MySQL Database Administrator

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Job Title: MySQL Database Administrator
Location: Pittsburgh, PA or Cleveland, OH
Pay Range: $65/hr – $71/hr
Employment Type: 6 month contract to hire opportunity
Industry: Banking / Financial Services

About the Role:
We’re looking for an experienced MySQL Database Administrator to join a dynamic infrastructure support team within a leading financial institution. This role is ideal for someone with deep MySQL expertise, strong automation skills, and a passion for optimizing database performance across enterprise environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer MySQL databases (versions 8.0.x, 8.4.x; migrating to 8.0.42 and 8.4.5)
• Implement and manage InnoDB clustering across multiple data centers
• Troubleshoot performance issues and bottlenecks
• Review database design changes and stress testing results
• Collaborate with IT teams, vendors, and cross-functional project groups
• Monitor, maintain, and back up databases
• Ensure database security compliance with internal policies
• Automate routine tasks and streamline database processes
• Mentor and support junior team members

Required Skills & Experience:

• 6+ years of MySQL database administration experience
• Expertise in MySQL storage engines and 8.x features
• Experience with automated failover solutions and TDE (Transparent Data Encryption)
• Familiarity with MySQL best practices and client-server communication (ODBC/JDBC)
• Proficiency in shell and SQL scripting for automation
• Experience with automated installation and patching ()

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Customer-focused and results-driven
• Effective team collaboration and mentoring capabilities

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in an IT-related field
• Relevant certifications (e.g., MySQL DBA) are a strong plus

Team & Environment:

• Group: Platform Support (Infrastructure)
• Team Size: 6 members
• Current Projects: Infrastructure platform support

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