PostgreSQL Development That Handles Production Load
Design PostgreSQL infrastructure with indexing strategies, connection pooling, and high availability that scales with traffic.
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Production PostgreSQL without the bottlenecks
PostgreSQL handles complex workloads until configuration limits hit. Connection pools exhaust, queries crawl with millions of rows, and replication lag causes stale reads. We configure indexing, tune connection management, and build high-availability architecture that maintains performance as data and traffic grow.
Our capabilities include:
- PostgreSQL database design and schema optimization
- Query performance tuning and indexing strategies
- Connection pooling and resource management
- Replication and high-availability configuration
- Extension implementation (PostGIS, pgvector, etc.)
- Migration from Oracle, SQL Server, and MySQL
Who we support
We work with engineering teams where PostgreSQL performance degrades under load, migrations from licensed databases stall, or production infrastructure lacks the reliability business operations require.
SaaS Platforms Hitting Scale Limits
Queries that worked at launch now timeout during peak traffic. Connection pools max out, and adding read replicas hasn't solved the bottlenecks. You need indexing and configuration tuned for your actual query patterns, not generic defaults.
Teams Migrating From Licensed Databases
Oracle or SQL Server licensing costs are unsustainable, but migration complexity keeps the project stalled. Schema translation, stored procedure conversion, and application changes need a clear execution path that doesn't disrupt operations.
Companies Building Location or AI Features
Your product needs geospatial queries with PostGIS or vector search with pgvector for AI applications. Standard PostgreSQL setup doesn't cover extension configuration, specialized indexing, and query optimization required for these workloads.
Ways to engage
We offer a wide range of engagement models to meet our clients’ needs. From hourly consultation to fully managed solutions, our engagement models are designed to be flexible and customizable.
Staff Augmentation
Get access to on-demand product and engineering team talent that gives your company the flexibility to scale up and down as business needs ebb and flow.
Retainer Services
Retainers are perfect for companies that have a fully built product in maintenance mode. We'll give you peace of mind by keeping your software running, secure, and up to date.
Project Engagement
Project-based contracts that can range from small-scale audit and strategy sessions to more intricate replatforming or build from scratch initiatives.
We'll spec out a custom engagement model for you
Invested in creating success and defining new standards
At Curotec, we do more than deliver cutting-edge solutions — we build lasting partnerships. It’s the trust and collaboration we foster with our clients that make CEOs, CTOs, and CMOs consistently choose Curotec as their go-to partner.
Why choose Curotec for PostgreSQL?
PostgreSQL defaults work for development but not production traffic. We configure connection pooling, indexing, and query plans based on your actual workload patterns. Replication and failover architecture ensure availability without manual intervention. You get database infrastructure that handles growth instead of firefighting performance issues as data accumulates.
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Extraordinary people, exceptional outcomes
Our outstanding team represents our greatest asset. With business acumen, we translate objectives into solutions. Intellectual agility drives efficient software development problem-solving. Superior communication ensures seamless teamwork integration.
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Flexibility in our approach
We offer a range of flexible working arrangements to meet your specific needs. Whether you prefer our end-to-end project delivery, embedding our experts within your teams, or consulting and retainer options, we have a solution designed to suit you.
PostgreSQL development capabilities
Database Design & Schema Optimization
Query Tuning & Indexing Strategies
Connection Pooling & Resource Management
Performance Monitoring & Alerting
Extension Implementation
Database Migration
Tools & technologies for PostgreSQL
PostgreSQL Versions & Distributions
Our engineers deploy PostgreSQL versions and managed services configured for your infrastructure and performance requirements.
- PostgreSQL 16 — Latest stable release with improved query parallelism, logical replication enhancements, and performance optimizations
- PostgreSQL 15 — Production-proven version with MERGE command support, improved sorting performance, and enhanced security features
- Amazon RDS for PostgreSQL — Managed database service with automated backups, patching, and Multi-AZ deployment for high availability
- Amazon Aurora PostgreSQL — AWS cloud-native PostgreSQL with up to 5x throughput improvement and automatic storage scaling to 128TB
- Azure Database for PostgreSQL — Microsoft managed service with built-in high availability, automated maintenance, and Azure ecosystem integration
- Google Cloud SQL for PostgreSQL — Fully managed PostgreSQL with automatic replication, backup, and integration with Google Cloud services
Connection Pooling & Performance
Curotec configures connection poolers and caching layers that handle high concurrency without exhausting database resources.
