Database Engineer

Razer; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Razer is seeking a Database Administrator focused on automation to install, configure, and maintain DBMS systems in an i-City, Malaysia office. You will automate deployment, monitoring, backups, and DR testing, while ensuring security and high availability.

Strong scripting, problem-solving, and collaboration with IT teams are essential to replace manual processes with efficient, repeatable workflows. The role emphasizes automating maintenance, upgrades, and data integrity checks, supporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in database administration with a focus on automation.
• Foundational knowledge of DBMS such as MariaDB, MySQL, SQL Server, Redshift, Cassandra, Redis.
• Strong knowledge of database security and access control.
• Familiarity with backup/recovery procedures, DR concepts, and high availability.
• Experience with database monitoring tools (New Relic, AWS CloudWatch).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; able to identify bottlenecks and automate.
• Excellent communication and collaboration across teams.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain DBMS and related software with emphasis on automating routine deployment tasks.
• Monitor and optimize database performance; transition to automated alerting and reporting.
• Automate backup and recovery plans; ensure automated testing for DR scenarios.
• Manage database security and access control with automated protocols.
• Troubleshoot and fix connectivity or data integrity issues via scripts.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive DB documentation and data models for AI integration.
• Automate auditing and reporting to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with IT staff to replace legacy workflows with automated solutions.
• Perform database tuning using automated scripts for consistent performance.
• Develop automated maintenance procedures, including scheduled data purging and defragmentation.
• Plan upgrades and migrations with reduced manual downtime via automation scripts.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Automation

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelors in CS/IT

Tools

New Relic

AWS CloudWatch

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and maintain database management systems (DBMS) and related software 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.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Able to work in i-City office and standby for prolonged hours when required.
• 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.

Pre-Requisites :

Razer is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that diverse teams drive better ideas, better products, and a stronger culture. We are committed to providing an inclusive, respectful, and fair workplace for every employee across all the countries we operate in. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, colour, nationality, ancestry, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, marital status, or any other characteristic protected under local laws. Where needed, we provide reasonable accommodations - including for disability or religious practices - to ensure every team member can perform and contribute at their best.