Remote Database Administrator Cloud

Overview

Remote Database Administrator (DBA) for MariaDB’s cloud platform team, supporting SkySQL customers globally.

What you'll do

• Deliver remote DBA services including database monitoring.
• Recommend improvements to database performance and durability.
• Fix issues when systems break and use advanced troubleshooting.
• Assist with designing new architectures and implementing best practices.
• Set up and configure monitoring and backups, and perform health checks and reports.
• Support upgrades and assist with recoveries.

What you'll need

• Experience with MariaDB/MySQL and surrounding tools.
• Knowledge of SQL query writing and optimization.
• Understanding of database design, administration, development, or architecture.
• Understanding of high availability environments and technologies.
• Very strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working remotely with remote technologies (e.g., email, Slack, web, ssh).
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.

Details

• Location: Malaysia (Remote).
• Coverage occasionally involves nights, weekends, and holidays.
• On-call/coverage includes a preferred Tuesday–Saturday or Sunday–Thursday shift.
• Travel internationally for company-related meetings is described as flexible.