Summary

We are seeking an experienced MySQL & MariaDB Administrator to manage and optimize database environments across on-premises Linux and AIX systems, as well as AWS cloud platforms. This role is critical to ensuring the reliability, performance, and security of our mission-critical database systems. The ideal candidate will provide 24x7 production support, lead database maintenance and upgrades, and drive high availability and disaster recovery strategies.

You will play a key role in performance tuning, incident resolution, and seamless database migrations—ensuring minimal downtime and maximum system uptime. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and automation of routine tasks will be central to your success in this dynamic, high-impact position.

Location: Bangalore, Coimbatore, Chennai Responsibilities:

Manage and administer MySQL and MariaDB databases across on-premises (Linux, AIX) and AWS cloud environments

Provide 24x7 rotational production support to ensure high availability and rapid incident resolution

Perform database installation, configuration, upgrades, patching, and routine maintenance

Design and implement robust backup and recovery strategies using tools such as mysqldump and Percona XtraBackup

Configure and maintain replication topologies (master-slave, master-master) and clustering solutions like Galera Cluster

Ensure high availability and disaster recovery readiness for critical database systems

Conduct performance tuning through query optimization, indexing, and database parameter adjustments

Monitor database health and performance,



implementing proactive alerting and optimization mechanisms

Execute database migrations (on-prem to AWS) and version upgrades with minimal downtime

Leverage AWS services including RDS, Aurora MySQL, EC2-hosted databases, and CloudWatch for monitoring and management

Enforce database security, access control, and compliance with organizational standards

Collaborate with application and infrastructure teams to resolve issues and enhance system performance

Automate routine DBA tasks using shell scripting or Python

Maintain comprehensive database documentation, operational procedures, and audit readiness Requirements 7-12 years of hands-on experience as a MySQL and MariaDB Database Administrator

Proven experience managing databases in Linux environments; exposure to AIX systems is a plus

Strong expertise in database performance tuning, replication, clustering, and high availability solutions

Experience with backup and recovery tools including mysqldump and Percona XtraBackup

Demonstrated ability to manage database migrations and upgrades with minimal downtime

Proficiency with AWS cloud services such as RDS, Aurora MySQL, EC2, and CloudWatch

Solid understanding of database security, access control, and compliance practices

Experience in automation using shell scripting or Python

Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and collaboration skills

Mandatory: Expertise in MySQL and MariaDB DBA operations

Valuable to have: Hands-on experience with PostgreSQL database administration, including installation, backup, performance tuning, and replication

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