Senior MySQL Database Administrator

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Europe.

📋 Description

• Collaborate within rapid iteration cycles to deliver dependable, high-quality products.

• Develop and sustain database infrastructure through hands-on involvement.

• Assume responsibility for every database environment: development, staging, and production.

• Manage administrative topics such as security, replication and failover, backups, and performance tuning.

• Address design aspects including schema structure, indexing strategy, and the creation of queries and stored procedures.

• Introduce and advocate for appropriate tools, processes, best practices, and architectural standards.

• Thoroughly review specification documents to pinpoint edge cases and atypical scenarios early on.

• Work in conjunction with development, QA, and DevOps teams.

• Evolve into the in-house database expert.

• Mentor developers and QA engineers on database best practices.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 5 years of experience as a DBA, with a minimum of 3 years focused specifically on MySQL.

• Practical experience with failover, security measures, performance optimization, and backup/recovery processes.

• Hands-on experience in database design, testing, and maintenance.

• Ability to operate independently as the sole DBA within the organization.

• Proficient in scripting (Python, Bash).

• Strong problem-solving abilities and a methodical approach to root cause analysis.

• Proficient in written and spoken English (mandatory).

• Experience in C++ development, particularly in connecting to MySQL from C++ code (nice to have).

• Background in financial markets or trading (e.g., FIX protocol) (nice to have).

• Familiarity with Jira, SVN, and Jenkins (nice to have).

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary package.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

• Flexible working hours and remote work options.

• Collaborative and innovative work environment.