Platform Database Engineer PostgreSQL

• Design, implement, and operate PostgreSQL-based database solutions as part of the central platform in multi-tenant scenarios.
• Take technical ownership of PostgreSQL schema design, performance tuning, and operational stability.
• Plan and execute migrations from legacy or heterogeneous database systems to PostgreSQL.
• Collaborate closely with backend engineering teams to integrate database solutions into backend services.
• Define and maintain standards and best practices for relational data modeling and database operations.
• Ensure high availability, backup and recovery, and predictable performance of PostgreSQL systems.
• Contribute to platform architecture decisions and long-term data strategy.
• Support and enable product teams through reviews, guidance, and hands-on collaboration.
• Strong hands-on experience with relational databases, ideally PostgreSQL.
• Deep understanding of data modeling, indexing strategies, and query optimization.
• Experience with database migration and modernization projects.
• Hands-on experience operating PostgreSQL in cloud environments, preferably on AWS (RDS, Aurora).
• Good understanding of backend software architectures and data access patterns.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language used in backend development.
• Ability to balance hands-on engineering with architectural thinking.
• Availability to work with significant overlap to business hours in Germany (CET/CEST).
• Fluent English skills are required; German language skills (spoken and written) are an advantage.

Nice To Have

• Experience with high availability setups, replication, and failover strategies.
• Knowledge of backup, restore, and disaster recovery concepts.
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices.
• Experience with observability and monitoring tools for database systems.
• Exposure to backend technologies such as Node.js, .NET, or similar ecosystems and corresponding programming languages used in backend development.

Traits We Value

• Strong ownership mindset and responsibility for critical data systems.
• Structured and pragmatic approach to complex technical challenges.
• Clear communication and collaboration across teams and disciplines.
• Passion for building reliable, scalable, and maintainable platforms.
• Interest in platform engineering and enabling product teams to succeed.
• A competitive salary package
• Individual training and development opportunities
• Flexibility in balancing office hours and remote work
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