MySQL Database Engineer - Remote

Overview

Percona Support is a global, elite team of engineers who love getting to the bottom of weird and interesting database behavior. We understand our customers’ business needs and the nuances of their technical environments. This allows us to help our customers see the big picture and identify opportunities to improve their overall database infrastructures.

In Short

• 100% remote role, available anywhere in the Americas time zone.
• Mid-level position with opportunities for skill development.
• Collaborate with senior IT professionals and database experts.
• Hands-on knowledge of MySQL and InnoDB required.
• Experience with performance tuning and query optimization.
• Knowledge of backup solutions and High Availability solutions.
• Understanding of Linux-based systems administration.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex database issues.
• Opportunities for travel to team meetings and conferences.
• Work in a supportive and flexible environment.

Requirements

• Good hands-on knowledge of MySQL and InnoDB.
• Skilled with MySQL ecosystem tools and technologies.
• Knowledge of performance tuning, query optimization, and index tuning.
• Experience with backup solutions and Point-in-Time Recovery.
• Exposure to High Availability solutions.
• Experience administering Linux systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot methodically.
• Self-taught and eager to learn new technologies.
• Availability to travel for team meetings and events.
• Experience working with customers in English.

Benefits

• Flexible work hours and various paid time off programs.
• All equipment provided for remote office setup.
• Funds for career development and training.
• Ongoing connectivity allowances.
• Participation in equity incentive plan.
• Support for work/life balance initiatives.
• Collaborative and engaging company culture.
• Opportunities to contribute to open-source projects.
• Participation in community volunteering programs.
• Work with a globally recognized leader in open-source databases.