My SQL Database Administrator

Job Description

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Senior MySQL Database Administrator (DBA) to lead the design, deployment, and management of secure, scalable, and high-performance MySQL database systems across Windows Server and Linux environments. The ideal candidate should possess deep knowledge of MySQL internals, performance tuning, automation, and disaster recovery planning, with a strong focus on high availability and zero downtime.

Roles & Responsibilities:

1. Design, implement, and maintain highly available and scalable MySQL database systems with minimal to zero downtime.
2. Install, configure, upgrade, and tune MySQL servers in both Windows Server and Linux environments.
3. Implement and manage replication, clustering, and failover strategies (e.g., Group Replication, InnoDB Cluster, Galera).
4. Plan and execute backup and disaster recovery (DR) procedures with regular testing and validation.
5. Monitor and optimize database and server performance using tools and techniques like slow query logs, EXPLAIN plans, and proper indexing.
6. Automate routine administrative tasks and integrate with CI/CD pipelines using Shell or PowerShell scripting.
7. Enforce robust data security, encryption, and access controls in accordance with organizational policies.
8. Conduct regular audits to proactively identify performance issues, storage bottlenecks, and potential risks.
9. Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to support application performance and data integration needs.
10. Maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation of systems, configurations, and procedures.
11. Stay current with evolving MySQL features, tools, best practices, and server technologies on both Windows and Linux.

Support and manage cloud-based MySQL deployments (e.g., AWS RDS, Aurora, GCP Cloud SQL, Azure Database for MySQL) where applicable.

Preferred Candidate Profile:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience administering MySQL in production environments on both Windows Server and Linux.
• Deep understanding of MySQL architecture, storage engines (InnoDB, MyISAM), and replication/topology strategies.
• Proven experience with backup & restore tools (mysqldump, mysqlpump, Percona XtraBackup) and disaster recovery planning.
• Strong command-line skills and scripting experience in Shell or PowerShell.
• Experience with monitoring and alerting tools (e.g., Percona PMM, Zabbix, Nagios, or custom dashboards).
• Exposure to cloud platforms and hybrid database deployments.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.

Ability to mentor junior DBAs and collaborate across technical teams.

Perks and Benefits:

• Competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Opportunity to lead mission-critical database initiatives.
• Flexible work hours and a supportive remote culture.
• Professional development support: certifications, conferences, and courses.
• Work with the latest technologies in a collaborative, forward-thinking team.

Job Type: Full/ Part Time(3 to 4Hours- WFH)
Job Location: Guntur, Hyderabad.