Database Administrator

Junior Database Administrator (2-3 Years Experience) Location: Ahmedabad Job Type: Full-time Department: IT & Database Administration About Our Company: We are a leading ICT solutions provider specializing in Internet Services, System Integrations, and Managed Services . Our in-house CRM/ERP systems require robust database management, optimization, and security. We are looking for a Junior Database Administrator with strong expertise in MySQL and a fundamental understanding of other database structures. Role Overview: As a Junior Database Administrator , you will be responsible for managing, optimizing, and ensuring the security of our MySQL databases that support our core CRM/ERP systems. You will work alongside development and infrastructure teams to enhance database performance, ensure data integrity, and implement best practices for database management. Key Responsibilities: Manage, monitor, and maintain MySQL databases for high availability and performance. Optimize and fine-tune queries, indexing, and database schemas . Assist in database backup, recovery planning, and disaster recovery strategies. Ensure data integrity, security policies, and access control management . Troubleshoot and resolve database performance issues, slow queries, and deadlocks . Work with development teams to design efficient database structures and stored procedures . Support database migrations, upgrades, and replication configurations. Document database structures, processes, and best practices. Stay updated with emerging database technologies, security trends, and performance tuning techniques . Essential Technical Skills: 2-3 years of hands-on experience with MySQL database administration. Strong knowledge of SQL queries, indexing, stored procedures, triggers, and views . Experience with MySQL replication, clustering, and performance tuning . Proficiency in query optimization and database profiling tools (EXPLAIN, MySQL Slow Query Log, Performance Schema) . Understanding of database security best practices and user permission management. Experience with database backup and recovery strategies (mysqldump, Percona XtraBackup, etc.) . Familiarity with Linux environments and command-line operations for database management. Basic knowledge of NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Redis) and other relational databases (PostgreSQL, MSSQL, Oracle, etc.) . Experience in working with large datasets and high-transaction databases . Desired (Nice-to-Have) Skills: Knowledge of cloud-based database solutions (AWS RDS, Google Cloud SQL, Azure SQL Database) . Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and automation tools for database deployments. Scripting experience with Shell, Python, or SQL automation . Understanding of data warehousing concepts and ETL processes . Knowledge of containerized database solutions (Docker, Kubernetes) . Exposure to database monitoring tools (Grafana, Prometheus, Zabbix, MySQL Workbench, phpMyAdmin) . Personal Qualities: Passionate about database management, security, and optimization. Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills. Proactive mindset and eagerness to learn new database technologies. Ability to work in a collaborative team environment and communicate effectively. Detail-oriented with a commitment to maintaining data accuracy and integrity . Benefits of Joining Us: Work on enterprise-grade database systems in real-world applications. Gain hands-on experience with advanced database technologies and cloud solutions . Access to mentorship, technical training, and certifications . Competitive salary package with career advancement opportunities. A collaborative work environment that values innovation and continuous improvement. Ready to Join? If you're a passionate Database Administrator looking to grow and contribute, we’d love to hear from you! Show more Show less