Senior PostgreSQL DBA (AWS RDS)

Location: Remote – EuropeContract: Full-timeAbout the RoleWe are looking for an experienced Senior PostgreSQL DBA to manage and optimise mission-critical database infrastructure supporting high-volume iGaming operations.You will take ownership of the performance, availability, security and scalability of PostgreSQL environments, primarily running on Amazon RDS and Aurora PostgreSQL.ResponsibilitiesManage and optimise large-scale PostgreSQL databases in a 24/7 production environment.Monitor database performance, troubleshoot issues and optimise queries, indexes and partitioning.Ensure high availability, security, backup, recovery and disaster recovery procedures.Manage AWS RDS and Aurora PostgreSQL infrastructure, including networking and access controls.Implement automation and infrastructure management using Python, Bash and Terraform.Support integrations with Redis, Kafka and other messaging or caching technologies.Maintain database reliability and compliance across critical iGaming systems, including player wallets, transactions, settlements and KYC data.Requirements10+ years of DBA experience, with extensive hands-on PostgreSQL experience.Strong production experience with AWS RDS PostgreSQL; Aurora PostgreSQL is highly desirable.Mandatory iGaming experience, ideally supporting casino, sportsbook, poker, lottery or gaming payment systems.Excellent knowledge of PostgreSQL internals, SQL, PL/pgSQL, performance tuning and database optimisation.Experience managing multi-terabyte databases, high transaction volumes, partitioning and replication.Strong AWS knowledge, including VPC, IAM, KMS and Secrets Manager.Experience with backup, recovery, disaster recovery and high-availability strategies.Proficiency in Python/Bash scripting and Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform.Excellent English communication skills.Nice to HaveAWS certifications.Experience with Debezium, pglogical, Redshift, Snowflake or ClickHouse.Knowledge of regulated iGaming markets and compliance requirements.Experience with Aurora PostgreSQL Limitless or RDS Proxy.Important: Candidates must be based in Europe. Remote working is available, but relocation is not offered.