MySQL Database Administrator
Job Description
Company: London Computer Systems
Location: Cincinnati, OH
Workplace Type: On-site
Employment Type: Full-time
About the Role
LCS is seeking an experienced MySQL Database Administrator to develop, maintain, and optimize databases supporting business-critical software. This role involves managing database architecture, configuring hosts, and ensuring the security and reliable operation of large-scale systems.
What You’ll Do / Key Responsibilities
- Perform day-to-day database administration, including designing, implementing, and maintaining MySQL databases.
- Monitor database performance, security, integrity, and availability.
- Develop, implement, and maintain backup and recovery processes.
- Analyze and optimize queries, indexes, configurations, and database processes.
- Configure and maintain database replication and plan/execute upgrades and migrations.
- Automate routine database administration and maintenance tasks.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Strong proficiency in MySQL database administration and management.
- Strong Linux knowledge and experience.
- Experience monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimizing database performance.
- Proficiency in writing and optimizing SQL statements.
- Understanding of database security, backup, recovery, and availability practices.
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field preferred; equivalent professional experience will also be considered.
Preferred / Bonus Qualifications (if applicable)
- Knowledge of MySQL features, architecture, and administration best practices.
- Experience using Percona products and tools.
- Experience with Ansible or other configuration-management tools.
- Experience scripting in Python to automate tasks.
Benefits & Perks (if applicable)
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Annual company bonus
- 10 paid company holidays and Paid time off
- Contemporary office building and wooded campus with nature trail
- On-site fitness center
LCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
