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Database Admin Engineer - US

Mark43
Location
Boston, Massachusetts
Posted
24 days ago
Department
Engineering
Salary
$140,000-$180,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • At least 7 years of professional experience administering MySQL or similar databases in production
  • Deep understanding of databases, automated testing, and agile methodologies
  • Experience designing and building infrastructure for complex cloud-based software applications, preferably hosted in AWS
  • Comfortable working in the Cloud and embracing Infrastructure as Code (Terraform)
  • Experience building and sustaining AWS RDS and Aurora or Azure Databases
Nice to have
  • Knowledge of or prior experience with microservices architecture
  • Commitment to providing support for more junior members of the team
  • Willingness to contribute to the company outside your role
What the job really is

As a Database Admin Engineer at Mark43, you will manage and optimize the database infrastructure for cloud-based public safety software. Your responsibilities will include monitoring database performance, optimizing MySQL configurations, collaborating with engineers on database schemas, and automating maintenance tasks. You will also play a key role in troubleshooting production issues and improving documentation for better operational efficiency.

Benefits
  • Target base annual salary range of $140,000-$180,000 plus bonus opportunity
  • Company stock options
  • Full benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and a 401k
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of required certifications or educational background
  • The role requires comfort with uncertainty and a collaborative mindset, which may not suit all candidates
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