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Site Reliability Engineer III PostgreSQL, AWS, & Data Platforms

Are you a database expert with a passion for performance, scalability, and modern cloud infrastructure? We're looking for a Site Reliability Engineer III to take ownership of PostgreSQL environments and architect robust, secure, and high-performing data solutions across a modern AWS ecosystem.

This is a high-impact role where you'll drive observability, optimize cloud-native data platforms, and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure our systems are resilient, efficient, and future-ready.

What You'll Do

Drive Observability & Monitoring

• Design and implement comprehensive database observability strategies

• Build dashboards for real-time insight into database health and performance

• Establish anomaly detection and alerting systems to proactively resolve issues

• Recommend best practices for tracing, logging, and performance tuning

Architect & Optimize PostgreSQL

• Lead the design, deployment, and maintenance of PostgreSQL databases on AWS

• Tune schema, indexes, and queries for scale and speed

• Harden database security and ensure compliance with cloud best practices

Leverage AWS to the Fullest

• Utilize AWS services like Aurora Serverless, RDS, EC2, Lambda, S3, and more

• Build resilient, cost-efficient storage and backup architectures

• Implement cloud-native solutions aligned with security and scalability goals

Strengthen IAM & Cloud Security

• Manage AWS IAM roles, policies, and access controls

• Conduct security audits and collaborate with InfoSec on risk mitigation

• Ensure compliance with security protocols and governance standards

Expand Across Data Platforms

• Support and optimize non-relational data systems like DynamoDB, OpenSearch, and DocumentDB

• Build integrations and ETL processes across Redis, Kafka, SQS, and more

• Work with Terraform and IAC tools to manage infrastructure at scale

• Create robust monitoring and alerting pipelines via Datadog and AWS

Support, Troubleshoot & Mentor

• Act as the go-to expert for complex database issues and root cause analysis

• Collaborate with development teams to enhance system performance

• Mentor junior engineers and DBAs, and contribute to internal knowledge-sharing

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of hands-on PostgreSQL experience, including performance tuning and advanced features

• Deep familiarity with AWS services: RDS, EC2, S3, Lambda, DynamoDB, and more

• Solid understanding of IAM and cloud security principles

• Proven expertise with Redis/Valkey, Kafka, OpenSearch, DocumentDB, and Amazon SQS

• Experience with Python or Bash scripting

• Strong foundation in data modeling, indexing, and normalization

• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and team collaboration skills

• AWS certifications (Solutions Architect, Database Specialty, Security Specialty) are a plus

Nice to Have

• Advanced degrees or continued education in Computer Science or related fields

• Experience modernizing or refactoring legacy systems

• Familiarity with regulated environments (HIPAA, PCI)

• Exposure to AWS Glue, Neptune, and other purpose-built AWS databases

• Agile/Scrum experience, especially with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence, OpsGenie)

What You Bring

• A passion for building and maintaining scalable, reliable, and secure data systems

• A curiosity-driven mindset with a bias toward action and improvement

• The ability to communicate complex ideas to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

• A self-starter attitude with strong ownership over results and outcomes

Ready to join a team that values innovation, autonomy, and technical excellence? Apply now and help shape the future of cloud data infrastructure.

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

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