Database Administrator DBA [ALL LATAM]

Join Tekton Labs as a Database Administrator (DBA)!

At Tekton Labs, we are a software consulting company with over 17 years in the market, operating in Peru and the United States. We specialize in designing and building innovative technology solutions for high-impact projects, working with multidisciplinary teams, and fostering a collaborative, flexible, and growth-oriented environment.

We are currently looking for a DBA to join an exciting international security project. If you are passionate about technology, database optimization, and want to be part of a world-class team, this is your chance!

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor databases in production and pre-production environments.

• Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration using Terraform and Ansible.

• Administer Linux systems (RHEL 9.x) ensuring optimal performance.

• Implement strong security controls, including encryption, access management, and auditing.

• Collaborate with DevOps and Data Engineering teams to support MLOps workflows.

• Troubleshoot and resolve performance issues to maintain optimal operations.

Must-Have Requirements

• 4+ years of experience as a Database Administrator or DevOps Engineer with a focus on Linux OS.

• Advanced English proficiency (B2+, C1, or C2).

• Strong expertise in:

  • PostgreSQL (tuning, replication, backups, recovery).

  • MariaDB/MySQL (high availability, query optimization, user management).

  • MongoDB (sharding, replica sets, indexing, monitoring).

  • MS SQL Server (maintenance, security, troubleshooting).

  • AWS RDS/Aurora (provisioning, scaling, monitoring, backup strategies).

• Hands-on experience with Terraform, Ansible, Docker, and monitoring tools (DataDog, Splunk, SignalFx, PagerDuty).

• Solid knowledge of networking, security, and performance tuning in distributed environments.

⭐ Nice to Have

• Certifications in Kubernetes (CKA/CKAD), Terraform, or Linux (RHCE/LPIC).

• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines, GitOps workflows, and tools such as ArgoCD or Flux.

• Familiarity with other cloud platforms (GCP, Azure, IBM Cloud).

What We Offer

• Work on a high-impact international project.

• A culture of innovation and constant collaboration.

• Opportunities for professional development and certifications.

• Flexibility and collaboration with multicultural teams.

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