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Added 16 days ago
SI
Database Administrator
STACK IT Recruitment
Remote, Canada
- $100,000 to $130,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
- Remote
📊 Are you a SQL Server DBA who can take an environment that has grown quickly and put the right structure under it?
Added 16 days ago
SI
Database Administrator
STACK IT Recruitment
Remote, Canada
- $100,000 to $130,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
- Remote
📊 Are you a SQL Server DBA who can take an environment that has grown quickly and put the right structure under it?
Added 16 days ago
NS
Senior Microsoft SQL Server and Azure Database Administrator
N2P Systems
Montreal, QC
- $110,000 to $120,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
8–14 years of relevant database administration experience, with strong Level 3 Microsoft SQL Server and Azure DBA expertise.
Added 18 days ago
C
Senior Application Support Specialist / Database Administrator
CGI
Halifax, NS
- Full-time
Hybrid working model - 3 days in office
Added 18 days ago
QT
L3 MSSQL and Azure DBA(Need local candidate to Montreal, QC)
Q1 Technologies, Inc.
Montreal, QC
- $110,000 to $120,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Administer and support SQL Server across on-premises, Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and SQL Server on Azure Virtual Machines.
Added 18 days ago
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Senior Oracle Database Administrator (DBA)
JSG (Johnson Service Group, Inc.)
Calgary, AB
- Contract
Added 19 days ago
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DBA III(SQL Server / Azure) – NA
Synoptek
St. John's, NL · Greater St. John's Metropolitan Area
- Full-time
The Database Administrator III (DBA III) is responsible for managing the performance, integrity, security, architecture, optimization, and high-availability design of organizational and…
Added 22 days ago
BC
Senior DB2 DBA
BMO Capital Markets
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
Hybrid Work Model: This role requires in-office presence two days per week
Added 22 days ago
JG
GP Administrator/DBA
J&M Group
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
Hands on experience with Database Administration specially SQL server, maintaining and managing databases as a DBA, Senior level experience as a DBA is required.
Added 22 days ago
MU
Senior Database Administrator - Information Technology Services
MacEwan University
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
…performance, and lifecycle management of the University’s Oracle, SQL Server, and other database environments. The role also supports PeopleSoft administration and, as operational…
Added 23 days ago
AS
Systems Architect (12402)
Algoma Steel Inc.
Sault Ste. Marie, ON
- Full-time
Must have 15 years minimum experience directly related to corporate IT Infrastructure for an organization with at least 1000 employees
Added 24 days ago
FV
Junior Database Administrator
Forum Ventures
Toronto, ON
- $70,000 to $80,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
We’re looking for a talented Junior Database Administrator to join our team and work alongside our senior DBA. You’ll help write and optimize SQL queries, monitor database performance, and…
Added 24 days ago
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Senior DB2 DBA
BMO
Toronto, ON · SCC
- Full-time
Hybrid Work Model: This role requires in-office presence two days per week
Added 24 days ago
ZS
My SQL
Zodiac Solutions, Inc
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
Administer and support SQL Server across on-premises, Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and SQL Server on Azure Virtual Machines.
Added 24 days ago
C
Application DBA-EN
CAE
Halifax, NS
- Full-time
Administer and support Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server databases used by commercial off-the-shelf and custom applications on Windows-based infrastructure.
Added 25 days ago
C
Application DBA
CAE
Halifax, NS
- Full-time
Administer and support Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server databases used by commercial off-the-shelf and custom applications on Windows-based infrastructure.
Added 25 days ago
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Senior Data Engineer, Analytics
nesto
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
Design and maintain ELT pipelines from SQL Server, Azure SQL, REST APIs and SaaS platforms, with incremental loads, safe reruns and clear failure handling.
Added 25 days ago
R
Senior Oracle Database Administrator (DBA)
Raise
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
Raise is currently hiring a Senior Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) on behalf of our client. They’re expanding their team to meet growing needs, making this a unique opportunity to work…
Added 25 days ago
MP
Senior Database Administrator (PostgreSQL Platform)
Michael Page
Toronto, ON · Greater Toronto Area, Canada
- $63 to $77 CAD / hour
- Contract
Lead Database Migrations projects activities (to PostgreSQL platform) in a senior DBA capacity
Added 25 days ago
C
Oracle Exadata Administrator (Oracle RAC, Data Guard, RMAN)
Cognizant
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
Seeking an experienced Oracle Exadata DBA Architect to lead the design, implementation, optimization, and support of enterprise Oracle Exadata environments. The ideal candidate will possess…
Added 25 days ago
C/
Senior Database Administrator
CIRO / OCRI
AB · Vancouver, BC · Toronto, ON · Montreal, QC · Calgary, AB
- Full-time
CIRO is seeking a highly capable Senior Database Administrator (DBA) to support the performance, reliability, and integrity of our Finance Systems and enterprise data ecosystem. This role…
Added 26 days ago
R
System Administrator and Support Specialist
Raise
Burnaby, BC
- Full-time
Integrations & Data Management: Support, develop, and maintain web services and SQL integrations. Write SQL queries, scripts, and procedures for data retrieval, troubleshooting, system…
Added 26 days ago
LC
Senior Enterprise Database Administrator
Litcom Consulting Inc.
Toronto, ON · Greater Toronto Area, Canada
- Full-time
…reliability of enterprise database environments across Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Azure SQL Database and Azure SQL Managed Instance, Neo4j graph databases, and Microsoft analytics…
Added 26 days ago
QT
Senior Database Performance Engineer
QHR Technologies
Kelowna, BC
- $110,000 to $120,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Monitor, analyze, and tune SQL Server instances in collaboration with Infrastructure DBA’s to ensure high availability, low latency, and predictable capacity
Added 29 days ago
WC
Business Intelligence Database Developer
Workers Compensation Board of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB
- Full-time
The Business Intelligence, Database Analyst (BI DBA) is responsible for transforming WCB operational data into information that is stored and managed utilizing WCB data warehouses. The…

