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MariaDB plc
Location
Remote - Malaysia
Posted
27 days ago
Department
RDAP - Remote DBA - APAC
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Experience with MariaDB/MySQL and surrounding tools
  • Knowledge of SQL query writing and optimization
  • Knowledge of database design, administration, development or architecture
  • Understanding of various high availability environments and technologies
  • Very strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written and spoken English communication skills
Nice to have
  • Experience in a 24×7 support environment
  • Proficient with multiple backup utilities (mydumper, MariaDB Backup, Xtrabackup, mysqldump, etc.)
  • Prior MariaDB, Percona, or MySQL support engineer experience
  • Previous experience working remotely
  • Proficient in one or more scripting languages (Bash, Python, Go, etc.)
What the job really is

As a Remote Database Administrator at MariaDB, you will provide expert-level DBA services to customers globally, focusing on database monitoring, performance improvement, and architecture design. Your role includes automating DBA tasks, conducting health checks, and assisting with backups and recoveries. You will work autonomously in a virtual team environment, occasionally covering shifts on nights and weekends to ensure 24/7 customer support.

Benefits
  • 25 days paid annual leave (plus holidays)
  • Very competitive compensation package
  • Massive degree of flexibility and freedom
  • Unparalleled learning and growth opportunities
Things to weigh
  • Occasional work on nights, weekends, and holidays due to 24/7 customer support requirements
  • No specific salary listed, only mention of varying salaries based on local compensation structures
  • Must be comfortable working in a fully remote environment
  • No visa sponsorship or relocation support offered
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