Sr. MySQL Database Administrator

• Safely execute all database changes in compliance with release protocols, while addressing ad-hoc requests from cross-functional teams across global locations
• Proactively optimize database performance, stability, security, and cost efficiency, including upstream/downstream application tuning
• Review and implement database changes such as: Data updates, Index tuning, Parameter adjustments, Schema migrations, Capacity planning, Application-level enhancements
• Drive database architecture evolution, including topology design, engine/feature adoption, high availability (HA), disaster recovery (DR), consistency strategies, and upgrade planning
• Enforce data governance and security policies, and support implementation of DB-related processes and enhancements
• Continuously monitor and optimize database cost through data-driven analysis and industry best practices
• Design, implement, and enhance monitoring and alerting systems to support both BAU operations and project initiatives
• Build and maintain automation tools, services, and portals to improve operational efficiency and reliability
• Provide on-call support on rotation to ensure database service meets SLA/SLO requirements

• Experience with end-to-end database management experience, including installation, monitoring, performance tuning, backup/recovery, replication, and HA/DR solutions
• MySQL expertise is required
• Eager to expand your expertise to new database technologies as required by FreeWheel’s evolving business needs
• Working knowledge of Linux/Unix systems (e.g., Rocky Linux, Red Hat, Debian, CentOS) is a plus
• Familiar with cloud platforms, especially AWS or OCI
• Experience with monitoring tools such as Prometheus, Grafana/Kibana, ELK, Nagios
• Comfortable working with geographically distributed systems across WAN environments
• Proven ability to troubleshoot, design, and build fault-tolerant systems
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, or equivalent professional experience
• Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal

Working knowledge of Linux/Unix systems (e.g., Rocky Linux, Red Hat, Debian, CentOS) is a plus

• Medical, prescription, vision, and dental insurance for eligible employees
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar matching up to the first 6% of your pay
• Paid time off including eight observed company holidays and flex time
• Exclusive perks + discounts, including tuition assistance, commuter benefits and more