Database Engineer
On-siteShah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia
Job Summary
Install, configure, and maintain database management systems with an emphasis on automating routine deployment tasks. Monitor and optimize database performance using tools like New Relic or AWS Cloudwatch to transition from manual oversight to automated alerting and reporting. Develop and implement database backup and recovery plans, ensuring these processes are fully automated and tested for disaster recovery scenarios. Manage and monitor database security and access control, implementing automated security protocols to protect sensitive data. Troubleshoot and resolve database issues, focusing on building scripts to proactively identify and fix connectivity or data integrity issues. Develop and maintain comprehensive database documentation, including data models and schemas, to create the structured foundation required for future AI integration. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and data privacy policies through automated auditing and reporting. Participate in the design of database systems, collaborating with IT staff to replace legacy manual workflows with streamlined, automated solutions. Perform database tuning and optimization, utilizing automated scripts to ensure consistent, optimal performance. Develop and implement automated maintenance procedures, specifically transitioning manual data purging and defragmentation into scheduled, autonomous tasks. Plan and implement database upgrades and migrations, focusing on reducing manual downtime through automated migration scripts.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
- 1–3 years of experience in database administration or a related field, with a strong focus on process automation
- Foundational knowledge of DBMS such as MariaDB, MySQL, SQL Server, Redshift, Timestream, Cassandra, Flink, Kafka, or Redis
- Strong knowledge of database security and access control
- Familiarity with backup and recovery procedures, disaster recovery, and high availability concepts
- Experience with database monitoring tools, such as New Relic or AWS Cloudwatch
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, specifically the ability to identify manual bottlenecks and propose automated solutions
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple automation projects simultaneously
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality, automated workflows
- Able to work in i-City office and standby for prolonged hours when required
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