Senior Database Administrator

Zoom Video Communications; United States; Remote; USD 98,000 - 229,000; Full time

Job summary

As a Database Administrator at Zoom, you will be integral to ensuring database performance, integrity, and security in a dynamic environment. Experience with MySQL, cloud infrastructures, and a strong problem-solving mindset is essential for maintaining mission-critical applications. This role allows collaboration with a skilled team and offers competitive compensation based on expertise.

Benefits

Flexible work location

Comprehensive benefits program

Support for work-life balance

Qualifications

• Expertise in MySQL database architecture and internal processes.
• Experience with database monitoring and performance tuning tools.
• Dynamic team player with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Installing and configuring MySQL database servers.
• Troubleshooting database performance and issues.
• Managing replicated database environments.

Skills

MySQL database architecture

Database design

Data integrity

Problem-solving

Communication

Shell scripting

SQL automation

Education

5+ years of DBA experience

Tools

MySQL

MongoDB

DynamoDB

AWS

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)

Job description

What you can expect

As a Database Administrator at Zoom, you will ensure the performance, integrity, and security of our databases. In this way, you will be a playing a key role in planning, developing, and troubleshooting to support seamless operations and data-driven decisions.

About the Team

You will work closely with other DBAs, DevOps and engineers to ensure database systems are running stably, efficiently and securely. The role requires a deep understanding of database structures, theories, principles, and best practices. The ability to work independently and as part of a team, along with problem-solving skills, is essential. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with cutting-edge technologies and to contribute to the success of mission-critical applications.

Responsibilities

• Installing, configuring, and maintaining MySQL database servers

• Managing and supporting mission critical replicated database environments

• Monitoring, tuning and troubleshooting database performance and issues

• Participating in database design, deployment, maintenance, upgrade, and patching, etc

• Supporting DevOps and Service Engineers on database related works and issues

• Proposing and enforcing architectural governance, database standards and best practices

• Supporting NoSQL databases such as MongoDB and DynamoDB

• Participating in team on-call and deployment rotation

What we’re looking for

• 5+ years of involved MySQL DBA working experience on Linux/VM, AWS and/or OCI cloud

• Have expertise in MySQL database architecture and internal

• Have the ability to script and automate (ansible chef, git) routine database tasks using Shell and SQL.

• Have expertise in database design, installation, backup/recovery, performance tuning, troubleshooting, patching, supporting and upgrading MySQL in both Cloud and on-premises environments.

• Have experience with database monitoring and performance tuning tools.

• Be proficient in ensuring data integrity and availability by overseeing database storage, access, and security.

• Demonstrate excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and interpersonal).

• Be a dynamic team player who learns quickly.

Salary Range or On Target Earnings:

Minimum:

$98900,00

Maximum:

$228700,00

In addition to the base salary and/or OTE listed Zoom has a Total Direct Compensation philosophy that takes into consideration; base salary, bonus and equity value.

Note: Starting pay will be based on a number of factors and commensurate with qualifications & experience.

We also have a location based compensation structure; there may be a different range for candidates in this and other locations

At Zoom, we offer a window of at least 5 days for you to apply because we believe in giving you every opportunity. Below is the potential closing date, just in case you want to mark it on your calendar. We look forward to receiving your application!

Anticipated Position Close Date:

06/05/25

Ways of Working
Our structured hybrid approach is centered around our offices and remote work environments. The work style of each role, Hybrid, Remote, or In-Person is indicated in the job description/posting.

Benefits
As part of our award-winning workplace culture and commitment to delivering happiness, our benefits program offers a variety of perks, benefits, and options to help employees maintain their physical, mental, emotional, and financial health; support work-life balance; and contribute to their community in meaningful ways. Click Learn for more information.

About Us
Zoomies help people stay connected so they can get more done together. We set out to build the best collaboration platform for the enterprise, and today help people communicate better with products like Zoom Contact Center, Zoom Phone, Zoom Events, Zoom Apps, Zoom Rooms, and Zoom Webinars.
We’re problem-solvers, working at a fast pace to design solutions with our customers and users in mind. Find room to grow with opportunities to stretch your skills and advance your career in a collaborative, growth-focused environment.

Our Commitment

At Zoom, we believe great work happens when people feel supported and empowered. We’re committed to fair hiring practices that ensure every candidate is evaluated based on skills, experience, and potential. If you require an accommodation during the hiring process, let us know—we’re here to support you at every step.

If you need assistance navigating the interview process due to a medical disability, please submit an Accommodations Request Form and someone from our team will reach out soon. This form is solely for applicants who require an accommodation due to a qualifying medical disability. Non-accommodation-related requests, such as application follow-ups or technical issues, will not be addressed.

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