Location: Hybrid, Alderley Edge, United Kingdom (50/50 office every Monday and Friday. Alternate Tuesdays)
Employment Type: Full-time
We are seeking an experienced PostgreSQL Database Administrator (DBA) and SaaS Systems Administrator to manage, maintain, and optimize business-critical PostgreSQL database environments and cloud-based SaaS infrastructure.
PostgreSQL installation, configuration, performance tuning and optimization.
Backup, recovery, replication, clustering and disaster recovery management.
Database security, patching, upgrades and migrations.
SaaS platform administration, SSO, IAM and user lifecycle management.
Monitoring, automation, incident response and vendor management.
Cloud platform and Linux server administration.
Documentation, compliance and continuous improvement.
Demonstrable PostgreSQL DBA experience.
Expertise in SQL, performance tuning and high availability.
Linux administration experience.
SaaS platform administration.
Azure knowledge.
Scripting with Bash, Python or PowerShell.
Security and compliance best practices.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Relevant PostgreSQL, cloud or Linux certifications desirable.
Docker and Kubernetes.
Terraform or Ansible.
DevOps and CI/CD practices.
Multi-tenant SaaS environments.
Private Medical Cover funded by NEC for Employees (with option to add family members)
25 days paid holiday with option to buy/sell (FTE)
4 x basic salary life assurance cover funded by NEC (with option to increase)
Group Pension Plan with employer contributions up to 8.5%
Flexible benefits package
Free access to LinkedIn Learning (15,000+ courses)
Candidates must demonstrate pre-existing right to work and travel within the UK
All offers subject to satisfactory vetting, references and occupational health checks
DBS check may be required depending on role nature
NEC Software Solutions is an equal opportunities employer
NEC Software Solutions (NECSWS) is a software company that develops innovative digital solutions for the healthcare and housing sectors in the UK. The company operates divisions focused on healthcare registries and clinical data analytics, as well as award-winning housing management platforms for the social housing sector. With over £8 million invested annually in their housing solutions, NECSWS is committed to helping healthcare providers and housing organizations deliver better services more effectively. The company serves the NHS and private UK healthcare providers, supporting data analysis, registry development, and performance reporting for patient outcomes.
