MySQL Database Administrator III (rotational Shift) - Immediate joiner preferred at Rackspace Technology

India - Remote·3w ago

Mid LevelFull-timePythonAWSGCPAzureMySQL

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced MySQL Database Administrator to manage database systems across development, test, and production environments. This role focuses on ensuring database performance, security, and availability while collaborating with development and operations teams.

Key Responsibilities

→Install, configure, and maintain MySQL database servers across environments
→Monitor database performance and tune configurations for optimal efficiency
→Implement, manage, and test backup and recovery procedures
→Ensure database security, access controls, and compliance with data protection regulations
→Optimize SQL queries, indexes, and database structures for performance improvements
→Manage user roles, privileges, and access permissions
→Configure and maintain MySQL replication and monitor replicas
→Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve complex database issues
→Design, implement, and support high-availability and disaster recovery solutions
→Collaborate with development and operations teams to support database needs
→Maintain detailed documentation of database configurations and procedures
→Manage MySQL deployments in cloud environments (AWS RDS/Aurora, GCP Cloud SQL, Azure Database for MySQL)

Requirements

✓Proven experience as a MySQL Database Administrator in production environments
✓Strong understanding of MySQL architecture, internals, and storage engines
✓Hands-on experience with database performance tuning, query optimization, and profiling tools
✓Proficiency in configuring and managing MySQL replication and managing replicas
✓Strong knowledge of MySQL backup and recovery tools (Percona XtraBackup, MariaBackup, native MySQL tools)
✓Familiarity with Percona Toolkit and other MySQL utilities for monitoring and troubleshooting
✓Experience with MySQL version upgrades and database migrations
✓Proven experience with high-availability solutions (Percona XtraDB Cluster, MySQL InnoDB Cluster)
✓Experience with replication topologies and disaster recovery planning
✓Experience managing MySQL in cloud environments (AWS RDS/Aurora, GCP Cloud SQL, Azure Database for MySQL)
✓Strong SQL skills and proficiency in scripting (Shell, Python, or Perl)
✓Solid knowledge of Linux/Unix/Windows operating systems and system-level troubleshooting
✓Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
✓Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams
✓Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
✓High school diploma or equivalent required
✓Six+ years of experience as a MySQL DBA
✓Experience in software development, database programming, computer engineering or related technological field
✓Experience implementing and supporting enterprise database systems
✓Experience with other DB technologies such as Postgres or Oracle databases is an advantage