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The ideal candidate will be responsible for database architecture, performance tuning, high availability, disaster recovery, security compliance, automation, and supporting mission-critical applications. This role requires strong technical expertise, proactive problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate with development, infrastructure, cloud, and security teams.\nThis position is based at our Corporate Headquarters in Wood Dale, IL, with a planned relocation to the Merchandise Mart (Chicago) in early 2027.\nWhat you will be responsible for:\nInstall, configure, upgrade, clone and maintain PostgreSQL database environments. \nMonitor database health, performance, and availability across production, staging, and development environments. \nManage database objects including schemas, tables, indexes, partitions, views, functions, and stored procedures. \nPerform regular database maintenance activities such as VACUUM, ANALYZE, REINDEX, Statistics management, Storage optimization.\nEnsure database uptime and operational excellence through proactive monitoring and issue resolution.\nAnalyze slow-running queries and optimize SQL performance. \nDesign and maintain effective indexing strategies. \nPerform query execution plan analysis using EXPLAIN, EXPLAIN ANALYZE, pg_stat_statements\nOptimize PostgreSQL configuration parameters such as shared_buffers, work_mem, maintenance_work_mem, effective_cache_size, wal_buffers.\nIdentify and eliminate performance bottlenecks related to CPU, memory, storage, and network resources.\nDevelop, test, and maintain backup & disaster recovery procedures. \nExecute database refreshes, restores during incidents and recovery operations.\nImplement database security standards and best practices.\nManage PostgreSQL environments on cloud platforms. Azure Database for PostgreSQL (preferred), AWS RDS for PostgreSQL.\nImplement cloud-native monitoring and automation. \nOptimize cloud database performance and costs. \nSupport hybrid and multi-cloud database architectures.\nSupports the AAR development staff in the areas of database design as it relates to reliability, resource utilization, practical operations, database environment, bug fixes, and interaction with vendor support\nWe are seeking an experienced PostgreSQL Database Administrator (DBA) to manage, maintain, optimize, and secure enterprise PostgreSQL database environments. The ideal candidate will be responsible for database architecture, performance tuning, high availability, disaster recovery, security compliance, automation, and supporting mission-critical applications. This role requires strong technical expertise, proactive problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate with development, infrastructure, cloud, and security teams.\nThis position is based at our Corporate Headquarters in Wood Dale, IL, with a planned relocation to the Merchandise Mart (Chicago) in early 2027.\nWhat you will be responsible for:\nInstall, configure, upgrade, clone and maintain PostgreSQL database environments. \nMonitor database health, performance, and availability across production, staging, and development environments. \nManage database objects including schemas, tables, indexes, partitions, views, functions, and stored procedures. \nPerform regular database maintenance activities such as VACUUM, ANALYZE, REINDEX, Statistics management, Storage optimization.\nEnsure database uptime and operational excellence through proactive monitoring and issue resolution.\nAnalyze slow-running queries and optimize SQL performance. \nDesign and maintain effective indexing strategies. \nPerform query execution plan analysis using EXPLAIN, EXPLAIN ANALYZE, pg_stat_statements\nOptimize PostgreSQL configuration parameters such as shared_buffers, work_mem, maintenance_work_mem, effective_cache_size, wal_buffers.\nIdentify and eliminate performance bottlenecks related to CPU, memory, storage, and network resources.\nDevelop, test, and maintain backup & disaster recovery procedures. \nExecute database refreshes, restores during incidents and recovery operations.\nImplement database security standards and best practices.\nManage PostgreSQL environments on cloud platforms. Azure Database for PostgreSQL (preferred), AWS RDS for PostgreSQL.\nImplement cloud-native monitoring and automation. \nOptimize cloud database performance and costs. \nSupport hybrid and multi-cloud database architectures.\nSupports the AAR development staff in the areas of database design as it relates to reliability, resource utilization, practical operations, database environment, bug fixes, and interaction with vendor support\nTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. A Database Administrator should have advanced knowledge of administration of PostgreSQL on on-prem and cloud. Strong migration experience in Oracle to PostgreSQL, MSSQL Server to PostgreSQL, On-prem to Azure migration experience preferred. Strong working experience with other database technologies such as Oracle, MSSQL Server, MySQL preferred.\nRequirements:\n5+ years’ work experience in PostgreSQL database administration and other related database technologies \nBachelor’s degree in related field\nStrong interpersonal skills; the ability to work well with people from many disciplines and with varying degrees of business and technical experience\nStrong, recent database administration technical skills, knowledge and background\nExcellent knowledge of best practices around management, control, and monitoring of database infrastructure\nExcellent written and oral communication skills; ability to describe complex, highly technical issues using simple, clear, and precise language\nGreat at organizing, prioritizing, and multitasking \nStrong troubleshooting skills\nTechnical writing skills are required for database management documentation and procedures\n\nAdditional Positives for the Position:\nHolding credentials that demonstrates ability to perform a specific level of tasks related to database administration\nAble to review and make decisions regarding the software and hardware required to meet the organization's needs\nTraining users in the proper use of company computer technology\nTroubleshoot database operation errors and slowness\nExperience working with RHEL and Windows environments\nCompensation:\nThe anticipated salary range for this position is $110,000 to $130,000 annually. This range reflects the base salary for candidates who meet the requirements of the role, including experience, education, and location. [In addition to base pay, this role is eligible for a 10% bonus.] AAR offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holiday pay, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.\n#LI-ONSITE #LI-RV1\nTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. A Database Administrator should have advanced knowledge of administration of PostgreSQL on on-prem and cloud. Strong migration experience in Oracle to PostgreSQL, MSSQL Server to PostgreSQL, On-prem to Azure migration experience preferred. 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