Michael Page

Senior Database Administrator (PostgreSQL Platform)

Toronto, ON, Canada
Greater Toronto Area, Canada, Canada

$63 to $77 CAD / hour · Contract

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Job details

Pay: $63 to $77 CAD / hour
Job type: Contract
Experience: Minimum 10 years of practical DBA experience with sound working knowledge of database structure, theories, principals and practices
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 20, 2026

Original job description

Join as a Senior Database Administrator responsible for the design, administration, optimization, security, and resilience of a PostgreSQL database platform across production environments. The role leads database migration initiatives from Oracle to PostgreSQL while driving performance, availability, disaster recovery, and cloud database best practices.

Client Details

The company operates in the insurance industry.

Description

Ensure the proper design, implementation and deployment of databases in conjunction with the relevant cross functional teams
Conduct research and make recommendations on database products, services, protocols, and standards
Work with the Application Support teams and various IT groups to develop database architectures, coding standards, and quality assurance policies and procedures
Design and implement redundant systems, policies, and procedures for disaster recovery and data archiving to ensure effective protection and integrity of databases
Document and review database design to ensure optimal database performance, providing analysis and recommended improvement opportunities to management
Lead Database Migrations projects activities (to PostgreSQL platform) in a senior DBA capacity
Performance and general health / capacity monitoring and day-to-day database administration duties
Assist with routine maintenance including database rebuilds/re-indexing/expansion and archiving as needed
Troubleshoot PostgreSQL database/server issues and assist in the resolution of application-related problems
Provide day-to-day support to production systems as assigned or required
Administer database security, establish effective security controls, and be primary point of contact for audits

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class otherwise protected under applicable human rights legislation. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled and all other qualified applicants

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College Diploma or University Degree in the field of computer science
Minimum 10 years of practical DBA experience with sound working knowledge of database structure, theories, principals and practices
Advanced knowledge and experience with PostgreSQL Database Platform including: Software installation and configuration, High Availability and Disaster Recovery, Performance Tuning and Optimization, Backups, Security and Compliance, PostgreSQL internals
Experience with Database Migrations to PostgreSQL from Oracle Database Platform is a must
Strong proficiency in Linux administration (RHEL) in On-prem and Cloud Infrastructure. Command-line interface, file systems, shell scripting and user management
Experience with managed cloud databases (AWS RDS/Aurora, Azure Database for PostgreSQL, Google Cloud SQL) and containerized workflows (Kubernetes, Docker)
Working technical experience with designing, building, installing, configuring and supporting other than PostgreSQL databases on both Windows and Unix servers (Oracle and/or MSSQL preferred)
Availability to work weekends and after hours as per business needs
Optional or preferred vendor/community credentials or certifications (e.g. PostgreSQL or cloud-provider database specialty certifications)

Job Offer

Temporary contract.
Hourly pay
Lead strategic Oracle-to-PostgreSQL migration initiatives with significant business impact.
Influence database architecture, performance standards, security controls, and HA/DR strategies.
Gain exposure to modern cloud database platforms including AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud.

This role may use AI‑assisted tools to support initial screening. All assessments and decisions are made by a human reviewer.

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Responsibilities

Lead Oracle-to-PostgreSQL migrations and oversee the design, administration, performance, security, availability, and capacity of production databases. Develop and maintain database architecture, backup and disaster recovery practices, security controls, and operational support processes.

Requirements

Requires a college diploma or university degree in computer science and at least 10 years of practical DBA experience, including advanced PostgreSQL expertise and Oracle-to-PostgreSQL migration experience. Candidates should also have strong RHEL administration skills, experience with cloud-managed databases and containerized workflows, and the ability to support other database platforms and work after hours or weekends as needed.

Skills

PostgreSQL Administration
Oracle-to-PostgreSQL Migration
Database Architecture
High Availability and Disaster Recovery
Performance Tuning and Optimization
Database Security and Compliance
Backup and Recovery
Linux Administration
RHEL
Cloud Database Platforms
AWS RDS and Aurora
Azure Database for PostgreSQL
Google Cloud SQL
Kubernetes
Docker
Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server

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Keywords

PostgreSQL
Oracle
Microsoft SQL Server
Database Administration
Database Migration
Database Architecture
High Availability
Disaster Recovery
Performance Tuning
Database Optimization
Database Security
Compliance
Backup and Recovery
Data Archiving
Capacity Monitoring
RHEL
Linux Administration
Shell Scripting
AWS RDS
Amazon Aurora
Azure Database for PostgreSQL
Google Cloud SQL
Kubernetes
Docker
Production Support
Database Internals
Database Audits
Insurance

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