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MYSQL Database Administrator

Job in Framingham, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, 01704, USA
Listing for: SRM Digital LLC
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-16
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    Database Administrator, Systems Administrator
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 80000 - 100000 USD Yearly USD 80000.00 100000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

We are seeking an experienced MySQL Database Administrator (DBA) with strong hands-on expertise across multiple MySQL versions to manage, optimize, and support mission-critical database environments. The ideal candidate will be responsible for database installation, configuration, performance tuning, security, automation, and high-availability operations, while working closely with application and infrastructure teams.

Key Responsibilities
  • Install, configure, manage, and maintain MySQL databases across versions 5.5, 5.6, 5.7, 8, and 8.4.
  • Ensure high availability, performance, reliability, and security of MySQL database environments.
  • Monitor database performance, identify bottlenecks, and proactively tune queries and system parameters.
  • Design, implement, and manage robust backup and recovery strategies to ensure data integrity and business continuity.
  • Perform regular database maintenance activities, including patching, upgrades, and version migrations
    .
  • Lead and support database migration projects
    , including on-premises to cloud and major version upgrades.
  • Implement database security controls in alignment with compliance standards and best practices.
  • Collaborate with software development teams to optimize SQL queries and improve database schema and design.
  • Develop and maintain automation scripts using shell scripting to streamline operational tasks.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues in production and non-production environments.
  • Define and enforce database best practices, standards, and operational procedures.
  • Communicate effectively with both technical teams and management stakeholders.
Required

Skills & Qualifications
  • 5–8 years of hands-on experience in MySQL Database Administration.
  • Strong expertise in MySQL versions 5.5, 5.6, 5.7, 8, and 8.4.
  • Proven experience in performance tuning, query optimization, and indexing strategies
    .
  • Solid knowledge of backup, recovery, replication, and high-availability architectures
    .
  • Experience working in Unix/Linux environments with a strong understanding of OS-level tuning for MySQL.
  • Proficiency in shell scripting for automation and operational efficiency.
  • Experience implementing database security, access controls, and compliance measures
    .
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in complex environments.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across technical and business teams.
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