Senior MySQL Database Architect - HA/DR & Performance

Remote Jobs

United States

Remote

USD 140,000 - 190,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Remote Jobs is seeking a hands-on Oracle MySQL Database Architect for a long-term assignment. The role focuses on database architecture, performance tuning, high availability, and production environments.

You will design scalable architectures, install and upgrade MySQL instances, and collaborate with development and infrastructure teams to establish best practices. Ideal candidates bring 8+ years in MySQL DBA/architecture, strong Linux/Unix skills, and experience with replication, HA/DR, and

Qualifications

8+ years of experience with MySQL Database Administration/Architecture.
Hands-on experience with MySQL, SQL, indexing, query optimization, and performance tuning.
Experience with MySQL Replication, InnoDB, HA/DR, backup & recovery.
Migration and upgrade projects experience.
Strong understanding of Linux/Unix environments.
Experience with AWS/Azure is a plus.
Excellent troubleshooting and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Design and implement scalable MySQL database architectures.
Provide hands-on expertise in MySQL installation, configuration, upgrades, and migrations.
Perform database performance tuning, optimization, and troubleshooting.
Design and manage HA, replication, backup, and disaster recovery solutions.
Work with development and infrastructure teams on database design and best practices.
Monitor database health, capacity, security, and availability.
Troubleshoot complex production database issues.