Senior Database Administrator - MySQL

Harvey Nash

Oxford, UK

18 days ago

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Role details

Contract type

Permanent contract

Employment type

Full-time (> 32 hours)

Experience level

Expert

Working hours

Regular working hours

Job source

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Tech stack

Bash Shell Cluster Analysis Databases Linux Disaster Recovery Failover Python (Programming Language) PostgreSQL Microsoft SQL Server MySQL Oracle (Applications) Scripting

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Database Performance

Job description

The successful DBA will design, build, implement, manage and maintain MySQL databases in a Linux environment. You will implement and oversee database backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies whilst monitoring database performance, identify issues, and implement solutions for optimisation. You will collaborate closely with development teams to design and optimise database schemas, queries, and indexes. The ideal candidate will be passionate about technology and stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies related to MySQL and database management.

Requirements

Strong experience with MySQL in a DBA capacity
Experience with other database systems (e.g., PostgreSQL, Oracle, MS SQL)
Understanding of SQL Server, preferably in the context of having ported to MySQL
Experience with high availability solutions such as clustering, replication, and failover
Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation would be a bonus

About the company

Harvey Nash have partnered with a global business well established within the online gaming/gambling industry who have ambitious growth plans heading into 2025. The company have a wide array of clients ranging from independent gaming studios to the world’s largest online casinos delivered into by teams across UK, Canada, South Africa, and China.