Job Description

We are looking for a

skilled and proactive MySQL Database Administrator (DBA)

to manage, maintain, and optimize our MySQL database environments. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring high availability, performance tuning, data security, and backup & recovery of databases supporting business-critical applications.

Key Responsibilities

Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain

MySQL databases

in production, staging, and development environments Monitor database performance and proactively identify bottlenecks Perform

query optimization

, indexing, and schema design improvements Manage

backup, restore, and disaster recovery strategies

Ensure

high availability

using replication, clustering, or failover mechanisms Implement and maintain

database security

, access control, and auditing Troubleshoot database issues and provide root cause analysis Collaborate with application developers to ensure optimal database design Plan and execute database migrations and upgrades with minimal downtime Maintain documentation for database architecture, procedures, and standards

Required Skills & Qualifications

Strong experience as a

MySQL DBA

Deep understanding of

MySQL architecture, replication, and performance tuning

Experience with

backup tools

(mysqldump, Percona XtraBackup, etc.) Hands-on experience with

Linux/Unix environments

Strong SQL skills and understanding of indexing and query execution plans Experience with

high-availability setups

(Master-Slave, Group Replication, Galera Cluster) Knowledge of database security best practices Ability to troubleshoot complex production issues under pressure
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ?180,000.00 - ?240,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person