MySQL DBA

Skills

Description

Troubleshoot complex database issues in accurate and timely manner.
Maintain database disaster recovery procedures to ensure continuous availability and speedy recovery.
Ensure databases are deployed according to GBS standards and business requirements.
Identify and resolve database issues related to performance and capacity.
Ensure database management and maintenance tasks are performed effectively.
Ensure ticket SLA expectations are met.
Stay updated with new database technologies and analyze such technologies to bring into scope of existing infrastructure.
Able to switch between OLTP and OLAP environments
Bachelor's degree in engineering and/or related experience of 10+ years as DBA experience, expert level experience in at least one database technology platform, multi-platform preferred: MySQL
The applicant will need to have a deep understanding of integrated security and be able to participate in troubleshooting activities.
The ability to discuss database related topics with both technical & business audiences.
Troubleshoot, investigate, offer and execute resolution to database issues.
Monitor and report on database storage utilization.
Experience writing SQL and the ability to understand what others have developed.
Monitor, tune and manage scheduled tasks, backup jobs, recover processes, alerts, and database storage needs in line with firm change control procedures.
Perform fault diagnosis, troubleshoot and correct problems at the database and application performance level.
Work well in a team environment within the database administration team as well as with other Technical Service Group teams and other departments within the Wolters Kluwer.
Provide regular reports on performance and stability of database environment, identifying coming needs proactively to ensure continued reliable service.
Document, develop, test and implement updates to database systems.
Enjoy constantly learning new technologies and contributing to the knowledge of others.
Work outside of regular business hours as required for project or operational work.

Responsibilities

• Experienced Database professional with at least 8-10+ years of experience in Database Administration.
• Experience with all aspects of setup, maintenance, troubleshooting, monitoring, and security.
• Self-motivated, with the proven ability to work independently.
• Take ownership of and proactively seek to improve on existing systems.
• Technical Skillsets
• Solid Database Administration.
• Building cloud model servers end to end a plus.
• On-premises to Cloud DB migrations.
• Data Security, Backup & Recovery tools.
• Experience working with Windows server, including Active Directory.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Flexible, team player, “get-it-done” personality.