Database Developer - MySQL (Healthcare EMR/EHR Systems)

Database Developer – MySQL (Healthcare EMR/EHR Systems)

Location: Remote (India-based)

Shift: UK Shift (12:30 PM – 9:30 PM IST)

Type: Full-Time Employment

About BigRio:

BigRio is a remote-based, technology consulting firm with headquarters in Boston, MA. We deliver software solutions ranging from custom development and software implementation to data analytics and machine learning/AI integrations. As a one-stop shop, we attract clients from a variety of industries due to our proven ability to deliver cutting-edge, cost-effective software solutions.

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Database Developer with deep expertise in MySQL and experience in designing, developing, and optimizing on-premise database systems, specifically in healthcare EMR/EHR environments. This role is critical to supporting robust, secure, and high-performance data infrastructure for clinical applications. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the reliability, scalability, and security of healthcare data systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and optimize scalable MySQL databases for high-volume clinical data.
• Build and manage on-premise MySQL instances including configuration, security, replication, and backup strategies.
• Work closely with EMR/EHR application teams to support schema design, data modeling, and performance tuning.
• Create and maintain stored procedures, views, and complex queries to support reporting and application features.
• Implement database monitoring and performance optimization strategies.
• Collaborate with DevOps and infrastructure teams to ensure database reliability and compliance with data security standards.
• Perform ETL operations, data migration, and validation from legacy systems.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA and other healthcare data regulations.
• Document database processes, configurations, and best practices.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 5+ years of professional experience as a Database Developer with a focus on MySQL.
• Experience building and maintaining on-premise database systems.
• Strong understanding of healthcare data workflows, particularly within EMR/EHR systems.
• Expertise in data modeling, indexing, query optimization, and schema design.
• Proficiency in writing complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and triggers.
• Familiarity with data privacy regulations and best practices for healthcare data (e.g., HIPAA compliance).
• Experience working with ETL pipelines and data transformation.
• Hands-on experience with version control (Git), Jira/Confluence, and documentation tools.
• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with integration platforms like HL7 or FHIR.
• Exposure to EMR platforms such as Epic, Cerner, or Athenahealth.
• Familiarity with monitoring tools and database performance dashboards.