MySQL DBA / MySQL Admin

Keyloop bridges the gap between dealers, manufacturers, technology suppliers and car buyers.We empower car dealers and manufacturers to fully embrace digital transformation. How? By creating innovative technology that makes selling cars better for our customers, and buying and owning cars better for theirs. We use cutting-edge technology to link our clients’ systems, departments and sites. We provide an open technology platform that’s shaping the industry for the future. We use data to help clients become more efficient, increase profitability and give more customers an amazing experience. Want to be part of it? 

Role Overview:
We are seeking a Database Engineer (DBA) with primary expertise in MySQL to join our global Database Engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, building, and supporting highly available and scalable database solutions. You will work on performance optimization, automation, capacity planning, and engineering initiatives that improve resilience, security, and efficiency across our database estate. While MySQL is the core focus, experience with other database technologies (PostgreSQL, Oracle, SQL Server, MongoDB, etc.) is highly valued.

Key Responsiblities

• Database Engineering & Administration: Design, configure, and maintain MySQL databases ensuring availability, scalability, and reliability.
• Performance & Optimization: Analyze workloads, identify bottlenecks, and tune queries and schemas for performance improvements.
• Automation & Scripting: Develop scripts and automation solutions for routine tasks such as backups, deployments, patching, and monitoring.
• High Availability & Disaster Recovery: Implement and support replication, clustering, backup/restore, and DR strategies.
• Security & Compliance: Ensure databases follow security best practices, patching policies, and compliance standards.
• Collaboration: Partner with application teams, DevOps, and infrastructure groups to design database solutions supporting business needs.
• Innovation: Contribute to engineering initiatives such as migrations, cloud adoption, database standardization, and tooling improvements.

Essential skillsets

• At least 5+ Years of experience on MySQL Administrator
• Core Expertise: Strong hands-on experience with MySQL database administration and engineering (replication, backup/restore, schema design, performance tuning).
• Secondary Databases (Preferred): Exposure to PostgreSQL, Oracle, SQL Server, or MongoDB.
• Technical Skills:
• Strong SQL and query optimization skills.
• Proficiency with Linux/Unix environments and scripting (Bash, Python, or similar).
• Familiarity with database monitoring, observability, and automation tools.
• Problem Solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Collaboration: Effective communicator, able to work closely with cross-functional teams in a global environment.

Why join us?We’re on a journey to become market leaders in our space – and with that comes some incredible opportunities. Collaborate and learn from industry experts from all over the globe. Work with game-changing products and services. Get the training and support you need to try new things, adapt to quick changes and explore different paths. Join Keyloop and progress your career, your way. An inclusive environment to thriveWe’re committed to fostering an inclusive work environment. One that respects all dimensions of diversity.  We promote an inclusive culture within our business, and we celebrate different employees and lifestyles – not just on key days, but every day. Be rewarded for your effortsWe believe people should be paid based on their performance so our pay and benefits reflect this and are designed to attract the very best talent. We encourage everyone in our organisation to explore opportunities which enable them to grow their career through investment in their development but equally by working in a culture which fosters support and unbridled collaboration.
Keyloop doesn’t require academic qualifications for this position. We select based on experience and potential, not credentials.We are also an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.  We value diversity and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.