[Hiring] Lead Database Administrator @Partnerize

Role Description

We are at a pivotal point in our tech progression. We're looking to grow our technical estate, architect new systems, remove technical debt and scale our platform. It's an exciting time to join Partnerize, and we are looking for a technical leader to help spearhead this evolution.

As a database engineer, you will operate with a high degree of autonomy, acting as the principal technical authority and taking end-to-end ownership of our database estate. You will be a strategic anchor within the Technical Operations team, interfacing directly with business, development, and IT functions. While you will own the database architecture and design solutions for the future, a fundamental, non-negotiable part of this role is hands-on Business As Usual incident management. You must be comfortable rolling up your sleeves to handle daily operations, backups, and performance tuning alongside project delivery.

Your deep expertise in MySQL, alongside strong Linux system administration and a working knowledge of network troubleshooting, will be critical to your success. You will design, build, and secure the underlying servers our databases run on, proactively analyse current implementations, and act as the ultimate technical escalation point for our database infrastructure in both our physical datacenters as well as our public cloud estate.

While we need your advanced technical skills, we are equally focused on character. We are looking for a highly proactive communicator who collaborates seamlessly without needing to be prompted. Crucially, you must be able to independently plan out complex technical work, such as database upgrades, and clearly articulate the step-by-step process and business impacts to stakeholders. You must thrive both when working independently to tackle complex problems and when operating collaboratively within a broader team. Furthermore, you will actively seek out opportunities to coach and mentor other engineers, elevating the overall DBA knowledge across the company. This role is fully remote and open to candidates based anywhere in the UK or the US.

Qualifications

• Advanced administration of MySQL in production environments, whether on-premise or in the cloud.
• Strong Linux system administration and networking awareness.
• Experience as either the sole or lead owner for large production database infrastructure within a SaaS environment.
• Advanced experience configuring and troubleshooting complex MySQL replication setups.
• A working understanding of database monitoring tools and patterns.
• Deep expertise in query tuning, slow query analysis, and advanced schema optimisation.
• Proven track record of executing minimal-downtime upgrades and complex migrations.
• Experience securing database infrastructure through SSL/TLS encryption and user access control.

Requirements

• Take complete, hands-on ownership of daily database operations.
• Provide operational support by designing, securing, and maintaining Linux servers.
• Plan, manage, and deliver large technical projects like database upgrades and migrations.
• Scope incoming work, delegate to team members, and act as the definitive database escalation point.
• Measure and optimise system performance and lead automation of management and monitoring.
• Partner closely with development teams and document procedures for knowledge sharing.
• Plan, prioritise, and estimate tasks using Jira, providing support for critical database-related issues.
• Actively mentor and coach other engineers.

Benefits

• Flexible Time Off Policy – Take the time you need.
• Enhanced parental leave (16 weeks for birth parent, 8 weeks for non-birth parent at full pay).
• Regular company events and activities.
• Robust Company Sponsored Health & Welfare Benefits.
• 401k Plan – 4% employee match.
• Enhanced Wellness Program including access to EAP, Wellness Coaching & Wellness Fridays program.

Company Description

At Partnerize, we're on a mission to transform the way businesses grow. We've built the leading partnership automation platform that empowers brands to discover, engage, and convert their audiences at scale. From affiliate marketing to influencer collaborations, we help our clients build and manage profitable partnerships that drive real results. We're a team of passionate problem-solvers who are dedicated to helping our clients win in the ever-evolving world of digital marketing.

We're looking for passionate, talented people who want to be part of a winning team. At Partnerize, you'll find a culture of collaboration, innovation, and respect. We're guided by our core values, and we're committed to creating an environment where everyone can do their best work.