Database Engineer - Mysql

Database Engineer (MySQL-Focused)

Hybrid | Permanent | £40,000 - £45,000 + Training

Are you a database expert who thrives on performance, optimisation, and solving complex challenges? We're looking for a Database Engineer to take ownership of a modern, high‑availability database environment and help shape its future.

• Own and manage MySQL environments as the primary subject matter expert
• Design and optimise database architecture, performance, and scalability
• Implement and maintain high availability solutions
• Handle backup, recovery, and disaster planning
• Collaborate with development, infrastructure, and security teams
• Troubleshoot complex issues and continuously improve performance
• Contribute to documentation, standards, and best practices

• Strong experience with MySQL (5.7 / 8+)
• Working knowledge of SQL Server administration
• Experience with high availability technologies

• Postgre
  
  SQL experience
• Cloud exposure (AWS / Azure)
• Infrastructure knowledge
• Interest in AI tools for database management
• Linux and scripting knowledge

• Make a real impact in a critical infrastructure team
• Work with modern and legacy technologies
• Collaborative, supportive tech environment
• Funded professional certifications
• Hybrid flexibility

If you're passionate about databases and enjoy solving complex problems, we'd love to hear from you.

Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers.