Database Administrator (DBA)

Phillip Securities Pte Ltd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Phillip Securities Pte Ltd is seeking an experienced Database Administrator to join our technology team in Malaysia. This full-time role focuses on managing and optimizing our database infrastructure to support operations and growth.

You will install, configure, monitor, and maintain SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and MySQL environments, ensure high availability, perform backups, and assist developers with database design and performance tuning. Strong communication and collaboration are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Database Administrator.
• Strong knowledge of SQL Server, MySQL, or PostgreSQL.
• Experience with high availability, disaster recovery, and security solutions.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and upgrade database servers and related tools.
• Monitor performance and optimise queries, procedures, and indexes.
• Perform backups, restorations, and disaster recovery planning.
• Maintain documentation for configurations, processes, and policies.
• Provide 24x7 on-call support for critical production systems (if required).

Skills

SQL Server

PostgreSQL

MySQL

DB design

Performance tuning

HA/DR

Scripting (PowerShell/Bash)

Automation scripting

Communication

Job description

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Database Administrator (DBA) to join our technology team. As a full-time DBA, you will be responsible for the overall management and optimisation of our mission-critical database infrastructure to support the company's operations and growth.

What you'll be doing

• Experience in SQL Server, PostgreSQL Administration for minimum 2 years.
• Install, configure, and upgrade database servers and related tools (SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or cloud-native DBs).
• Monitor database performance and proactively identify bottlenecks or issues.
• Perform regular database backups, restorations, and disaster recovery planning.
• Implement and maintain database replication, clustering, and high-availability solutions.
• Optimize SQL queries, stored procedures, and indexing strategies.
• Monitor capacity and plan for growth, ensuring scalability of database systems.
• Apply patches, service packs, and version upgrades while minimizing downtime.
• Support developers with database design, query optimization, and troubleshooting.
• Maintain documentation for database configurations, processes, and policies.
• Ensure compliance with data governance, security, and privacy regulations
• Provide 24x7 on-call support for critical production systems (if required).

What we're looking for

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Database Administrator, preferably in the financial services industry
• Strong knowledge of database management systems, such as SQL Server, MySQL, or PostgreSQL
• Proficient in database design, performance tuning, and optimisation techniques
• Experience in implementing and managing high-availability, disaster recovery, and security solutions
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills to identify and address complex database issues
• Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Bash) for database automation and administration
• Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams

What we offer

At Phillip, we are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development. Our flexible work arrangements and focus on employee wellbeing contribute to a positive work-life balance.

PhillipCapital is a group of companies which offers a full range of quality and innovative financial services to retail, corporate and institutional customers. We operate in the financial hubs of 16 countries, with offices in Singapore, United Kingdom, USA, France, China, Hong Kong, Thailand, Japan, Australia, Malaysia, Indonesia, Turkey, Sri Lanka, India, Dubai and Cambodia.

PhillipCapital is a group of companies which offers a full range of quality and innovative financial services to retail, corporate and institutional customers. We operate in the financial hubs of 16 countries, with offices in Singapore, United Kingdom, USA, France, China, Hong Kong, Thailand, Japan, Australia, Malaysia, Indonesia, Turkey, Sri Lanka, India, Dubai and Cambodia.

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