MySQL/MariaDB Consultant

Title: MySQL/MariaDB Consultant (Accepting W2 and C2C Consultants) Location: Can be based anywhere in the US, but would prefer them to be close to listed location in the event that on-site work resumes Job Description: As a Database Engineer, You will be primarily responsible for maintaining MySQL/MariaDB databases on AWS environment in an enterprise that also includes other technologies. You will work with a distributed team of DBE's to manage and support key enterprise database systems that provide critical data processing services to internal and client-facing business applications and services. You will also work with other database platforms as well. You will be required to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that these database platforms are highly available, optimally configured and efficiently managed, and for the operational support of large production EDW systems. This is an extremely challenging role that demands strong technical leadership, communication, analytical and problem-solving skills. Responsibilities: Manage MySQL/MariaDB databases (Primary) Oracle (Secondary) through multiple product lifecycle environments, from development to mission-critical production systems in both on-prem and AWS environments. Configure and maintain database servers and processes, including monitoring of system health and performance, to ensure high levels of performance, availability, and security. Perform data modeling and database design. Analyze, solve, and correct issues in real time, providing problem resolution end-to-end. Refine and automate regular processes, track issues, and document changes. Perform scheduled maintenance and support release deployment activities after hour.s. Automate database administration tasks such as creating and migrating databases.