MySQL Database Administrator

MySQL Database Administrator (DBA) – Remote (Guatemala Only) We are hiring a Senior MySQL Database Administrator (DBA) to manage and optimize production database systems supporting critical applications. This is a remote contractor role (Guatemala-based only) requiring deep hands-on experience in MySQL performance, scaling, and production support. • Location: Guatemala (Mandatory) • Work Type: Remote • Contract: Indefinite Contractor • Rate: $18–$20/hour • Experience: 3+ years MySQL DBA (production environments) • Start Date: May 25, 2026 What You’ll Do • Manage and maintain production MySQL databases • Optimize performance, queries, indexing, and system tuning • Design and support replication, clustering, and high availability systems • Implement backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies (PITR included) • Troubleshoot and resolve production database incidents • Support schema design and SQL optimization with developers • Perform upgrades, patching, and system maintenance • Monitor database health and ensure reliability at scale • Support on-call production issues when needed Must-Have Requirements • 3+ years hands-on MySQL DBA experience in production systems • Strong expertise in performance tuning and query optimization • Experience with replication, clustering, and HA environments • Strong knowledge of backup/recovery and PITR strategies • Solid Linux/Unix administration skills • Ability to troubleshoot complex production issues • Clear understanding of database architecture and design decisions Preferred Skills • Percona Toolkit • Nagios / Zabbix or similar monitoring tools • AWS RDS or Google Cloud SQL • MySQL certifications • Experience in high-traffic systems What We’re Looking For • Ownership mindset over database performance and reliability • Strong problem-solving in production environments • Ability to work independently in a remote setup • Clear communication with engineering teams • Focus on scalability, stability, and security IMPORTANT (Read Before Applying) This role is only open to candidates currently based in Guatemala. Applicants outside Guatemala will not be considered. Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour Work Location: Remote