Senior Software Engineer (PostgreSQL)
AivenBerlin, Germany
Posted October 17, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Aiven is an AI-ready open source data platform company that offers a comprehensive suite of cloud services for streaming, storing, and serving data. Headquartered in Helsinki with global hubs, Aiven provides databases, messaging systems, and analytics tools across major cloud providers like AWS, GCP, and Azure. The company's focus on open choice and rapid deployment helps organizations innovate confidently and quickly.
Job Description
Aiven is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their team and focus on optimizing PostgreSQL services. This role involves developing, scaling, and ensuring the reliability of PostgreSQL, automating tasks, mentoring other engineers, and contributing to the company's open-source initiatives. Aiven values innovation, problem-solving, and customer-centricity.
Requirements
- Excellent development skills in Python
- 5+ years of experience with PostgreSQL, MySQL, MariaDB, SQL Server, OracleDB
- Experience with backup solutions and backup strategies
- Advanced understanding of Linux OS
- Experience with automated testing
- Distributed systems knowledge
- Fluency in English, verbal and written
Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sporting events
- Coffee breaks
- Wellbeing support
- Learning platforms
- Paid learning budget
- Career development