About the Role
FORTNA is seeking a Database Operations Engineer / DBA with hands-on experience in relational and NoSQL databases including Postgres, Oracle, MSSQL, Redis, MongoDB, and Materialize. This role focuses on daily database operations, monitoring, automation, and performance optimization to ensure reliable and efficient enterprise data services.
Key Responsibilities
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Install, configure, and maintain multiple database platforms (Postgres, Oracle, MSSQL, Redis, MongoDB, Materialize).
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Monitor health, performance, and availability of production and non-production databases.
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Perform upgrades, patching, backup, and recovery activities.
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Troubleshoot database errors, slow queries, deadlocks, and replication issues.
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Collaborate with developers to optimize SQL queries and schema design.
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Automate administrative tasks using scripting tools (Python, Bash, Ansible).
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Build dashboards and alerts in monitoring systems (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK).
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Participate in on-call support for critical database issues.
Required Skills & Experience
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3–5 years of DBA experience supporting multiple RDBMS and NoSQL platforms.
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Hands-on experience with Postgres, Oracle, MSSQL, Redis, MongoDB, and Materialize.
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Proficient in database backup, restore, clustering, and replication.
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Strong knowledge of SQL tuning and indexing.
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Scripting and automation experience.
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Familiarity with Kubernetes/OpenShift DB operators is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications
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Certifications in at least one database technology (Postgres, Oracle, MSSQL).
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Experience with high-throughput, low-latency database environments.
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Exposure to real-time streaming solutions integrated with Materialize.
Why Join FORTNA?
FORTNA partners with leading global brands to optimize omnichannel and parcel distribution operations. Known for innovation, intelligent software, and operational excellence, FORTNA fosters a workplace culture that thrives on collaboration, diversity, and empowerment. Joining FORTNA means contributing to a movement to transform challenges into opportunities.
Equal Opportunity & Accommodations
FORTNA provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, regardless of protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities.