MySQL Database Administrator

Oxydata Software; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxydata Software is seeking a Senior MySQL Database Administrator to manage and optimize mission-critical MySQL environments on Linux within an onsite data centre. The role emphasizes high availability, performance tuning, and proactive problem-solving in a dynamic infrastructure team.

You will administer databases, perform routine maintenance, execute backups, and collaborate on capacity planning to ensure data integrity and optimal operation in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of MySQL DBA experience on Linux.
• Hands-on MySQL administration on Linux.
• Strong optimization, tuning, and troubleshooting skills.
• Proven backup and restore capabilities.
• Familiarity with basic Linux system administration.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with strong communication.
• Proactive mindset with willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Administer and support MySQL databases on Linux.
• Perform routine maintenance, optimization, and troubleshooting.
• Execute backup and restore operations to ensure data integrity.
• Collaborate on database capacity planning and monitoring.
• Apply Linux system administration skills to support database operations.

Skills

MySQL on Linux

Linux administration

Performance tuning

Backup and recovery

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Communication

Proactive learning

Tools

Ansible

Job description

MySQL Database Administrator (Senior, L3)

Role Summary

Join our infrastructure team as a Senior MySQL Database Administrator, where you'll play a key role in managing and optimizing mission-critical database environments on Linux platforms. This is an opportunity to ensure high availability and performance in a dynamic, onsite data centre setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and support MySQL databases on Linux platforms
• Perform routine maintenance, optimization, and troubleshooting of MySQL databases
• Execute backup and restore operations to ensure data integrity
• Collaborate on database capacity planning and monitoring
• Apply Linux system administration skills to support database operations

Must-have Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in MySQL database administration on Linux
• Hands‑on experience with MySQL database administration on Linux
• Strong understanding of optimization, tuning, and troubleshooting techniques for MySQL databases
• Proven hands‑on backup and restore capabilities for MySQL databases
• Familiarity with basic Linux system administration
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills with effective communication
• Proactive mindset with a willingness to learn and adapt

Nice-to-have Requirements

• Experience with automation and configuration management tools such as Ansible
• Experience designing and refining physical database architecture for reliability
• Exposure to fault‑tolerant and distributed database mechanisms

Why Join Us

Be part of a collaborative and experienced team in a fast‑paced environment, working on impactful projects that support critical business operations. You'll have the opportunity to deepen your expertise, contribute to innovative solutions, and grow your career in a supportive, onsite setting.