Database Administrator
Summary
Maintains and optimizes SQL Server and PostgreSQL databases, ensuring performance, security, and high availability for client systems.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | Posted on 08/05/2026
- Country Malaysia
Job Description
Position Summary
We are seeking a Database Administrator (DBA) with hands-on experience in managing and optimizing database systems. The role involves ensuring performance, availability, and security of databases while supporting development and production environments.
Key Responsibilities
Database Administration & Maintenance
- Install, configure, and upgrade database systems (SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or cloud-native databases)
- Apply patches, service packs, and version upgrades with minimal downtime
- Perform regular database backups, restoration, and disaster recovery planning
Performance & Optimization
- Monitor database performance and identify bottlenecks
- Optimize SQL queries, stored procedures, and indexing strategies
- Plan capacity and ensure scalability of database systems
High Availability & Reliability
- Implement and maintain replication, clustering, and high-availability solutions
- Ensure database systems meet uptime and reliability requirements
- Support developers with database design, query optimization, and troubleshooting
- Maintain documentation for configurations, processes, and policies
Security & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with data governance, security, and privacy standards
- Monitor and manage database access and security controls
Operation
- Provide on-call support for critical production systems (if required)
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of experience in SQL Server and/or PostgreSQL administration
- Strong understanding of database performance tuning and optimization
- Experience with backup, recovery, and high-availability solutions
Good to Have
- Exposure to VMware, Nutanix, or cloud platforms
- Understanding of virtualization and cloud infrastructure environment.