MySQL Database Administrator
About the role
Are you an experienced MySQL professional who enjoys solving complex database challenges? Are you skilled at improving performance, protecting critical data, and keeping database environments running reliably? LCS is seeking a MySQL Database Administrator to develop, maintain, and optimize the databases that support our business-critical software. In this role, you will manage database architecture, configure database hosts, maintain access privileges, tune queries, and help ensure the security, availability, and reliable operation of our database servers. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a collaborative technology environment while working with large-scale systems and modern database tools. LCS, based in Cincinnati, Ohio, provides businesses with critical software and technology solutions. Since 2012, LCS has been consistently recognized as a Top Workplace with a supportive culture that fosters collaboration and authenticity. We also love having fun—from on-site food trucks and game rooms to trivia and sports teams, there are plenty of ways we make the workday exciting. Our high-tech office is designed to support many working styles, with hybrid work schedule options available. Candidates must live in the Greater Cincinnati area or be willing to relocate.
Responsibilities
- Perform day-to-day database administration, including designing, implementing, configuring, and maintaining MySQL databases.
- Install, maintain, and configure MySQL database architecture and related systems.
- Monitor database performance, security, integrity, and availability.
- Manage database access and privileges to help ensure company information is stored securely.
- Develop, implement, and maintain database backup and recovery processes.
- Monitor server resource usage and troubleshoot performance or capacity concerns.