At Cavista, our mission is to empower organizations with the world’s best technology solutions. We ensure the highest level of client satisfaction through a global network of innovation, and our software solutions are custom-built to accommodate your domain and requirements. Through world-class consultation, innovative IT solutions and personalized client services, Cavista increases operational efficiency for organizations of all sizes.
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We’re seeking an experienced Database Administrator to join our growing technology team.
This role is ideal for professionals with deep expertise in MySQL database management and a passion for building reliable, scalable data infrastructure. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and maintain high-performance database environments that support mission-critical applications.
Key Responsibilities
Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain relational database systems.
Monitor database performance and implement tuning strategies to optimize efficiency.
Perform database backup, recovery, and disaster recovery planning.
Ensure database security, user access management, and compliance with company policies.
Troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues in production and development environments.
Develop and maintain database documentation, standards, and procedures.
Support application development teams with database design and query optimization.
Monitor database health, capacity, and storage utilization.
Implement high availability and replication solutions where required.
Execute database migrations, upgrades, and patch management activities.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field
Minimum of 4 years experience in managing MySQL databases in large-scale environments
Proficient in MySQL sharding architecture and clustering techniques
Hands-on experience with HAProxy, ProxySQL, or MaxScale
Familiarity with AWS database services (Aurora, RDS, etc.)
Strong Linux/Unix administration skills
Experience with disaster recovery, data replication, and performance tuning
MS SQL experience is a plus
SaaS or cloud-based infrastructure experience is an advantage.
What you will experience
A fast-paced, collaborative, and purpose-driven team environment that empowers you to thrive and grow.
Opportunities to shape the voice of a global tech brand while working alongside innovative leaders.
Professional development and leadership support to sharpen your expertise.
Competitive compensation and a full suite of benefits, including health and wellness programs, and generous paid time off (vacation days, holidays, and birthday leave).
A culture that values transparency, creativity, and continuous learning.
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