Staff Database Administrator at Wikimedia

This is a high-impact role for a seasoned Database Administrator with at least 6 years of experience managing large-scale relational databases. You’ll be the steward of the data behind one of the world's most visited websites, focusing heavily on MariaDB/MySQL environments. The ideal candidate has deep expertise in complex replication topologies, query optimization, and bare-metal infrastructure. As a remote-first nonprofit, the organization offers exceptional geographic flexibility, hiring in over 40 countries. You will join the SRE Data Persistence team, working on open-source projects and contributing back to the MariaDB community. While the salary range is highly competitive ($134k–$208k for US-based applicants), please note that this role includes a 24/7 on-call rotation. **You might be a good fit if you...** * Have advanced proficiency in MariaDB or MySQL and experience with high-traffic website architectures. * Are comfortable managing "bare-metal" hardware and Linux internals in an on-premises environment. * Can balance hands-on troubleshooting with automation using Python and configuration management tools. * Enjoy working independently across global time zones in a MISSION-driven, asynchronous environment.