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Senior Database Administrator
On-site · Bukit Kerinchi, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Job Summary
Senior Database Administrator responsible for managing and maintaining cloud-hosted databases (AWS, MongoDB Atlas, etc.), overseeing cloud DB infrastructure for scalability, availability, and security, disaster recovery planning and implementation, and optimization of database performance. Responsibilities include database management across AWS services (MySQL, Aurora MySQL, MongoDB, MSSQL, DynamoDB), performance tuning (indexing, queries, caching), backup and recovery, security hardening, automation with AWS Lambda/CloudFormation/Terraform, monitoring, troubleshooting, collaboration with development teams, data migrations between on-premises and cloud, and comprehensive documentation. Pre-requisites emphasize 5+ years of cloud DB experience and strong scripting, with AWS certification as a plus; formal degree not specified. Location noted as Bangsar South, Malaysia with on-site work expectation and a global, cross-cultural environment.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in database administration and management, with a focus on cloud hosted databases: AWS and Mongo Atlas
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in MySQL, Aurora MySQL, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MSSQL, and DynamoDB
- Experience with AWS services such as RDS, EC2, S3, and IAM
- Scripting: Proficiency in Python, Bash, or PowerShell
- Certifications: AWS Certified Database - Specialty or similar certifications are a plus
- Vietnamese citizen based in Ho Chi Minh City
Desired Qualifications
- AWS Certified Database - Specialty or similar certifications are a plus
- Experience with cloud-hosted databases (AWS and Mongo Atlas)
- Proficiency in MySQL, Aurora MySQL, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MSSQL, and DynamoDB
- Experience with AWS services such as RDS, EC2, S3, and IAM
- Scripting in Python, Bash, or PowerShell
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Knowledge of containerization (Docker) and Kubernetes (preferred)
- Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines (preferred)
- Experience with database migration and upgrade projects (preferred)
- Vietnamese citizen based in Ho Chi Minh City (as stated)
- Ability to work in a globally distributed team (as described)
- Equal Opportunity Employer understanding and inclusive workplace principles (as described)
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