- PgBouncer — Lightweight connection pooler that reduces overhead by reusing database connections across application requests
- Pgpool-II — Connection pooler with load balancing, replication management, and automatic failover capabilities for PostgreSQL clusters
- PgCat — Modern pooler with sharding support, load balancing, and multi-tenant features designed for high-throughput applications
- Redis — In-memory cache that reduces database load by storing frequently accessed query results and session data
- pg_stat_statements — Built-in extension that tracks query execution statistics to identify slow queries and optimization targets
- EXPLAIN ANALYZE — Query plan analysis tool that reveals execution paths, index usage, and performance bottlenecks in complex queries
Replication & High Availability
Our teams implement replication tools and failover solutions that maintain uptime and distribute read traffic across instances.
- Streaming Replication — Built-in PostgreSQL feature that continuously ships write-ahead logs to standby servers for real-time data sync
- Patroni — High-availability solution that automates failover, leader election, and cluster management for PostgreSQL deployments
- repmgr — Replication manager that simplifies standby server setup, monitoring, and switchover operations for PostgreSQL clusters
- pg_auto_failover — Open-source extension that monitors PostgreSQL nodes and triggers automatic failover when primary becomes unavailable
- HAProxy — Load balancer that distributes read traffic across replicas and routes write operations to the primary instance
- Citus — PostgreSQL extension that enables horizontal scaling with distributed tables and parallel query execution across nodes
Monitoring & Query Analysis
Curotec deploys monitoring and analysis tools that identify slow queries, resource bottlenecks, and performance degradation.
- pgAdmin — Open-source administration tool with query editor, server monitoring, and visual database management interface
- pg_stat_activity — System view that displays real-time information about active queries, connections, and waiting processes
- pgBadger — Log analyzer that generates detailed reports on query performance, error patterns, and connection statistics
- Datadog — Cloud monitoring platform with PostgreSQL integration for metrics, query analysis, and alerting on performance issues
- Prometheus + Grafana — Open-source monitoring stack with postgres_exporter for metrics collection and customizable dashboards
- New Relic — Application performance monitoring with database query tracing, slow query detection, and throughput visualization
Extensions & Specialized Features
Our engineers configure extensions for geospatial data, vector search, full-text search, and other specialized workloads.
- PostGIS — Geospatial extension that adds support for geographic objects, spatial queries, and location-based indexing
- pgvector — Vector similarity search extension for AI applications with support for embeddings and nearest-neighbor queries
- pg_trgm — Trigram matching extension that enables fast similarity searches and fuzzy text matching on string columns
- Full-Text Search — Built-in text search with stemming, ranking, and indexing for document search applications
- hstore — Key-value store extension for flexible schema designs when columns vary across rows in the same table
- TimescaleDB — Time-series extension that optimizes PostgreSQL for high-volume time-stamped data and analytical queries
Backup & Recovery
Curotec implements backup solutions with point-in-time recovery that protect against data loss and minimize recovery time.
- pg_dump — Built-in utility that creates logical backups of databases with options for selective table and schema exports
- pg_basebackup — Physical backup tool that creates binary copies of database clusters for faster restoration of large databases
- pgBackRest — Enterprise backup solution with parallel compression, encryption, and point-in-time recovery capabilities
- Barman — Backup and recovery manager with retention policies, catalog management, and disaster recovery for PostgreSQL
- WAL-G — Archival and restoration tool for write-ahead logs with cloud storage support for S3, Azure, and Google Cloud
- AWS RDS Automated Backups — Managed backup service with automated snapshots, point-in-time recovery, and cross-region replication
FAQs about PostgreSQL development
How do you approach performance tuning?
We analyze query plans with EXPLAIN ANALYZE, identify missing or unused indexes, and review connection pool configuration. Tuning targets your actual workload patterns rather than applying generic optimizations.
Can you migrate from Oracle or SQL Server?
Yes, we handle schema translation, data type mapping, stored procedure conversion, and application query updates. Migration runs incrementally with validation testing at each stage to minimize disruption.
RDS vs. self-managed PostgreSQL?
RDS handles backups, patching, and failover automatically but offers less configuration control. Self-managed gives full access but requires more operational overhead. Choice depends on team capacity and customization needs.
How do you handle high availability?
We configure streaming replication with automated failover using tools like Patroni. Read replicas distribute query load, and connection pooling ensures applications reconnect automatically during failover events.
Do you work with extensions like PostGIS?
Yes, we implement PostGIS for geospatial applications, pgvector for AI vector search, TimescaleDB for time-series data, and other extensions with proper indexing and query optimization for each use case.
Do you provide ongoing support?
Yes, we offer retainer support for performance monitoring, query optimization, version upgrades, and troubleshooting. Our team stays familiar with your database infrastructure for rapid response when issues arise.
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