What are the responsibilities and job description for the MySQL DBA position at FlexTrade?
About FlexTrade
FlexTrade Systems is a global leader in high performance multi-asset execution management and order management systems for equities, fixed income, foreign exchange, futures, and options. A pioneer in the field, FlexTrade is internationally recognized for introducing FlexTRADER®, the world’s first broker-neutral, execution management trading system, which allows clients to completely control and customize their execution workflows through a comprehensive ability to search/access liquidity while maintaining the confidentiality of their trading strategies.
Job Summary:
We are looking for capable and talented database administrators who are passionate about technology to work on FlexTrade’s OEMS platform, FlexONE, which is our state-of-the-art, fully integrated Order Management System and Execution Management System.
You will be responsible for maintaining the MySQL database infrastructure running on RedHat Linux. Responsibilities will include (but not limited to):
• Database backup and recovery
• Performance monitoring and tuning
• Query plan review
• Assist in security audits
• Help to perform major and minor version upgrades
• Collaborate with developers on issues and new development
Skills/Requirements:
• 3 - 5 years of MySQL database administration experience
• Comfortable working in Linux RedHat or CentOS environment
• Experienced in troubleshooting issues and determining root causes
• Experience writing and maintaining Python and Bash scripts a plus
• Must be willing to participate in an on-call rotation
Desirable Skills
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology or related field
- Experience with MySQL 5.7 or 8.0
- Experience configuring and managing MySQL replication
- Experience with Git or other version control systems
**FlexTrade Systems, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law.**