Sr. System Engineer (PostgreSQL DBA)

Job Title: Senior Systems Engineer - PostgreSQL DBA
Location: Hyderabad, India
Company: FactSet Research Systems Inc.

Company Overview:
FactSet delivers integrated financial information and analytics, combining hundreds of databases into a powerful, one-stop platform for financial professionals. Founded in 1978 and headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut, FactSet employs nearly 6,300 people across 30 global offices and generated approximately $2.2 billion in annual revenue. Since 1996, FactSet has been publicly traded on the NYSE under the symbol FDS.

Position Overview:
FactSet is seeking an experienced PostgreSQL Database Administrator (DBA) to join our Data Platform Engineering - SQL team. In this role, you’ll manage and optimize mission-critical PostgreSQL databases that underpin FactSet’s global financial solutions. We’re seeking a proactive, technically skilled, and collaborative professional who is ready to tackle complex database challenges at scale.

What You’II Do :

• Administer, maintain, and optimise multi-terabyte PostgreSQL database environments, focusing on reliability, security, and performance.
• Install, configure, and upgrade PostgreSQL servers in both on-premises and AWS environments (including RDS and Aurora).
• Lead and support database upgrades from lower versions to higher versions like 14,15,16,17.
• Monitoring RDS Databases across Factset using monitoring tools and building proper documentation for stakeholders.
• Implement and manage database high availability (HA), disaster recovery (DR), backups, and restore procedures.
• Perform deep-dive troubleshooting and performance tuning of SQL queries and database engines.
• Ensure database security, manage versioning, and maintain detailed documentation for ongoing processes.
• Develop, test, and deploy automation scripts using Python and Shell for DBA tasks and monitoring solutions.
• Work collaboratively with multiple business and technical teams to define requirements and deliver solutions.
• Participate in rotational on-call duties and execute weekend maintenance activities as required.
• Continuously learn and apply new database technologies and best practices.

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of hands-on experience administering PostgreSQL databases in high-volume, mission-critical environments (MSSQL and Oracle experience is a plus).
• Advanced proficiency with AWS services (RDS, EC2, S3) for cloud-based database management.
• Experience with database cloud migration and cross-platform migrations.
• Strong scripting skills (Python, Shell) for automation and tooling.
• Demonstrated ability in high availability and disaster recovery planning and execution.
• Deep understanding of database security, upgrades, and version control.
• Exceptional troubleshooting skills and expertise in performance optimisation.
• Excellent communication, analytical thinking, and team collaboration skills.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments and independently learn new technologies.
• Willingness to participate in rotational on-call support and weekend maintenance.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with AWS
• Kubernates, Terraform

What's In It For You

At FactSet, our people are our greatest asset, and our culture is our biggest competitive advantage. Being a FactSetter means:

• The opportunity to join an S&P 500 company with over 45 years of sustainable growth powered by the entrepreneurial spirit of a start-up.

• Support for your total well-being. This includes health, life, and disability insurance, as well as retirement savings plans and a discounted employee stock purchase program, plus paid time off for holidays, family leave, and company-wide wellness days.

• Flexible work accommodations. We value work/life harmony and offer our employees a range of accommodations to help them achieve success both at work and in their personal lives.

• A global community dedicated to volunteerism and sustainability, where collaboration is always encouraged, and individuality drives solutions.

• Career progression planning with dedicated time each month for learning and development.

• Business Resource Groups open to all employees that serve as a catalyst for connection, growth, and belonging.

Salary is just one component of our compensation package and is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, and certifications.