VP, Database Administrator - MySQL
Company: BlackRock
Location: Schiller Park
Posted on: July 1, 2025
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Job Description:
As a MySQL Database Administrator, you will be responsible for
managing, optimizing, and securing our databases. You will work
closely with development and IT teams to ensure the reliability and
performance of our database systems. This role is essential for
supporting our data-driven projects and maintaining the integrity
of our data. Key Responsibilities: • Install, configure, and
maintain MySQL databases. • Collaborate with developers to design
and implement database solutions. • Maintain documentation for
database configurations and processes. • Stay up to date with the
latest MySQL features and best practices. • Monitor database
performance and optimize queries for efficiency. • Implement and
manage database security protocols. • Perform regular backups and
disaster recovery procedures. Qualifications : • Bachelor’s degree
in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. •
Proven experience as a MySQL Database Administrator or similar
role. • Strong understanding of database architecture and design.
(Primary and Foreign Keys, data types, views, triggers, functions)
• Proficient in SQL and database performance tuning. • Experience
with replication, backup and recovery solutions. • Familiarity with
database security best practices. • Excellent problem-solving
skills and attention to detail. • Strong communication and teamwork
abilities. Useful Skills: • Experience with cloud-based database
solutions (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL). • Familiarity with database
monitoring tools (e.g., MySQL Enterprise Monitor, Percona
Monitoring and Management). • Knowledge of other database systems
(e.g., PostgreSQL, Oracle) is a plus. • Scripting experience in
Python, PowerShell, etc.
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