Senior Database Administrator

Database AdministratorThe ideal candidate will be responsible for managing RDBMS and NoSQL solutions, optimizing performance, implementing replication and high availability, and providing support to development teams.Xsolla is a global commerce company with robust tools and services to help developers solve the inherent challenges of the video game industry. From indie to AAA, companies partner with Xsolla to help them fund, distribute, market, and monetize their games. Grounded in the belief in the future of video games, Xsolla is resolute in the mission to bring opportunities together, and continually make new resources available to creators. Headquartered and incorporated in Los Angeles, California, Xsolla operates as the merchant of record and has helped over 1,500+ game developers to reach more players and grow their businesses around the world. With more paths to profits and ways to win, developers have all the things needed to enjoy the game.ResponsibilitiesManage RDBMS and NoSQL solutionsEnsure database performance, scalability, high availability, and disaster recovery across environments deployed on bare-metal servers and virtual machinesImplement and manage replication chains, partitioning / sharding, backupsAssist development teams in creating, optimizing, and problem solving with RDBMS and NoSQL solutionsTroubleshootingDrive automation using Terraform, Puppet, and custom tooling for infrastructure and database lifecycle managementQualifications5+ years of experience as a Database AdministratorBachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Technology, or a related field of studyExpert-level experience with at least one of MySQL, PostgreSQLFamiliarity with other RDBMS or NoSQL solutionsStrong knowledge of SQL (DDL, DML, DCL)Experience with AWS or GCP cloud platformsProficiency in LinuxExcellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical stakeholdersStrong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesEnglish language proficiency at B2 level or higherA plus if:Experience in scripting, automation, and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, Puppet, Bash/Python)Team management experienceFamiliarity with observability tools like Datadog, Prometheus, Grafana, or ZabbixBenefitsWe are passionate about fostering a supportive environment for our team, so we prioritize the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of our employees through a comprehensive Benefits Program. This includes unlimited Flexible Time Off, Gym membership, monthly train ticket and a personalized career roadmap for each employee. By investing in professional development through training and educational opportunities, we ensure that our team thrives both personally and professionally. Together, we're not just building a business; we're cultivating a community that values creativity, collaboration, and the transformative power of play.