Remote MySQL/PostgreSQL DBA - Performance & Availability

Valid8 Financial, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortified Data, a fully remote database services company, is looking for a Database Administrator with hands-on experience in MySQL and PostgreSQL administration. This role involves supporting client database systems and collaborating with senior DBAs to ensure optimal performance and stability.

Ideal candidates should have 2 to 4 years of experience in database administration, familiarity with scripting and cloud-based services, and strong problem-solving skills. We value customer service and attention to detail in our collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• 2 to 4 years of hands-on database administration experience with MySQL and/or PostgreSQL.
• Experience with database backups and restores.
• Familiarity with monitoring tools like Zabbix or Prometheus.

Responsibilities

• Respond to client support requests within targeted SLA response times.
• Troubleshoot common database issues across MySQL and PostgreSQL.
• Perform installation and patching of database software.
• Conduct proactive database monitoring and routine maintenance.

Skills

MySQL Administration

PostgreSQL Administration

SQL Query Writing

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Detail Orientation

Tools

Linux

Windows Server

Bash/Shell/Python Scripting

AWS RDS

Azure Database for MySQL/PostgreSQL

Google Cloud SQL

Job description

Fortified Data, a fully remote database services company, is looking for a Database Administrator with hands-on experience in MySQL and PostgreSQL administration. This role involves supporting client database systems and collaborating with senior DBAs to ensure optimal performance and stability.

Ideal candidates should have 2 to 4 years of experience in database administration, familiarity with scripting and cloud-based services, and strong problem-solving skills. We value customer service and attention to detail in our collaborative culture.