MySQL Engineer

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated MySQL Engineer to oversee the stability, performance, and security of MySQL databases across production and non-production environments. The ideal candidate will collaborate with teams, handle L2-level tasks, and contribute to various database management and optimization initiatives.

The role follows regular business hours. Weekend on-call support may be required. On-call duty typically occurs once per month, with a maximum of two occurrences per month.

Responsibilities

• Monitor MySQL database performance, replication health, uptime, and resource utilization

• Troubleshoot L2-level incidents, resolve alerts, and escalate critical issues when required

• Manage user accounts, privileges, roles, and ensure audit compliance

• Support installation, configuration, database creation, and environment setup

• Perform routine backups, validate restore processes, and assist in DR activities

• Work with developers to create/modify tables, indexes, stored procedures, and views

• Analyze slow queries using EXPLAIN, slow query logs, and basic tuning techniques

• Maintain documentation, including SOPs, runbooks, and configuration details

• Assist with deployments, code releases, and schema changes

• Participate in automation and process improvement initiatives

• Provide 24×7 rotational support as required

Requirements

• 2+ years of hands-on experience as a MySQL DBA

• Good understanding of MySQL architecture, InnoDB engine, transaction logs, and buffer pools

• Experience with backups and restore (mysqldump, mysqlpump, Percona XtraBackup)

• Basic understanding of replication (asynchronous/semisynchronous GTID-based)

• Strong SQL knowledge and query optimization fundamentals

• Linux administration familiarity (systemd, file systems, CPU/memory checks)

• Basic knowledge of at least one additional RDBMS: Oracle, MS SQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB

• Strong problem-solving and communication skills

• B2 level of English or higher, with an emphasis on technical communication skills

Nice to have

• Exposure to MySQL High Availability solutions (Group Replication, InnoDB Cluster, Percona Cluster)

• Experience with partitioning, sharding concepts, and data lifecycle management

• Familiarity with cloud-hosted MySQL services (AWS RDS, Amazon Aurora MySQL, Azure MySQL, GCP)

• Scripting experience (Shell, Python, or Ansible)

• Experience with monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Percona Monitoring & Management – PMM)

• MySQL certifications

We offer

• We gather like-minded people:

  • Engineering community of industry professionals

  • Friendly team and enjoyable working environment

  • Flexible schedule and opportunity to work remotely within Poland

  • Chance to work abroad for up to 60 days annually

  • Business-driven relocation opportunities

• We provide growth opportunities:

  • Outstanding career roadmap

  • Leadership development, career advising, soft skills, and well-being programs

  • Certification (GCP, Azure, AWS)

  • Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning, Get Abstract, Cloud Guru

  • English classes

• We cover it all:

  • Stable income (Employment Contract or B2B)

  • Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan

  • Benefits package (health insurance, multisport, shopping vouchers)

  • Strategically located offices featuring entertainment and relaxation zones, table tennis and football, free snacks, fantastic coffee, and more

  • Referral bonuses

  • Corporate, social and well-being events

• Please, note:

  • The set of bonuses might vary based on the role you apply for – specifics will be discussed with our recruiter during the general interview

  • We will reach out to selected candidates exclusively

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.