MySQL Database Administrator

Summary

Join Cavista Technologies' growing team as an experienced MySQL Database Administrator. You will design, implement, and maintain high-performance database environments supporting mission-critical applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize SQL queries and database performance. Responsibilities include administering and supporting MySQL databases across various environments, configuring and maintaining replication and clustering solutions, and troubleshooting database issues. You will also perform backups, restoration, and disaster recovery planning, and contribute to database security and process improvements. This role requires a Bachelor's degree, 6+ years of experience managing MySQL databases, and proficiency in MySQL sharding and clustering techniques.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field
• Minimum of 6 years experience in managing MySQL databases in large-scale environments
• Proficient in MySQL sharding architecture and clustering techniques
• Hands-on experience with HAProxy, ProxySQL, or MaxScale
• Familiarity with AWS database services (Aurora, RDS, etc.)
• Strong Linux/Unix administration skills
• Experience with disaster recovery, data replication, and performance tuning
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Administer and support MySQL databases across development, test, and production environments
• Optimize SQL queries and database performance for high-volume systems
• Configure, monitor, and maintain MySQL replication, clustering, and HA solutions
• Collaborate with engineering and DevOps teams to maintain cloud-native database systems (especially AWS)
• Troubleshoot and resolve database issues, including performance bottlenecks and data integrity problems
• Perform backups, restoration, and disaster recovery planning
• Monitor database health and operational metrics
• Support version upgrades and ensure system compatibility
• Contribute to database security, compliance, and process improvements
• Provide technical guidance to peers and promote best practices within the team
• Perform other duties as assigned in line with team and project needs

Preferred Qualifications

• MS SQL experience is a plus
• SaaS or cloud-based infrastructure experience is an advantage

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• 5-day workweek
• Casual Friday, Everyday
• 20 PTO (Paid-Time-Off) Days + Holidays + Birthdays Off
• Flextime
• Competitive Health Insurance (Employee + Spouse + 4 children)
• Accidental and Disability Benefit
• Retirement Benefit – Pensions
• Wellness Programs
• Game On! PS, Pool, Chess and more
• Genuine respect for work-life balance
• Employee Training Programs
• Professional Development for Career Growth
• Remote working and IT Assets provided for remote employees
• Mentoring and Counseling
• Referral Bonus
• Respect and Collaborative team environment