Senior Database Engineer

Razer Merchant Services Sdn. Bhd.; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Razer Merchant Services Sdn. Bhd. in Malaysia seeks an experienced Database Administrator/Engineer to design, implement, and maintain enterprise-grade database platforms across the stack.

You will optimise performance, ensure security, and drive reliability in a globally distributed environment. You will lead disaster recovery planning, collaborate with developers and infra teams, and implement scalable solutions while ensuring data privacy and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of hands‑on experience in Database Administration or Database Engineering.
• Strong expertise in one or more database technologies, including: MariaDB, MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server, Redis, Cassandra, Amazon Redshift, Amazon Timestream, Kafka, Flink, Hadoop/HBase.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain DBMS and related software.
• Monitor and optimize database performance for reliability.
• Develop and implement backup and disaster recovery plans.
• Manage and monitor database security and data protection.
• Troubleshoot and resolve DB issues including performance, connectivity, and data integrity.
• Develop and maintain database documentation and system architectures.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and data privacy policies.
• Collaborate with software developers and IT staff to design scalable database solutions.
• Tune and optimize databases for performance and capacity planning.
• Maintain maintenance procedures like defragmentation and purging.
• Plan upgrades and migrations and manage DR strategies.

Skills

Database administration

Performance tuning

Disaster recovery planning

Security controls

High availability

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT / related

Tools

MariaDB

MySQL

MS SQL Server

Redis

Cassandra

Amazon Redshift

Amazon Timestream

Kafka

Flink

Hadoop/HBase

New Relic

AWS CloudWatch

Job description

Joining Razer will place you on a global mission to revolutionize the way the world games. Razer is a place to do great work, offering you the opportunity to make an impact globally while working across a global team located across 5 continents. Razer is also a great place to work, providing you the unique, gamer-centric #LifeAtRazer experience that will put you in an accelerated growth, both personally and professionally.

Job Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain database management systems (DBMS) and related software
• Monitor and optimize database performance to ensure efficient and reliable operations
• Develop and implement database backup and recovery plans, as well as disaster recovery plans
• Manage and monitor database security, ensuring that all sensitive data is protected
• Troubleshoot and resolve database issues, including performance, connectivity, and data integrity issues
• Develop and maintain database documentation, including data models, database schemas, and system architecture diagrams
• Ensure that databases are in compliance with regulatory requirements and data privacy policies
• Participate in the design and development of database systems, working closely with software developers and other IT staff
• Perform database tuning and optimization to ensure optimal performance
• Develop and implement database maintenance procedures, such as database defragmentation and data purging
• Manage and maintain database backups and disaster recovery plans
• Plan and implement database upgrades and migrations
• Other duties as assigned.

Your Key Responsibilities Design, install, configure, and maintain enterprise-grade database platforms and supporting technologies. Monitor and optimize database performance to ensure maximum availability, scalability, and reliability. Implement and maintain robust database security and access control standards. Troubleshoot and resolve database, performance, and connectivity issues in a timely manner. Develop and maintain comprehensive database documentation, standards, and operational procedures. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, security standards, and data privacy policies. Partner closely with software developers and infrastructure teams to design and implement scalable database solutions. Perform database tuning and optimization to support growing business demands. Plan, execute, and support database upgrades, migrations, and modernization initiatives. Contribute to disaster recovery planning, backup strategies, and high-availability solutions. Take ownership of other database-related initiatives and projects as required.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline. Minimum 5 years of hands‑on experience in Database Administration or Database Engineering. Strong expertise in one or more database technologies, including: MariaDB, MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server, Redis, Cassandra, Amazon Redshift, Amazon Timestream, Kafka, Flink, Hadoop/HBase. Strong understanding of database architecture, administration, and operational best practices. Proven experience in database performance tuning, optimization, and capacity planning. Experience implementing database security controls, user management, and access governance. Solid knowledge of backup, recovery, disaster recovery, and high‑availability solutions. Experience with database monitoring and observability tools such as New Relic, AWS CloudWatch, or equivalent platforms. Strong troubleshooting and root‑cause analysis skills.

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.

Are you game?

At Razer, you’ll be at the forefront of the most exciting industry in the world: gaming. As gaming evolves, so does the ecosystem that powers it: hardware, software and services. Guided by our mission “For Gamers. By Gamers.”, we create cutting‑edge products and experiences that define the ultimate gameplay. Staying true to our mission, we’re relentlessly pushing boundaries and leading the charge in AI for gaming, shaping the future of the industry. At Razer, you won’t just witness this evolution; you’ll help drive it. Joining Razer means being part of a global mission to bring gamers closer to the games they love. Whether you’re crafting the next generation of gaming gear or powering our global operations behind the scenes, you’ll take on meaningful work in a truly international, cross‑cultural environment. The journey toward Being Phenomenal isn’t always easy, but gamers excel through teamwork, grit, and problem‑solving. Our people are what make Razer exceptional. Together, we’ll take Razer to even greater heights. Razer is proud to be certified a Great Place to Work® in both the United States and Singapore, and recognized as a Singapore Top Employer by the Top Employer Institute, reflecting our commitment to making your journey here a rewarding one.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Razer, we believe diverse teams build better ideas and a stronger culture. We are committed to providing an inclusive, respectful, and fair workplace for every employee. 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 by the laws of the countries we operate in. We also provide reasonable accommodations where needed — including for disability or religious practices — so every team member can perform and contribute at their best.