Senior MySQL Database Developer

JR United Kingdom; Oxford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading client in the Oxford area is looking for a Senior MySQL Database Developer. This role involves optimizing multiple high-traffic databases, collaborating with engineering teams, and mentoring junior developers. Ideal candidates should have extensive MySQL experience and be passionate about technological advancements.

Benefits

Referral bonus of £250

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a MySQL Database Administrator and developer.
• Proficient in managing database server settings and performance tuning.
• Skilled in migrating SQL Server databases to MySQL.

Responsibilities

• Implementing, maintaining, and optimizing high-traffic database applications.
• Collaborating with global engineering teams for innovative features.
• Providing mentorship to junior team members.

Skills

MySQL DBA

Performance tuning

Database migration

Backup and recovery

SQL

Data security

Tools

GIT

Elasticsearch

Rollbar

Sentry

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Senior MySQL Database Developer, oxford district

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Client:

Crimson

Location:

oxford district, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

A leading client based in Oxford is seeking a Senior MySQL Database Developer. The selected candidate will be responsible for implementing, maintaining, and optimizing high-traffic, multiple database applications, as well as migrating existing SQL Server databases.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience as a MySQL Database Administrator, with a proven track record of working on highly available applications. They should possess the ability to collaborate effectively with global engineering teams to design and maintain innovative features. Furthermore, the candidate will contribute to technology decisions and architectural discussions, advocating for best practices in engineering and database management. Additionally, they will provide mentorship to junior team members.

Key skills and responsibilities,

• Extensive experience working as a MySQL DBA and developer.

• Proficient in managing and configuring database server settings, log files, binary logs, etc., with the ability to profile and optimize server resource usage when necessary.

• Strong expertise in developing, managing, and testing backup and recovery plans.

• Skilled in performance tuning, optimization, execution plans, indexes, and best practices for database design.

• Experienced in migrating SQL Server databases to MySQL.

• Proven ability in writing performant SQL and stored procedures.

• Competent in performing upgrades to the core MySQL architecture as needed.

• Adept at using source control platforms and tools such as GIT.

• Familiar with logging and analysis tools (Elasticsearch, Rollbar, Sentry).

• Thorough understanding of architectural design choices (Heap, MyISAM, INNO DB, etc.).

• Skilled in writing efficient queries and procedures to ensure optimal solutions.

• Passionate about technology with a commitment to staying current with the latest developments.

• Experience working with high-traffic, responsive environments and applications to ensure performance, security, and availability of databases.

• Knowledgeable in data security best practices and experienced in their application.

Interested? Please submit your updated CV to Lewis Rushton at Crimson for immediate consideration.

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