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Passionate about Building and Diversifying Software Engineering Teams
Database Administrator (DBA) - MySQL
Oxford – Flexible/Remote
Harvey Nash has partnered with a global business well established within the online gaming/gambling industry who have ambitious growth plans heading into 2025. The company has a wide array of clients ranging from independent gaming studios to the world’s largest online casinos delivered into by teams across the UK, Canada, South Africa, and China.
The successful DBA will design, build, implement, manage, and maintain MySQL databases in a Linux environment. You will implement and oversee database backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies whilst monitoring database performance, identifying issues, and implementing solutions for optimization. You will collaborate closely with development teams to design and optimize database schemas, queries, and indexes. The ideal candidate will be passionate about technology and stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies related to MySQL and database management.
The team is around 30 heads across IT and the successful candidate will be heading up the DBA function as the 'go-to' person.
The ideal skillset of the Senior DBA
* Strong experience with MySQL in a DBA capacity
* Experience with other database systems (e.g., PostgreSQL, Oracle, MS SQL)
* Understanding of SQL Server, preferably in the context of having ported to MySQL
* Experience with high availability solutions such as clustering, replication, and failover
* Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation would be a bonus
Benefits provided by the clients
* A mature, flexible working environment
* Strong Bonus systems (20% of 1 month's salary paid out every quarter)
* Private Medical Insurance/DIS benefit.
If you are a MySQL DBA looking for a flexible role and passionate about developing high-quality software, click APPLY NOW.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Information Technology
Industries
Gambling Facilities and Casinos
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