Senior Cloud Database engineer

New Era Technology; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology solutions provider is seeking a Senior Cloud Database Engineer in Malaysia. The role involves managing enterprise-level databases and ensuring high performance, availability, and security across cloud and on-premise environments. Ideal candidates should have over 7 years of experience with MS SQL Server, Oracle, and strong cloud database knowledge. Join a supportive team driving digital transformation and continuous learning.

Benefits

Continuous training

Competitive benefits

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• 7+ years of hands-on database administration experience in a large-scale or enterprise-level environment.
• Strong expertise in MS SQL Server (2012/2016), Oracle, and Cloud-based databases.
• Experience with ETL processes and IBM Change Data Capture (CDC) is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise-level databases across cloud and on-premise environments.
• Administer, monitor, and tune databases for optimal performance, availability, and scalability.
• Collaborate with development and infrastructure teams to support application database needs.

Skills

Database administration

MS SQL Server (2012/2016)

Oracle

Cloud-based databases

ETL processes

IBM Change Data Capture (CDC)

PowerShell

Python

Communication skills

Job description

Join New Era Technology, where People First is at the heart of everything we do. With a global team of over 4,500 professionals, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, empowered, and inspired to grow. Our mission is to securely connect people, places, and information with end‑to‑end technology solutions at scale.

At New Era, you’ll join a team‑oriented culture that prioritizes your personal and professional development. Work alongside industry‑certified experts, access continuous training, and enjoy competitive benefits. Driven by values like Community, Integrity, Agility, and Commitment, we nurture our people to deliver exceptional customer service.

If you want to make an impact in a supportive, growth‑oriented environment, New Era is the place for you. Apply today and help us shape the future of work—together.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Cloud Database Engineer to join our client's technology team on a full‑time, permanent basis. This role requires deep expertise in database administration across Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, and Cloud databases. The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring the performance, integrity, and security of our database systems while also contributing to ongoing transformation and modernization efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise‑level databases across cloud and on‑premise environments.
• Administer, monitor, and tune databases for optimal performance, availability, and scalability.
• Handle backup, recovery, data migration, and disaster recovery strategies.
• Collaborate with development and infrastructure teams to support application database needs and integration.
• Implement and manage data replication and ETL processes, with experience in tools such as IBM CDC.
• Ensure database compliance with industry best practices, governance, and security standards.
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve database performance, automation, and cloud integration.

Key Requirements

• 7+ years of hands‑on database administration experience in a large‑scale or enterprise‑level environment.
• Strong expertise in MS SQL Server (2012/2016), Oracle, and Cloud‑based databases.
• Experience with ETL processes and IBM Change Data Capture (CDC) is highly desirable.
• Solid understanding of database architecture, replication, partitioning, and clustering.
• Knowledge of cloud database technologies (e.g., Azure SQL, AWS RDS, Oracle Cloud) is a strong advantage.
• Proven experience in troubleshooting complex performance and data integrity issues.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices, scripting (PowerShell, Python), and automation tools is a plus.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Preferred Certifications

• Oracle Database Administrator Certified Professional
• Any relevant Cloud DB certifications (AWS, Azure, Oracle Cloud)

Why Join

• Be part of a forward‑thinking organization driving digital transformation.
• Work in a high‑performing, collaborative environment at a prestigious location in Kuala Lumpur.
• Engage with modern database technologies and cloud infrastructure.

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