Database Engineer (MySQL-Focused) Hybrid | Permanent | £40,000 - £45,000 + Training Are you a database expert who thrives on performance, optimisation, and solving complex challenges? We're looking for a Database Engineer to take ownership of a modern, high-availability database environment and help shape its future. What you'll be doing - Own and manage MySQL environments as the primary subject matter expert - Design and optimise database architecture, performance, and scalability - Implement and maintain high availability solutions - Handle backup, recovery, and disaster planning - Collaborate with development, infrastructure, and security teams - Troubleshoot complex issues and continuously improve performance - Contribute to documentation, standards, and best practices What you'll bring Essential experience: - Strong experience with MySQL (5.7 / 8+) - Working knowledge of SQL Server administration - Experience with high availability technologies Nice to have: - PostgreSQL experience - Cloud exposure (AWS / Azure) - Infrastructure knowledge - Interest in AI tools for database management - Linux and scripting knowledge Why this role? - Make a real impact in a critical infrastructure team - Work with modern and legacy technologies - Collaborative, supportive tech environment - Funded professional certifications - Hybrid flexibility Ready to a...