Senior Database Administrator (Remote - US)

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Database Administrator in the United States.As a Senior Database Administrator, you will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of critical database systems that support key business applications. You will work closely with engineering and application teams to optimize database performance, maintain data integrity, and implement scalable solutions for both relational and NoSQL environments. This role offers the opportunity to influence high-level architectural decisions, streamline operational processes, and contribute to disaster recovery planning. You will thrive in a collaborative, dynamic environment that values strategic thinking, technical excellence, and proactive problem-solving. Occasional travel may be required for team meetings and critical projects.Accountabilities: Manage and optimize relational and NoSQL databases, including MySQL, Cloud SQL, Amazon RDS, Aurora, MongoDB, Redis, KeyDB, ElasticSearch, and Neo4j Collaborate with developers to design efficient schemas, optimize queries, and implement best practices for data management Monitor database performance, fine-tune queries and indexes, and implement caching strategies to ensure high availability and scalability Develop and maintain backup, partitioning, sharding, and disaster recovery procedures to protect data integrity Manage user access, permissions, encryption, and security audits while assisting with PII purging and compliance initiatives Participate in on-call rotations for critical database issues and provide timely support during incidents Recommend database architectures, perform upgrades, and assist with capacity planning and decommissioningRequirements 10+ years of experience in MySQL database administration Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience Experience with cloud-based relational databases and data warehousing solutions such as BigQuery Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or SQL for automation tasks Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform), Kubernetes, and containerized database deployments is a plus Strong expertise in database performance tuning, query optimization, and scalable architecture design Excellent leadership, collaboration, and communication skills Ability to manage multiple projects, adapt to changing priorities, and maintain high attention to detailBenefits Competitive base salary with a strong variable component Comprehensive benefits package: medical, vision, dental, life, disability, critical illness, accident, FSA/HSA, ID protection, and pet/legal insurance 401(k) retirement plan with up to 5% match Paid parental leave (12 weeks) Tuition reimbursement and professional development support Flexible work schedules and remote capabilities Generous time-off policy: 4 weeks' vacation, 12 sick days, 11 company holidays, and 3 personal days Wellness programs and fitness incentivesJobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.📊 It compares your profile to the job's core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role.Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team.Thank you for your interest!