optimize database performance, query response times, and uptime.
• Identify, design, and implement process enhancements to improve data flow and system reliability.
• Document and enforce database policies, procedures, and standards.
• Minimize downtime by efficiently managing database parameters and system resources.
• Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to support integration and scalability needs.
Requirements:
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in administration of MongoDB, PostgreSQL, or similar databases.
• Proven ability to standardize database installation and configuration processes.
• Strong experience in disaster recovery planning, high availability implementations, and data backup strategies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a logical and algorithmic approach to challenges.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities.
• Solid understanding of database performance tuning and optimization techniques.
• Proficient in implementing database security frameworks and access controls.
• Familiarity with tools and scripting for automation and monitoring.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
Preferred Skills:
• Experience with PL/pgSQL is highly beneficial.
• Experience with cloud-based database services (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure Database, GCP).
• Scripting knowledge (e.g., Shell, Python) for automation tasks.
• Knowledge of DevOps concepts and database integration in CI/CD pipelines.
About Niruthi
Niruthi utilizes a cutting-edge data-model assimilation approach. This approach integrates satellite, weather station, and mobile data into sophisticated simulation models powered by Big Data and Artificial Intelligence.
We provide nowcasts and forecasts for custom solutions in areas such as Crop Insurance, Crop Yield Estimation, Irrigation Management, Carbon Credits, Pest/Disease Dynamics, Disaster Management, and Public Health.
What We Offer:
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on exciting AI-driven projects that make an impact.
• Continuous learning and professional development support.
• A dynamic, inclusive, and innovative work environment.
Work Culture at Niruthi
We value diversity, inclusivity, and collaboration. Our culture thrives on the diverse backgrounds of our team members. We foster an environment of learning, camaraderie, and growth.
Our values include striving for outstanding work each day, challenging limits to be successful, aiming for continuous improvement, avoiding complacency and embracing risks, envisioning innovative methodologies, driving progress on a global scale, and becoming a catalyst for change.
We believe in empowerment, trust in your abilities to deliver, and facilitating the realization of your ideas. We nurture from within rather than seeking external sources to elevate individuals.
We strategize for mutual growth, nurturing your talents to unlock your full potential. We extend our care to you, your dear ones, and your overall physical and mental wellness.
We celebrate triumphs and setbacks. We collaborate to tackle challenges collectively.
Experience: 5-8 Years
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Database Administrator (DBA) to manage, maintain, and optimize our database systems. The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise in databases such as MongoDB and PostgreSQL, and will be responsible for ensuring data integrity, performance, availability, and security.
This role requires a proactive professional who can also contribute to process improvement and disaster recovery strategies.
Key Responsibilities:
• Install, configure, upgrade, and manage MongoDB, PostgreSQL, and other supported database systems.
• Enforce and implement robust database security measures, roles, user access, and privileges.
• Plan, test, and execute disaster recovery strategies and high-availability setups.
• Perform database patching and upgrades according to industry best practices.
• Monitor and optimize database performance, query response times, and uptime.
• Identify, design, and implement process enhancements to improve data flow and system reliability.
• Document and enforce database policies, procedures, and standards.
• Minimize downtime by efficiently managing database parameters and system resources.
• Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to support integration and scalability needs.
Requirements:
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in administration of MongoDB, PostgreSQL, or similar databases.
• Proven ability to standardize database installation and configuration processes.
• Strong experience in disaster recovery planning, high availability implementations, and data backup strategies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a logical and algorithmic approach to challenges.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities.
• Solid understanding of database performance tuning and optimization techniques.
• Proficient in implementing database security frameworks and access controls.
• Familiarity with tools and scripting for automation and monitoring.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
Preferred Skills:
• Experience with PL/pgSQL is highly beneficial.
• Experience with cloud-based database services (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure Database, GCP).
• Scripting knowledge (e.g., Shell, Python) for automation tasks.
• Knowledge of DevOps concepts and database integration in CI/CD pipelines.
About Niruthi
Niruthi utilizes a cutting-edge data-model assimilation approach. This approach integrates satellite, weather station, and mobile data into sophisticated simulation models powered by Big Data and Artificial Intelligence.
We provide nowcasts and forecasts for custom solutions in areas such as Crop Insurance, Crop Yield Estimation, Irrigation Management, Carbon Credits, Pest/Disease Dynamics, Disaster Management, and Public Health.
What We Offer:
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on exciting AI-driven projects that make an impact.
• Continuous learning and professional development support.
• A dynamic, inclusive, and innovative work environment.
Work Culture at Niruthi
We value diversity, inclusivity, and collaboration. Our culture thrives on the diverse backgrounds of our team members. We foster an environment of learning, camaraderie, and growth.
Our values include striving for outstanding work each day, challenging limits to be successful, aiming for continuous improvement, avoiding complacency and embracing risks, envisioning innovative methodologies, driving progress on a global scale, and becoming a catalyst for change.
We believe in empowerment, trust in your abilities to deliver, and facilitating the realization of your ideas. We nurture from within rather than seeking external sources to elevate individuals.
We strategize for mutual growth, nurturing your talents to unlock your full potential. We extend our care to you, your dear ones, and your overall physical and mental wellness.
We celebrate triumphs and setbacks. We collaborate to tackle challenges collectively.
