Cloud Native PostgreSQL – Running PostgreSQL on Kubernetes

What are the best ways to run PostgreSQL on Kubernetes, and how do you do it reliably in production? This session breaks down the real options available to engineering and DevOps teams navigating one of the most common decisions in cloud-native infrastructure.

We walk through the different Kubernetes operators designed to manage PostgreSQL deployments, comparing how each one approaches implementation so you can make an informed choice for your environment. The session also takes a close look at Neon PostgreSQL, a database built specifically for cloud-native environments, and what sets it apart from traditional approaches.

Beyond tooling, the talk covers the most important best practices for running PostgreSQL on Kubernetes effectively, giving SREs and platform engineers a practical foundation for stable, production-grade database operations.

If you're evaluating your options for PostgreSQL on Kubernetes or looking to sharpen how your team manages stateful workloads in containerized infrastructure, this session offers a grounded, comparison-driven look at the current landscape.