Our client, a leader in high-throughput, low-latency environments, is seeking a Senior MySQL DBA to join their team. As a Senior MySQL DBA, you will be part of the Infrastructure & Operations department supporting mission-critical services. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a collaborative mindset, and a proactive approach to problem-solving which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Senior MySQL DBA

Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid - 3 days in-office)

Pay Range: $100,000 - $135,000

What's the Job?

• Operate and optimize MySQL Percona clusters to meet SLAs for throughput, latency, and uptime.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot locking, replication, and query performance issues under load.
• Manage schema migrations, backups, and disaster recovery plans.
• Script database tasks using Python, Bash, or similar to reduce manual effort.
• Monitor health and performance using PMM and Netdata, proactively identifying trends and preventing failures.

What's Needed?

• 7+ years of experience administering MySQL databases, including Percona Server and XtraDB Cluster.
• Proven expertise with query optimization, slow query analysis, index tuning, and execution plans.
• Deep knowledge of MySQL replication models, GTID, and clustering for high availability.
• Strong experience in Linux environments and confident with CLI-based management.
• Hands-on experience deploying MySQL in containerized environments using Kubernetes.

What's in it for me?

• Competitive salary range based on experience and performance.
• Quarterly bonuses based on company and personal performance.
• Opportunity to work in a high-impact, mission-critical environment.
• Collaborative team culture that values your input and expertise.
• Professional development opportunities in a fast-paced industry.

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

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