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Database Administrator

Summary

Maintains and optimizes MySQL databases for high-traffic applications, ensuring performance, reliability, and security while collaborating with development teams.

We are looking for an experienced DataBase Administrator to join our team.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of working experience as DataBase Administrator;

  • Significant experience in using MySQL for mission-critical applications;

  • In-depth knowledge of MySQL backup/recovery and replication;

  • It would be desirable to have a knowledge of MySQL clustering technologies like Galera Cluster;

  • SQL and query optimising techniques with a demonstrable ability to both diagnose and prevent performance problems;

  • Assist the development teams with database design and schema modifications;

  • Expert understanding of high-performance MySQL (>50k QPS);

  • Working knowledge of PostgreSQL, Redis, MongoDB, Snowflake and Clickhouse;

  • Core skills and attributes;

  • Customer focussed;

  • Thrive in a highly collaborative and fast-paced organisation that has office-based, distributed teams and individuals;

  • Proficiency in the English language, both written and verbal, sufficient for success in a remote workplace;

  • Strong Linux administration skills.

Nice to have:

  • Experience with GCP (the primary cloud platform) or AWS data products and services;

  • Knowledge of Ansible;

  • Experience with Helm.

We offer:

  • Projects for such clients as PayPal, Wargaming, Xerox, Philips, Adidas and Toyota;

  • Competitive compensation that depends on your qualification and skills;

  • Career development system with clear skill qualifications;

  • Flexible working hours aligned to your schedule;

  • Options to work remotely.

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