PostgreSQL Database Administrator

PostgreSQL Database Administrator

Location: Wood Dale, IL (moving to Chicago's Merchandise Mart in 2027)

Help lead AAR's database modernization journey.

AAR is growing through acquisitions and expanding its cloud footprint, creating an exciting opportunity for an experienced PostgreSQL DBA to make a significant impact. This is a newly created role where you'll help drive enterprise database migrations, optimize performance, and shape the future of AAR's PostgreSQL environment.

Why Join AAR?

• Play a key role in enterprise-wide Oracle-to-PostgreSQL migrations
• Join a stable, highly visible team supporting mission-critical applications
• Work in a modern cloud-focused environment (90% cloud)
• Influence database architecture, performance, and future-state strategy
• Be mentored by a supportive leader who values learning, growth, and development opportunities
• Gain exposure to acquisitions-driven transformation initiatives across the business

What You'll Do

• Administer, maintain, and optimize enterprise PostgreSQL databases
• Support Oracle-to-PostgreSQL and cloud migration initiatives
• Monitor database performance, availability, and security
• Troubleshoot and tune complex database environments
• Manage backup, recovery, disaster recovery, and high-availability solutions
• Collaborate with infrastructure, cloud, security, and application teams
• Help establish best practices, automation, and monitoring capabilities as the PostgreSQL footprint continues to grow

What We're Looking For

• Strong, recent hands-on PostgreSQL DBA experience in production environments
• Experience with installation, configuration, upgrades, performance tuning, and maintenance
• Proven migration experience, ideally Oracle-to-PostgreSQL
• Experience supporting PostgreSQL in cloud environments, preferably Azure
• Strong troubleshooting skills across database, Linux, storage, and application layers
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with technical teams
• Excellent communication and documentation skills

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated salary range for this position is $110,000 to $130,000 annually. This range reflects the base salary for candidates who meet the requirements of the role, including experience, education, and location. In addition to base pay, this role is eligible for a bonus.

AAR offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holiday pay, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.