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MySQL Database Administrator (Concord, MA)

Lexia Learning Systems is one of the nation's most highly regarded providers of reading skills software and is used in thousands of schools worldwide. We have a passion for creating software that helps every student become a successful reader.

We are looking for a Database Administrator to join our Concord-based software team. You will be a significant contributor in a small team, focused on delivering great web-based services.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for day to day management of MySQL databases on Linux (RHEL) in a growing and dynamic environment
  • Responsible for developing, tuning, and monitoring database environments to ensure performance and service delivery expectations are met
  • Responsible for analyzing the current environment, crafting and implementing a robust HA solution
  • Responsible for maintaining backup and recovery plans, implement and maintaining database security, perform capacity planning, and will be part of an on call rotation providing 24x7 support
  • Work closely with the development group on database design and implementation

Required Experience and Skills

  • 4+ years of experience in managing MySQL databases or related technologies
  • Experience with MySQL 5.1 and understanding of different storage engines
  • Extensive experience in physical/logical database design and MySQL performance tuning and monitoring
  • Experience designing and building highly scalable, highly secure databases for data-driven web-based applications
  • Experience implementing replication and stored procedures
  • Must have knowledge in shell scripting PHP or other
  • Excellent communication, writing, and teamwork abilities
  • BS in Computer Science, or equivalent experience

Additional Skills

  • Linux system administration (preferred RHEL)
  • Experience with partitioning, MySQL Cluster, and distributed databases
  • Knowledge of OLTP and OLAP applications, data warehousing and reporting tools
  • MySQL Performance tuning experience - RHEL preferred

In joining our team, you'll enjoy great benefits, a creative work environment, and the opportunity to be part of a growing company making a difference in the world of education.

Please send your resume and cover letter to:softwarejobs@lexialearning.com with the subject: Senior Web Developer

About Lexia Learning Systems

Lexia Learning Systems, Inc., headquartered in Concord, Mass., is one of the most highly regarded reading software companies in the nation. Established in 1984, the company provides a flexible, Web-enabled technology that is scientifically based and proven to increase reading proficiency in students at all levels of ability, pre-K to adult. Today, Lexia's programs, including its flagship product, Lexia Reading, are used as an essential part of reading instruction in more than 12,000 schools nationwide, and have helped more than one million students learn to read.

Lexia Learning Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer.