Associate Database Engineer (MySQL)

Job Description For Associate Database Engineer

Job Title: Associate Database Engineer

Company: Mydbops

About Us

As a seasoned industry leader for 8 years in open-source database management, we specialise in providing unparalleled solutions and services for MySQL, MariaDB, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, TiDB, Cassandra, and more. At Mydbops, we are committed to providing exceptional service and building lasting relationships with our customers.

Our Customer Account

Management team is vital in ensuring client satisfaction and loyalty.

Role Overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Associate Database Engineer to join our growing team. This role focuses on cloud-based MySQL solutions and requires hands-on experience in managing, securing, and optimising relational databases in leading cloud platforms such as AWS and Google Cloud.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for automation, cost optimisation, and cloud-native database best practices.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and optimise MySQL databases in cloud environments, including AWS RDS for MySQL, Amazon Aurora, and Google Cloud SQL for MySQL.

Implement and enhance security measures for cloud database services (DBaaS), including encryption, IAM integration, and network controls.

Execute cloud operations efficiently using AWS CLI and other automation tools.

Design and implement cloud backup solutions, ensuring reliability, compliance, and recovery readiness.

Lead and support database migrations and cutover activities with minimal downtime

Apply best practices in cost optimisation across various cloud MySQL services, balancing performance and budget.

Proactively identify opportunities for automation in routine cloud database tasks and processes.

Demonstrate innovative thinking with a continuous improvement mindset for database operations and cloud solutions.

Management of Cloud infrastructure using Terraform.

Required Skills

Solid knowledge of MySQL on AWS and GCP cloud platforms

Understanding of cloud DBaaS security enhancements (e.g., encryption at rest/in transit, IAM, VPC peering)

Proficiency with AWS CLI for managing database resources and services

Experience in cloud backup strategies and disaster recovery planning

Hands-on experience with migration and cutover techniques in cloud databases (ex: Blue green deployment, DMS)

Familiarity with cost optimisation approaches for cloud-based MySQL deployments

Strong inclination towards automation and scripting in cloud environments

Creative problem-solver with a focus on innovation and operational efficiency

Preferred Qualifications

AWS Certification (e.g., AWS Certified Database – Speciality) is a strong plus

Exposure to additional cloud platforms like Azure Database for MySQL is an advantage

What We Offer

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Opportunity to work with a dynamic and innovative team.

Professional growth and development opportunities.

Collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Job Details

Work time: General shift

Mode of Employment - Work From Home

Experience - 1 to 2 years

Skills

• MySQL, Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Linux/Unix