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Exadel is hiring Senior/Lead Database Administrator (MySQL)

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Why Join Exadel
We’re an AI-first global tech company with 25+ years of engineering leadership, 2,000+ team members, and 500+ active projects powering Fortune 500 clients, including HBO, Microsoft, Google, and Starbucks.
From AI platforms to digital transformation, we partner with enterprise leaders to build what’s next.
What powers it all? Our people are ambitious, collaborative, and constantly evolving.
About The Client

Founded in 1992, our client builds mobile-first platforms for paratransit, business travel, and transit advertising. Their solutions connect operators, regulators, and riders—driving smarter mobility experiences.
What You’ll Do

Build, configure, and maintain MySQL servers to ensure optimal performance, availability, and reliability
Perform routine database administration tasks, including backups, restores, tuning, indexing, and query optimization
Monitor database health and proactively troubleshoot performance issues, slow queries, and system bottlenecks
Manage user permissions, security configurations, and data integrity across MySQL environments
Support development and operations teams by providing MySQL expertise for day-to-day needs
Ensure stable, well-maintained MySQL instances without involvement in architectural design

What You Bring

5+ years of experience as a Database Administrator with strong, hands-on MySQL expertise
Proven, expert-level MySQL experience with hands-on administration, performance tuning, and server maintenance
Strong understanding of MySQL internals, indexing strategies, optimization techniques, and replication fundamentals
Ability to diagnose and resolve database performance issues quickly and effectively
Experience with backup strategies, restores, upgrades, and schema maintenance
Solid understanding of database security, user management, and operational best practices
A practical, detail-oriented approach focused on maintaining highly stable and efficient MySQL environments rather than designing full system architectures

English level
Upper-Intermediate
Legal & Hiring Information

Exadel is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion across minority, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, and more
Reasonable accommodations are available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions
Please note: this job description is not exhaustive. Duties and responsibilities may evolve based on business needs

Your Benefits at Exadel

Exadel benefits vary by location and contract type. Your recruiter will fill you in on the details.
International projects
In-office, hybrid, or remote flexibility
Medical healthcare
Recognition program
Ongoing learning & reimbursement
Well-being program
Team events & local benefits
Sports compensation
Referral bonuses
Top-tier equipment provision

Exadel Culture

We lead with trust, respect, and purpose. We believe in open dialogue, creative freedom, and mentorship that helps you grow, lead, and make a real difference. Ours is a culture where ideas are challenged, voices are heard, and your impact matters.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Information Technology
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting, Information Services, and Software Development

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