Senior Database Engineer - Banking / Fintech

Capcon Asia; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Database Administrator to lead cloud-based database migrations and implement DevOps practices. This role involves managing and optimizing databases for peak performance and security while collaborating across teams in Kuala Lumpur and Singapore. Ideal candidates will possess strong skills in MS SQL Server and PostgreSQL administration, along with experience in hybrid cloud environments. Join a dynamic team that values collaboration and innovation, and take your career to the next level in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of experience in database administration.
• Strong knowledge of cloud and RDS management.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimise databases for performance and security.
• Implement high availability and disaster recovery strategies.

Skills

MS SQL Server Administration

PostgreSQL Administration

Hybrid Cloud Management (AWS/Azure)

ETL (SSIS)

AAG and DR Strategies

Tools

Redgate

BI Tools (Tableau, etc.)

Job description

Project:

• Cloud-based database migration
• Implementing DevOps practices

Responsibilities:

• Manage and optimise database for high availability, performance and security.
• Cloud and RDS Management
• Performance Optimisation and Automation
• High Availability and Disaster Recovery
• ETL and Data Warehousing

Must Have:

• MS SQL SQL Server and PostgreSQL administration
• Hybrid cloud (AWS/Azure) and RDS DB management
• AAG and DR strategies
• ETL (SSIS)

Nice to have / Bonus:

• Financial Institution experience
• Cloud migration
• DevOps practices
• Redgate
• BI tools (Tableau, etc.)

Team / Culture:

• Collaborate effectively within team and across teams in KL & SG

Location:

• Kuala Lumpur or Singapore (hybrid working arrangement - 1 day WFH)

Level / Grade: (2 roles)

• Senior, at least 4 years and above