PostgreSQL Database Developer
1717 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 19103 US
Job Description
This is a full-time, salaried position with a competitive base salary, annual base and a comprehensive benefits package. One day per week on site in their Center City, Philadelphia office is required/4 days work from home.
Key Responsibilities
- Database Development:
- Design, develop, and optimize relational database schemas, tables, indexes, and queries using PostgreSQL.
- Write efficient SQL queries and stored procedures to meet application requirements.
- Perform database tuning and optimization to ensure high performance and scalability.
- API Development & Integration:
- Develop, maintain, and enhance RESTful APIs to interface with PostgreSQL databases.
- Work with backend developers to integrate APIs with external systems and services.
- Ensure smooth and efficient data flow between the database and the API layer.
- Collaboration & Support:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver robust database solutions.
- Provide support for database-related issues, including troubleshooting performance bottlenecks and resolving data integrity issues.
- Set up regular database backups and recovery processes.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Proven experience as a PostgreSQL Database Developer.
- Strong proficiency in SQL, database design, optimization, and performance tuning.
- Solid experience developing and consuming RESTful APIs.
- Hands-on experience with API frameworks (e.g., Flask, Express, Django).
- Familiarity with tools for database migration, version control, and CI/CD pipelines.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and in a team.
Meet Your Recruiter
Greg Zazzarino
Managing Director
Greg is a Managing Director within Top Stack’s technology division based out of Malvern, PA office.
He is a graduate of Villanova University with a BA in Sociology and Psychology. As a former Network Engineer, he has extensive tenured experience in IT Staffing on both client-side sales and candidate-side recruiting at large enterprise public firms and boutique private firms. He has a strong focus in Cloud, DevOps, Software Engineering, Data Analytics, Machine Learning, UI/UX, and Product Management.
Greg is very knowledgeable in the industry and thrives from the competitive nature of the industry. He is passionate about learning technology and enjoys staying up to date with trends in the market. When Greg is not with his 3 kids, his favorite place to be is the golf course!