WHAT YOU'LL OWN
Manage and optimize PostgreSQL and SQL Server databases on GCP (Cloud SQL)
Analyze and tune queries using execution plans, and design and maintain indexing strategies
Provision and manage database infrastructure as code with Terraform
Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for database changes, including automated schema migrations and rollbacks
Automate routine maintenance (index maintenance, statistics updates, backups) and regularly test restores
Design, implement, and validate high availability (HA), replication, and disaster recovery setups
Build monitoring, alerting, and dashboards for database health and performance, and lead troubleshooting when issues arise
Partner with software engineers on data modeling, query design, and database best practices
Apply access controls, IAM, and security best practices across the database environment
Document runbooks and share knowledge so the team can operate independently
WHAT YOU BRING
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field, and 3+ years of experience in database engineering, database reliability, DevOps, or platform engineering
Strong, hands-on experience with PostgreSQL and Microsoft SQL Server
Advanced SQL skills, including joins, subqueries, CTEs, and window functions
Proven ability to read execution plans and tune queries and indexes for performance at scale
Hands-on experience with GCP, especially Cloud SQL, plus working knowledge of compute, networking, and IAM
Experience with infrastructure as code (Terraform preferred)
Experience building or maintaining CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or similar)
Scripting proficiency in Python, Bash, or PowerShell
Working knowledge of HA, replication, backup, and disaster recovery in cloud environments
Experience with database monitoring and observability tools
Comfort working in Linux and/or Windows environments
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and a habit of automating repeatable work
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship
PREFERRED
Experience with Kubernetes (GKE) and containerized workloads
Experience with database schema migration tools (such as Liquibase or Flyway)
Experience with other GCP services (BigQuery, Pub/Sub, Cloud Storage, Cloud Monitoring)
Experience with non-relational databases such as MongoDB, Elasticsearch, or Redis
Experience with on-call rotations and incident response
Knowledge of database security, auditing, and compliance practices
The expected base compensation range for this role is $120,000–$135,000, commensurate with demonstrated skills and experience. Compensation at Black Kite extends well beyond base pay — our total rewards program includes performance-based bonuses, equity, flexible healthcare options, paid time off, and retirement savings. This range reflects a nationwide market spectrum and will vary based on qualifications, role scope, complexity, and location.
