Database Engineer II

IDR, Inc.; California; Remote; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Full Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental

Remote opportunity

Job summary

IDR, Inc. is seeking a Database Engineer II for a remote opportunity to support large-scale cloud-managed MySQL environments used by high-traffic gaming services. You will optimize performance, automate provisioning, and collaborate with engineering teams to deliver reliable data platforms.

We offer competitive compensation and full benefits, with remote work flexibility and the backing of an industry leader in gaming technology. Join IDR and help shape live-service database architectures.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of database administration experience with cloud-based MySQL technologies.
• 4+ years of experience managing large-scale relational MySQL databases.
• Proven ability to design and implement automated data migrations.
• Experience working with development teams on schema, query, and database design.
• Scripting with Python, Bash, or similar for automation purposes.

Responsibilities

• Support and manage scalable, high-availability cloud database systems for gaming services.
• Automate database provisioning, maintenance, and migration processes using infrastructure as code.
• Optimize schema design, queries, and stored procedures to enhance performance.
• Monitor database health, respond to incidents, and implement robust backup and failover solutions.
• Lead infrastructure projects from planning through implementation while coordinating with engineering teams.

Skills

Python scripting

Bash scripting

Automation

Performance tuning

Tools

MySQL

Cloud databases

Job description

IDR is seeking a Database Engineer II to join one of our top clients for a remote opportunity! This role involves supporting large-scale, cloud-managed MySQL database environments tailored for high-traffic gaming and live service applications. The position offers an engaging environment for technical expertise in database management, automation, and performance optimization within the gaming technology industry.

Position Overview for the Database Engineer II:

• Support and manage scalable, high-availability cloud database systems for gaming services.
• Automate database provisioning, maintenance, and migration processes using infrastructure as code.
• Optimize schema design, queries, and stored procedures to enhance performance.
• Monitor database health, respond to incidents, and implement robust backup and failover solutions.
• Lead infrastructure projects from planning through implementation while coordinating with engineering teams.

Requirements for the Database Engineer II:

• 4+ years of database administration experience with cloud-based MySQL technologies.
• 4+ years of experience managing large-scale relational MySQL databases.
• Proven ability to design and implement automated data migrations.
• Experience working with development teams on schema, query, and database design.
• Skilled in scripting with Python, Bash, or similar for automation purposes.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive compensation package
• Full Benefits; Medical, Vision, Dental, and more!
• Opportunity to get in with an industry leading organization.

Why IDR?

• 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Dedicated Engagement Manager who is committed to you and your success.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row.