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MySQL Database Administrator

Oscar Associates (UK) Limited
Posted a day ago, valid for a month
Location

Oxford, Oxfordshire OX1 1HB, England

Salary

£65,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • We are looking for an experienced MySQL Database Administrator to join a tech development company located near Oxford.
  • The role offers a salary between £55k and £65k and requires a strong background in MySQL database administration.
  • This permanent, full-time position allows for remote work with one day per month in the office.
  • Candidates should have expertise in Linux, Windows, and Python, along with a proactive and strategic mindset.
  • The successful applicant will play a key role in optimizing and securing the company's database systems to meet future data goals.

Role: MySQL Database Administrator

Location: Oxford

Salary: £55k - £65k

Working Pattern: Remote / One day per month in the office

Skillset: Linux / Windows / Python

Summary

We are seeking an experienced Database Administrator to join an tech development company who work to bring invention and innovation to the manufacturing industry. The role is being offered on a permanent, full-time basis, and with a flexible hybrid working pattern.

The office is located just outside of Oxford, close to transport links.

We are looking for a proactive, strategic, and enthusiastic individual with an expertise in MySQL database experience to help the company achieve their data goals for 2025 and beyond! You'll be building solutions in addition to developing and curating new innovative strategies.

The Company

The company specialize in researching, developing and producing cutting edge tech solutions to help brands revolutionize their use of data.

They are now looking for an individual who shares their passion for technology and innovation to join them on their mission of providing exceptional services to ensure their client's success.

The Role

The company are looking for an expert in data to design, build and improve on their existing capabilities. If you have a creative mindset, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, and are always looking to strive for more, then this could be the perfect company, and role, for you.

You would be contributing to MySQL data and database solutions both under your own steam and within a team to deliver the optimization, security and reliability of their database system.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement MySQL databases in a Linux environment
  • Monitor database performance for efficient data retrieval, and identify areas for improvement
  • Implement and manage database security measures
  • Take responsibility for database backup and recovery
  • Perform database maintenance upgrades, migrations, and patch management
  • Perform regular updates to ensure system stability
  • Enforce best practices across the wider team
  • Mentor and advise junior team members

Essential Skills

  • MySQL Server
  • Linux
  • PostgresSQL / Oracle
  • Python / Bash
  • An enthusiasm for keeping up to date with latest IT trends and technologies

Next Steps

If you have a range of experience in MySQL database administration and management, and you are looking to progress with an organisation that has a fantastic approach to work in a thriving and ambitious environment, then look no further - this is the role for you!

Please note: this role does not offer sponsorship.

Referrals:

If this role isn't right for you, do you know someone that might be interested? You could earn £1,000 of retail vouchers if you refer a successful candidate to Oscar. Email: to recommend someone for this role.

Interviews for this role will be held imminently. To be considered, please send your CV to me now to avoid disappointment.

Role: MySQL Database Administrator

Location: Oxford

Salary: £55k - £65k

Working Pattern: Remote / One day per month in the office

Skillset: Linux / Windows / Python

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