MySQL Engineer

We are seeking a skilled MySQL Engineer to ensure stable and efficient daily management of databases across production and non-production environments. You will maintain database uptime, performance, backup integrity, and security while supporting senior DBAs with various tasks. Join our team to contribute to critical database operations and improvements.

The role follows regular business hours. Weekend on-call support may be required. On-call duty typically occurs once per month, with a maximum of two occurrences per month.

Experience the freedom of remote work from anywhere in Georgia, whether from the comfort of your home, our modern offices in Tbilisi and Batumi or a coworking space in Kutaisi.

Responsibilities

• Monitor MySQL database performance, replication health, uptime, and resource utilization
• Troubleshoot L2-level incidents, resolve alerts, and escalate critical issues when required
• Manage user accounts, privileges, roles, and ensure audit compliance
• Support installation, configuration, database creation, and environment setup
• Perform routine backups, validate restore processes, and assist in disaster recovery activities
• Work with developers to create or modify tables, indexes, stored procedures, and views
• Analyze slow queries using EXPLAIN, slow query logs, and basic tuning techniques
• Maintain documentation including standard operating procedures, runbooks, and configuration details
• Assist with deployments, code releases, and schema changes
• Participate in automation and process improvement initiatives
• Provide 247 rotational support as required
  
  

Requirements

• 4 to 6 years of hands-on experience as a MySQL DBA
• Good understanding of MySQL architecture, InnoDB engine, transaction logs, and buffer pools
• Experience with backups and restore using mysqldump, mysqlpump, Percona XtraBackup
• Basic understanding of replication including asynchronous, semisynchronous, and GTID-based methods

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• Strong SQL knowledge and query optimization fundamentals
• Familiarity with Linux administration including systemd, file systems, CPU and memory checks
• Basic knowledge of at least one additional RDBMS such as Oracle, MS SQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB
• Strong problem-solving skills and communication skills
• English proficiency level B2 (Upper-Intermediate)
  
  

Nice to have

• Exposure to MySQL High Availability solutions like Group Replication, InnoDB Cluster, Percona Cluster
• Experience with partitioning, sharding concepts, and data lifecycle management
• Familiarity with cloud-hosted MySQL services including AWS RDS, Amazon Aurora MySQL, Azure MySQL, and Google Cloud Platform
• Scripting experience with Shell, Python, or Ansible
• Experience with monitoring tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, Percona Monitoring & Management (PMM)
• MySQL certifications
  
  

We offer/Benefits

We connect like-minded people

• Delivering innovative solutions to industry leaders, making a global impact
• Enjoyable working environment, whether it is the vibrant office or the comfort of your own home
• Opportunity to work abroad for up to two months per year
• Relocation opportunities within our offices in 55+ countries
• Corporate and social events
  
  

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We invest in your growth

• Leadership development, career advising, soft skills and well-being programs
• Certifications, including Google Cloud Platform, Azure and AWS
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning and Get Abstract
• Free English classes with certified teachers
  
  

We cover it all

• Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Monetary bonuses for engaging in the referral program
• Comprehensive medical & family care package
• Five trust days per year (sick leave without a medical certificate)
• Benefits package (sports activities, a variety of stores and services)
  
  

EPAM Georgia is a team of innovators united by a passion for technology. The dynamic and inclusive culture we embrace helps positively impact our communities, clients, and employees. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to numerous cutting-edge projects, deliver the most creative solutions, and have an opportunity to learn. Our people are at the heart of our success, and we are proud to provide talents with a solid ground to develop and grow.

Why Choose Us

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