Platform Database Engineer PostgreSQL
Description
SYSTABUILD is building a shared cloud and platform foundation for a group of leading software companies in the construction, CAD and ERP domain.
As a Platform Database Engineer with a focus on PostgreSQL , you will be responsible for designing, operating, and evolving our relational database platform. You will play a key role in modernizing existing database landscapes, consolidating legacy systems, and supporting product teams with reliable, high-performance PostgreSQL-based solutions.
You will be part of the Platform Engineering Team, developing backend-focused platform services and supporting multiple product teams across the group.
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Design, implement, and operate PostgreSQL-based database solutions as part of the central platform in multi-tenant scenarios.
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Take technical ownership of PostgreSQL schema design, performance tuning, and operational stability.
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Plan and execute migrations from legacy or heterogeneous database systems to PostgreSQL.
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Collaborate closely with backend engineering teams to integrate database solutions into backend services.
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Define and maintain standards and best practices for relational data modeling and database operations.
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Ensure high availability, backup and recovery, and predictable performance of PostgreSQL systems.
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Contribute to platform architecture decisions and long-term data strategy.
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Support and enable product teams through reviews, guidance, and hands-on collaboration.
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Strong hands-on experience with relational databases, ideally PostgreSQL.
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Deep understanding of data modeling, indexing strategies, and query optimization.
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Experience with database migration and modernization projects.
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Hands-on experience operating PostgreSQL in cloud environments, preferably on AWS (RDS, Aurora).
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Good understanding of backend software architectures and data access patterns.
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Proficiency in at least one programming language used in backend development.
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Ability to balance hands-on engineering with architectural thinking.
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Availability to work with significant overlap to business hours in Germany (CET/CEST).
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Fluent English skills are required; German language skills (spoken and written) are an advantage.
Nice To Have
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Experience with high availability setups, replication, and failover strategies.
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Knowledge of backup, restore, and disaster recovery concepts.
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Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices.
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Experience with observability and monitoring tools for database systems.
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Exposure to backend technologies such as Node.js, .NET, or similar ecosystems and corresponding programming languages used in backend development.
Traits We Value
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Strong ownership mindset and responsibility for critical data systems.
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Structured and pragmatic approach to complex technical challenges.
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Clear communication and collaboration across teams and disciplines.
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Passion for building reliable, scalable, and maintainable platforms.
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Interest in platform engineering and enabling product teams to succeed.