MySQL Database Administrator
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Do you enjoy designing and optimizing databases that power critical systems? Are you passionate about performance tuning and ensuring data reliability at scale? Do you take pride in creating secure, efficient, and resilient data environments?
Join Elixirr Digital as a MySQL Database Administrator and help us analyze and organize raw data to provide valuable business insights to our clients and stakeholders!
As a MySQL Database Administrator you will be responsible for the implementation, configuration, maintenance, and performance of systems.
Discover the opportunity to join our Data & Analytics department and work closely with a group of like-minded individuals with cutting-edge technologies!
What will you be doing as a MySQL Database Administrator at Elixirr Digital?
- Provide DBA support to our data integration and business intelligence teams
- Identify impact on our current code base for DDL schema changes
- Configure and maintain database and processes
- Monitor system's health and performance
- Ensure high levels of performance, availability, sustainability and security
- Analyze, solve, and correct issues in real time
- Refine and automate regular processes, track issues, and document changes
- Assist developers with query tuning and schema refinement
- Perform scheduled maintenance and support release deployment activities
Competencies and skillset we expect you to have to successfully perform your job:
- Strong proficiency in writing complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and triggers
- Experience with Bash scripting in Linux/Unix environment
- Experience with database performance tuning and query optimization
- Familiarity with database security best practices
- Experience with backup, restore, and high-availability solutions for MySQL
- Proficient in Linux system administration and shell scripting
- Experience with version control systems (e.g., Bitbucket)
Bonus points if you have:
- Experience with other scripting languages (Python, Perl, etc.)
- Experience handling and analyzing complex scientific datasets
- Familiarity with cloud-based database solutions (e.g., AWS RDS)
- Experience with DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines
- Experience with data integration and/or traditional ETL
- Knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
We could be a perfect fit if you are:
- Passionate about technology. You anticipate, recognize, and resolve technical problems using a variety of specialized tools for application development and support.
- Independent. You are a self-motivated and ambitious individual, capable of managing multiple responsibilities effectively.
- Problem-solver. You think creatively and find solutions to complex challenges.
- Creative and outside-the-box thinker. You look beyond blog posts and whitepapers, competitions, and even state-of-the-art benchmarks to solve real-world problems.
- Communicator. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential to ensure effective collaboration and timely delivery of results within the team.
- Proficient in English. We work across continents in a global environment, so fluent English, both written and spoken is a must.
Why is Elixirr Digital the right next step for you?
From working with cutting-edge technologies to solving complex challenges for global clients, we make sure your work matters. And while you’re building great things, we’re here to support you.
Compensation & Equity:
- Individually tailored benefits package
- Performance bonus
- Employee Stock Options Grant
- Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Competitive compensation
Flexibility & Balance:
- Flexible working hours and hybrid work
- Multi-sport card
- Full medical checkup
Projects & Tools:
- Big clients and interesting projects
- Cutting-edge technologies
Learning & Growth:
- Learning and development budget
- Growth and development opportunities
People-Centered Perks:
- Referral bonus
- Top performer bonus
- Anniversary bonus
We don’t just offer a job - we create space for you to grow, thrive, and be recognized.
Take your chance and apply!