Database Developer

Brampton, Ontario, Canada, Burlington, Prince Edward Island, Canada, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Cambridge, Ontario, Canada, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Remote
Posted Aug 28, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Location requirements: Country, Canada

Job summary

The Database Developer will design, develop, and maintain PostgreSQL database solutions while supporting cloud integrations and operational activities. They will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure scalable data processing, performance optimization, and reliable deployment within Azure and Kubernetes environments.

Job details

About ELITS ELITS Canada Inc. is part of Accelerate, within the IVER Group in Sweden. IVER Group has approximately 1,300 employees and continues to grow. As part of Accelerate, you will work at the forefront of technology on exciting digitization and transformation projects with market-leading customers. We are passionate about realizing digital opportunities in the cloud and, together with our customers, closing the gap between aspiration and successful implementation. Communication is an essential part of the work since we collaborate closely with our customers. As an employee at ELITS, you will become part of a great team that responds with humility and takes pride in what we deliver. About this opportunity: ELITS is looking for a Database Developer to join a customer-focused delivery team in a remote position based in Canada. In this role, you will support the design, development, integration, and operation of modern data platform solutions. You will work with customer stakeholders and technical teams to build reliable, scalable database and cloud integrations that enable effective data processing, reporting, and analytics. What you will do: • Develop, maintain, and optimize PostgreSQL databases, including database design, performance tuning, and ongoing operational support. • Build and maintain PostgreSQL stored procedures, functions, and Structured Query Language (SQL) queries. • Work with PostgreSQL and pg_lake to support scalable data storage and analytical workloads. • Configure and support integrations between PostgreSQL environments and Databricks. • Collaborate with cloud, data, and application teams to deliver secure and reliable data solutions. • Support deployments and operational activities within Microsoft Azure cloud environments. • Work with Kubernetes or a Kubernetes distribution to support the deployment, configuration, and operation of database-related services. • Create and maintain clear technical documentation for database configurations, integrations, processes, and delivered solutions. • Identify opportunities to improve automation, performance, reliability, and standardization across the data platform. The skills you bring: • Minimum five (5) years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Data Engineering, or equivalent applicable experience. • Strong hands-on experience with PostgreSQL Server administration, development, and optimization. • Strong knowledge of Structured Query Language (SQL), including writing, troubleshooting, and optimizing complex queries. • Experience developing and maintaining PostgreSQL stored procedures and functions. • Experience with pg_lake or similar PostgreSQL-based analytical data capabilities. • Experience configuring or supporting integrations between PostgreSQL and Databricks. • Good knowledge of Microsoft Azure cloud services and cloud-based data platforms. • Experience working with Kubernetes or a Kubernetes distribution in a production or enterprise environment. • Understanding of database security, access management, backup and recovery, and performance monitoring. • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in a remote, customer-facing environment. • Clear written and verbal communication skills in English. Qualities: At ELITS Canada, great people create great impact. Success in this role comes from curiosity, ownership, and a passion for building practical, scalable solutions. You are someone who: • Thrives in a collaborative, cross-functional team and communicates with clarity and confidence. • Balances strong technical depth with pragmatic, solution-oriented decision making. • Takes initiative, works independently, and is comfortable owning technical outcomes. • Brings structure and discipline to documentation, standards, and operational excellence. • Contributes to a culture of trust, learning, and continuous improvement. Additional information: This is a remote position open to candidates located in Canada. The role requires close collaboration with ELITS colleagues, customer stakeholders, and technical teams across different locations and time zones. This position is open to Canadian residents and individuals with a valid work permit in Canada. ELITS – Part of Accelerate – IVER Group.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have at least five years of relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree in a technical field such as Computer Science or Data Engineering. Strong hands-on expertise in PostgreSQL administration, SQL optimization, and experience with cloud-based data platforms like Azure and Databricks are required.