Database Administrator

Location: Lagos, LA, ng

Company Description

Who we are…

At Cavista Technologies, we are redefining what it means to be a technology partner. We collaborate with organizations around the world to deliver custom-built software solutions that drive innovation, performance, and long-term value. Our team is diverse, passionate, and united by a shared mission to create technology that powers possibility. Our people are our greatest asset, and together we deliver results that matter.

Job Description

What will you do...
We’re seeking an experienced Database Administrator to join our growing technology team. This role is ideal for professionals with deep expertise in MySQL database management and a passion for building reliable, scalable data infrastructure. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and maintain high-performance database environments that support mission-critical applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain relational database systems.
• Monitor database performance and implement tuning strategies to optimize efficiency.
• Perform database backup, recovery, and disaster recovery planning.
• Ensure database security, user access management, and compliance with company policies.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues in production and development environments.
• Develop and maintain database documentation, standards, and procedures.
• Support application development teams with database design and query optimization.
• Monitor database health, capacity, and storage utilization.
• Implement high availability and replication solutions where required.
• Execute database migrations, upgrades, and patch management activities.

Qualifications

What you bring...

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field
• Minimum of 4 years experience in managing MySQL databases in large-scale environments
• Proficient in MySQL sharding architecture and clustering techniques
• Hands-on experience with HAProxy, ProxySQL, or MaxScale
• Familiarity with AWS database services (Aurora, RDS, etc.)
• Strong Linux/Unix administration skills
• Experience with disaster recovery, data replication, and performance tuning
• MS SQL experience is a plus
• SaaS or cloud-based infrastructure experience is an advantage.

Additional Information

What you will experience…

• A fast-paced, collaborative, and purpose-driven team environment that empowers you to thrive and grow.
• Opportunities to shape the voice of a global tech brand while working alongside innovative leaders.
• Professional development and leadership support to sharpen your expertise.
• Competitive compensation and a full suite of benefits, including health and wellness programs, and generous paid time off (vacation days, holidays, and birthday leave).
• A culture that values transparency, creativity, and continuous learning.