Senior System Engineer

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior System Engineer specializing in MySQL Database Administration (DBA) to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in managing enterprise-scale MySQL environments, optimizing database performance, and implementing high-availability and disaster recovery solutions. If you are passionate about database engineering, automation, and collaborating with cross-functional teams, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Lead MySQL database design, architecture optimization, HA/DR planning, and automation initiatives
• Ensure enterprise-level scalability, reliability, performance, and security
• Provide expert-level support during critical incidents
• Drive modernization, optimization, and automation across MySQL environments
• Collaborate with application, cloud, DevOps, and infrastructure teams to improve the database lifecycle
• Architect, configure, and maintain complex MySQL production environments
• Manage major upgrades, cross-platform migrations, and patching cycles
• Design and implement robust HA/DR solutions, such as Group Replication, InnoDB Cluster, and XtraDB Cluster
• Perform advanced performance tuning using slow logs, Performance Schema, sys schema, and deep query analysis
• Implement enterprise backup strategies, including Percona XtraBackup, and support PITR scenarios
• Conduct capacity planning, growth forecasting, and scalability assessments
• Define and enforce MySQL security standards, including access control, encryption (TDE/SSL), and audit practices
• Support developers with query optimization, schema reviews, and stored procedure tuning
• Validate complex releases, participate in CAB meetings, and ensure smooth deployment cycles
• Maintain architecture diagrams, technical standards, and best practices documentation
• Drive automation using Shell, Python, and Ansible, integrating database tasks into CI/CD pipelines
• Act as an escalation point and mentor junior and Level 2 DBAs

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience as a MySQL DBA with enterprise-scale responsibilities
• Deep understanding of MySQL internals, InnoDB tuning, redo logs, isolation levels, and locking
• Strong expertise in replication (GTID, multi-source, failover handling) and HA architecture
• Advanced performance tuning skills using Performance Schema, EXPLAIN ANALYZE, and index optimization
• Expertise in backup/recovery, XtraBackup, PITR, and disaster recovery strategies
• Strong Linux OS administration and Shell/Python scripting skills
• Working knowledge of at least one additional RDBMS: Oracle / MS SQL / PostgreSQL / MongoDB
• Ability to lead critical incident calls, root-cause analysis, and cross-functional coordination
• Fluency in English (both written and spoken) at a minimum B2 level

Nice to have

• Experience with cloud DB platforms (e.g., Aurora MySQL, RDS, Azure MySQL, GCP Cloud SQL)
• Knowledge of Percona and MariaDB variants, including their performance characteristics
• Experience with DevOps automation tools such as Ansible, Terraform, and Jenkins
• Knowledge of security frameworks, audit compliance, and data protection standards
• Relevant certifications (e.g., MySQL OCP, Percona Certified DBA)

We offer

• Opportunity to work on technical challenges that may impact across geographies
• Vast opportunities for self-development: online university, knowledge sharing opportunities globally, learning opportunities through external certifications
• Opportunity to share your ideas on international platforms
• Sponsored Tech Talks & Hackathons
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
• Possibility to relocate to any EPAM office for short and long-term projects
• Focused individual development
• Benefit package:
• Health benefits
• Retirement benefits
• Paid time off
• Flexible benefits
• Forums to explore beyond work passion (CSR, photography, painting, sports, etc.)