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 - Wellpass, JobRad, and much more.. 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. Originally posted on Himalayas