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MYSQL DBA

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

MySQL DBA Location: Minneapolis MN (In-Person) Duration: 6+ months Top Three Skills: 1. 3+ years of experienced in MySQL performance tuning and database administration/support 2. In depth knowledge ...

Jobsbridge

MYSQL DBA

San Francisco, CA

Company Description Intelliswift Software, Inc Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a similar technical related field 5+ years of MySQL database administration.

Ignatiuz.com

Sr. MySQL DBA

Philadelphia, PA

Looking for very Senior MySQL DBA Architects with Certification . * SQL Server Scripting skill * Recommend, implement, and maintain best practices and corporate standards. * Backup and recovery ...

Jobsbridge

MYSQL DBA

San Francisco, CA

Company Description Intelliswift Software, Inc Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a similar technical related field 5+ years of MySQL database administration.

Jobsbridge

MYSQL DBA

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Company Description Intelliswift Software, Inc Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a similar technical related field 5+ years of MySQL database administration.

Avani Technology Solutions, Inc.

MySQL/Oracle DBA

Burbank, CA · On-site

$54 - $73.50/hr

Top Three Skills: • 5+ years of experience as a MySQL DBA • 3+ years of experience as a Oracle DBA • Experience with data migrations Moving from Oracle to MySQL database environment so this ...

SAIC

MySQL Cloud Database Administrator

Washington, DC · On-site

ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is seeking a MySQL Cloud Database Administrator Expert to lead enterprise database environments to AWS Cloud. The position requires expertise in AWS MySQL, with strong ...

SAIC

MySQL Cloud Database Administrator

Washington, DC · On-site

Description SAIC is seeking a MySQL Cloud Database Administrator Expert to lead enterprise database environments to AWS Cloud. The position requires expertise in AWS MySQL, with strong hands-on ...

IPsoft

Sr. Lead MySQL DBA

New York, NY

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Strong working experience with Linux and MySQL Strong working experience with MySQL (v5+) DBA and Development technologies Experience with Postgresql, MongoDB and other open source and Nosql database ...

Mindlance

Database Administrator

Englewood, NJ · On-site

They are seeking a Database Administrator to manage, support, and maintain multiple MySQL database instances, requiring hands-on production database administration skills and technical expertise.

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As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for mysql dba in the United States is $48.87, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40.14 and $56.25 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a MySQL DBA do?

As a MySQL DBA, your daily responsibilities typically include monitoring database health, performing regular backups, tuning performance, and troubleshooting issues to ensure minimal downtime. You may also be tasked with designing and implementing database schemas, managing user permissions, and applying patches or upgrades as needed. Collaboration with development, DevOps, and IT teams is common to support application deployments and align database needs with business objectives. Staying proactive in identifying and resolving potential service disruptions is an important part of the role, contributing to smooth and secure operations.

What is a MySQL DBA?

A MySQL Database Administrator (DBA) is responsible for managing, maintaining, and optimizing MySQL databases to ensure efficiency, security, and availability. They handle tasks such as database installation, configuration, performance tuning, backup and recovery, security management, and troubleshooting. MySQL DBAs work closely with developers and system administrators to optimize database performance and ensure data integrity. Their role is critical in maintaining the smooth operation of applications that rely on MySQL databases.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a MySQL DBA?

To thrive as a MySQL DBA, you need strong expertise in database administration, SQL, backup and recovery, and performance tuning—typically supported by a degree in computer science or related experience. Familiarity with tools like MySQL Workbench, Percona Toolkit, cloud database services, and certifications such as MySQL Database Administrator are often expected. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication are important soft skills, as is the ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams. These skills and qualities are essential to ensure data integrity, optimize database performance, and support business operations reliably.

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MySQL DBA in Hoffman Estates, IL, 60179

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Hoffman Estates, IL • On-site

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Compunnel is a leader in professional resourcing and project-based workforce solutions. We accelerate organizations growth by intensely attracting, assessing and placing specialized expertise in IT to precisely deliver in-demand talent for mission-critical positions, enhancing the competitiveness of the organizations and people we serve.

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Role: MySQL DBA

Location: Hoffman Estates, IL, 60179

Duration: 12+months contract

Looking for a consultant with the ability to setup MySQL master/slave replication and automated backup and performance tuning.

Consultant must have experience with MYSQL database administration which includes:

SQL tuning, performance tuning, database administration, backup and recovery, User creation and management, use of MySQL enterprise monitor for monitoring and tuning databases

1. Environment size: 4 production DB servers, 2 DB servers.

2. Users: Team of about 10 devs

3. Version of MySQL: 5.5 and 5.6 (I recommend they upgrade)

4. Development vs Administration: 80% dev, 20% dba

5. Issues: SQL performance, training devs on best practices

6. What's most important for this role: solid understanding of MySQL performance and ability to communicate with dev team.

7. How many on the team? Is this the sole MySQL DBA? Only 1 DBA, but he/she works closely with devs.

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