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Role: Senior Database Administrator Location: Bengaluru (Hebbal) | Work Model: 5 days workingAs a Senior Database Administrator at TerraPay, you won’t just manage infrastructure you’ll safeguard the systems that power real‑time global transactions, enabling businesses & people across countries to trust every payment they make. You’ll work on mission‑critical PostgreSQL environments that demand high availability, security, and performance because downtime is not an option when money is always in motion.We believe great systems are built by people who care deeply about ownership, clarity, and craft. At TerraPay, you’ll collaborate with engineers, product leaders, & platform teams across geographies, solving complex problems at scale while shaping the future of fintech infrastructure.Backed by strong fundamentals, global partnerships, and a fast‑growing footprint, TerraPay is a place where your work is felt instantly and globally and where reliability, precision, and impact truly matter.ResponsibilitiesDesign and maintain scalable PostgreSQL database architecturesOptimize queries, indexes, and overall database performanceManage backups, recovery, replication, and high availabilityEnsure database security, access control, and complianceHandle PostgreSQL-specific administration (WAL, tuning, clusters)Perform migrations and manage replication strategiesProvide L2/L3 production support and routine maintenanceMonitor databases and proactively resolve issuesDocument processes and support operational excellenceRequirements3 years of DBA experience with strong PostgreSQL expertiseHands-on experience with AWS, especially Amazon RDSExperience in performance tuning, HA, DR, and replicationStrong knowledge of database security and access managementExcellent problem-solving and communication skillsExperience in fast-paced, production-critical environments