Database Administrator at Cavista

Cavista is a global technology company creating cloud-based software solutions for clients. With operations around the world, we globalize, standardize and localize our processes, while at the same time remaining sensitive to specific needs in different regions. Our mission is to empower organizations with the world’s best technology solutions.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Database Administrator

Location: Town Planning Way, Ilupeju, Lagos
Job type: Full-time

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.

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.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online