DBA
Exp : 8 to 12 yearsLoc : Kochi Database Administrator (DBA MySQL / PostgreSQL) Overview :
Responsibilities
We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Database Administrator (DBA) with expertise in MySQL 8+ and PostgreSQL. The DBA will be responsible for the design, implementation, administration, and performance optimization of large-scale database systems. The ideal candidate should have proven experience in high-availability environments, performance tuning, troubleshooting, and database security best Responsibilities :
- Design, install, configure, and maintain MySQL 8+ and PostgreSQL database systems across development, staging, and production environments.
- Architect and implement high availability, clustering, replication, and disaster recovery solutions.
- Monitor database performance, proactively identify bottlenecks, and implement tuning and optimization strategies (indexes, queries, caching).
- Ensure data security, integrity, and compliance by implementing database access controls, encryption, and backup strategies.
- Troubleshoot complex database issues, conduct root cause analysis, and provide permanent resolutions.
- Collaborate with application and DevOps teams to optimize database schemas, queries, and stored procedures.
- Implement and maintain monitoring and alerting systems for database health and performance.
- Manage scaling strategies to support large-scale, high-volume applications.
- Document standards, procedures, and guidelines for database management and disaster recovery.
- Stay updated with the latest database features, tools, and industry best Skills & Experience :
- 8+ years of professional experience as a Database Administrator (DBA) in large-scale environments.
- Strong expertise in MySQL 8+ and PostgreSQL administration.
- Hands-on experience with replication and clustering (e.g., MySQL Group Replication, Patroni, pgPool, etc.).
- Proficiency in performance tuning (query optimization, indexing strategies, partitioning).
- Experience with backup & recovery tools (Percona XtraBackup, pgBackRest, WAL archiving).
- Knowledge of high availability & disaster recovery (HAProxy, Failover strategies).
- Familiarity with NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Redis, etc.) is a plus.
- Experience with cloud-based DB services (AWS RDS, Aurora, GCP Cloud SQL, Azure Database for PostgreSQL/MySQL).
- Proven capacity planning, scaling strategies, and experience with large-volume transaction systems.
- Strong understanding of database security best practices (encryption, auditing, role based access).
- Proficiency in Linux system administration related to database hosting.
- Strong scripting skills (Bash, Python, or similar) for automation.
- Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization (Docker, Qualifications :
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
- Certifications in MySQL, PostgreSQL, or cloud database technologies.
- Exposure to Data Warehousing, BI, or Big Data platforms.
- Knowledge of monitoring tools like Prometheus, Grafana, Percona Monitoring and Management (PMM), or Skills :
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
(ref:hirist.tech)
