Application Database Specialist
Workplace: Lund, Sweden
Expires: June 30, 2025
The Application Database Specialist role requires managing PostgreSQL and MongoDB databases in production, strong AWS cloud experience, programming skills in Python or TypeScript, and expertise in SQL development. The position values independent work, problem-solving, effective communication, and collaboration to drive project success.
Main requirements:
  • Minimum 3 years hands-on experience with PostgreSQL databases in production
  • Proficiency managing MongoDB databases in production
  • Strong experience with AWS including database management and cloud engineering
  • Solid programming skills in Python or TypeScript
  • Extensive SQL development and relational database experience
  • Working knowledge of NoSQL databases
  • Knowledge of monitoring tools beyond AWS CloudWatch is a plus
Responsibilities:
  • Manage and maintain PostgreSQL and MongoDB databases in production environments
  • Develop SQL queries and support database-related application development
  • Leverage AWS services to manage database infrastructure and cloud solutions
  • Monitor database performance using various monitoring tools
  • Collaborate with project teams to guide and influence optimal solutions
Required hard skills:
  • PostgreSQL database management
  • MongoDB database management
  • AWS cloud services and database management
  • Python or TypeScript programming
  • SQL development and query authoring
  • NoSQL database familiarity
Recommended hard skills:
  • Experience with monitoring tools beyond AWS CloudWatch
Soft skills:
  • Ability to work independently and take initiative
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Effective communication with team members and stakeholders
  • Collaborative mindset to guide and influence project outcomes
Coding languages:
  • Python
  • TypeScript
Natural languages:
  • English (Proficient)
Cultural skills:
  • Independent work
  • Collaboration
  • Initiative
  • Effective communication