4 Staffing Corp
DBA - SQL Server & Postgre - Platform Modernization
4 Staffing Corp, Phila, Pennsylvania, United States, 19117
About the job DBA - SQL Server & Postgre - Platform Modernization
DBA - SQL Server & PostgreSQL - Platform Modernization
Location: Hybrid / Philadelphia (local candidates only) Full-time / Regular / Direct employment (with client) US Citizen/Greed Card Holders only (No C2C / Visa) Were working with a respected financial organization that's expanding its data infrastructure team with a
seasoned Database Administrator
experienced in
SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and Snowflake . This role plays a critical part in maintaining and modernizing a highly secure, performance-sensitive hybrid data environment supporting real-time financial operations.
About the Role As a core member of the firm's data architecture and engineering function, you'll manage both legacy and cloud-native database systems, support production environments, implement automation and high availability, and contribute to cloud migration and data modernization strategies. This is a
hybrid position based in Philadelphia , requiring
2 day per week onsite , with flexibility based on team needs and performance.
Key Responsibilities
Administer and optimize
SQL Server and PostgreSQL
databases across hybrid environments Architect scalable, normalized schemas and high-performance queries Tune queries using execution plans, indexing strategies, and performance metrics Configure
high availability
and
disaster recovery
strategies (Always On, clustering, replication) Manage
roles, permissions, tuning parameters, and replication
in PostgreSQL Maintain secure, compliant environments with appropriate access controls and encryption Automate deployments and health checks using scripting (PowerShell, Bash, T-SQL, or Python) Monitor infrastructure using observability tools and respond to performance or availability issues Support
Snowflake-based
data warehousing and integration pipelines Participate in data migration, automation, and cloud enablement initiatives Collaborate with Infrastructure, InfoSec, Development, and Data Governance teams Contribute to documentation, planning, and platform improvement efforts Requirements
5+ years
of DBA experience with
SQL Server and PostgreSQL
in production environments Expertise in
query tuning ,
backup and recovery ,
HA/DR , and
replication techniques Hands-on knowledge of
Snowflake
(SnowSQL, ingestion, performance optimization) Experience supporting PostgreSQL on
Red Hat Linux Familiarity with
AWS RDS ,
Azure Database , or other managed PostgreSQL offerings Proficient in scripting:
Python ,
T-SQL ,
PowerShell , or
Bash Comfortable with observability tools (e.g., Prometheus, SQL Profiler, custom alerts) Ability to clearly document technical processes and follow change control protocols Strong interpersonal and communication skills Background in financial services or other
regulated, data-intensive
environments is a plus Education
Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent practical experience Why Apply?
You'll join a collaborative data engineering team focused on
modernization ,
automation , and
cloud transformation Be part of impactful,
business-critical initiatives
in the financial domain Work with leading technologies (SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Snowflake, AWS/Azure) Enjoy a hybrid schedule with consistent work-life balance and team support
Interested candidates with strong database architecture, scripting, and cloud experience are encouraged to apply. This is a chance to make a measurable difference on a talented team that's helping transform data infrastructure for the future of finance.
DBA - SQL Server & PostgreSQL - Platform Modernization
Location: Hybrid / Philadelphia (local candidates only) Full-time / Regular / Direct employment (with client) US Citizen/Greed Card Holders only (No C2C / Visa) Were working with a respected financial organization that's expanding its data infrastructure team with a
seasoned Database Administrator
experienced in
SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and Snowflake . This role plays a critical part in maintaining and modernizing a highly secure, performance-sensitive hybrid data environment supporting real-time financial operations.
About the Role As a core member of the firm's data architecture and engineering function, you'll manage both legacy and cloud-native database systems, support production environments, implement automation and high availability, and contribute to cloud migration and data modernization strategies. This is a
hybrid position based in Philadelphia , requiring
2 day per week onsite , with flexibility based on team needs and performance.
Key Responsibilities
Administer and optimize
SQL Server and PostgreSQL
databases across hybrid environments Architect scalable, normalized schemas and high-performance queries Tune queries using execution plans, indexing strategies, and performance metrics Configure
high availability
and
disaster recovery
strategies (Always On, clustering, replication) Manage
roles, permissions, tuning parameters, and replication
in PostgreSQL Maintain secure, compliant environments with appropriate access controls and encryption Automate deployments and health checks using scripting (PowerShell, Bash, T-SQL, or Python) Monitor infrastructure using observability tools and respond to performance or availability issues Support
Snowflake-based
data warehousing and integration pipelines Participate in data migration, automation, and cloud enablement initiatives Collaborate with Infrastructure, InfoSec, Development, and Data Governance teams Contribute to documentation, planning, and platform improvement efforts Requirements
5+ years
of DBA experience with
SQL Server and PostgreSQL
in production environments Expertise in
query tuning ,
backup and recovery ,
HA/DR , and
replication techniques Hands-on knowledge of
Snowflake
(SnowSQL, ingestion, performance optimization) Experience supporting PostgreSQL on
Red Hat Linux Familiarity with
AWS RDS ,
Azure Database , or other managed PostgreSQL offerings Proficient in scripting:
Python ,
T-SQL ,
PowerShell , or
Bash Comfortable with observability tools (e.g., Prometheus, SQL Profiler, custom alerts) Ability to clearly document technical processes and follow change control protocols Strong interpersonal and communication skills Background in financial services or other
regulated, data-intensive
environments is a plus Education
Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent practical experience Why Apply?
You'll join a collaborative data engineering team focused on
modernization ,
automation , and
cloud transformation Be part of impactful,
business-critical initiatives
in the financial domain Work with leading technologies (SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Snowflake, AWS/Azure) Enjoy a hybrid schedule with consistent work-life balance and team support
Interested candidates with strong database architecture, scripting, and cloud experience are encouraged to apply. This is a chance to make a measurable difference on a talented team that's helping transform data infrastructure for the future of finance.