Senior Database Engineer (Fixed Term Contract)

Johnson Matthey; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EPF 15% Employer contribution

Life Insurance

Medical Coverage for Dependents

Dental and Optical Claims

Competitive annual bonus

Job summary

Johnson Matthey in Malaysia is seeking a Senior Database Engineer to design, implement and support SQL Server environments across on-premises and Azure. You will lead HA/DR, security, and performance tuning to ensure reliable data services.

You will automate with PowerShell and T-SQL, support Power BI reporting backends, and mentor colleagues while collaborating with infrastructure and security teams. This renewable fixed-term contract requires residency in Malaysia.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on Microsoft SQL Server administration experience within enterprise environments.
• Strong experience with SQL Server 2016, 2019, 2022 and newer versions.
• Proven experience administering SQL Server across on-premises and Azure environments.
• Advanced T-SQL scripting and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong PowerShell scripting and automation capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, administer, and support SQL Server environments across on-premises and Azure.
• Manage SQL Server lifecycle activities: installation, configuration, patching, upgrades, migrations, capacity planning, decommissioning.
• Administer Azure SQL services including SQL Server on Azure VM, Azure SQL Database, and Azure SQL MI.
• Design, implement, and maintain HA/DR solutions (Always On, Failover Clustering, backup & recovery).
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize SQL Server performance (tuning, indexing, execution plans).
• Lead SQL Server upgrades and migrations with minimal business disruption.
• Support and optimize backend databases for Power BI reporting and analytics.
• Develop automation via PowerShell, T-SQL, SQL Agent, and Azure automation.

Skills

MS SQL Server administration

Azure SQL (SQL DB / VM / MI)

PowerShell scripting

T-SQL

Power BI backend databases

HA/DR design

Performance tuning

On-prem & Azure environments

Security & compliance

Tools

SQL Server

Azure SQL

PowerShell

T-SQL

Power BI

Azure Monitor

Veeam

Job description

At Johnson Matthey, your work will matter. As a Senior Database Engineer, you’ll join a world leader in platinum group metals with over 200 years of history. Using advanced metals chemistry, you’ll help tackle the world’s biggest challenges - cutting emissions, powering modern life and supporting life‑saving technologies - by applying, refining and recycling metals that matter for a healthier, more sustainable, circular future.

Note: This is a Renewable Fixed Term Contract and interested candidates must currently be based in Malaysia with valid work right status

The role:

As a Senior Database Engineer, you will help drive our goals by:

• Design, implement, administer, and support Microsoft SQL Server environments across on-premises infrastructure and Microsoft Azure platforms.

• Manage SQL Server lifecycle activities including installation, configuration, patching, upgrades, migrations, capacity planning, and decommissioning.

• Administer and support Azure SQL services, including SQL Server on Azure Virtual Machines, Azure SQL Database, and Azure SQL Managed Instance.

• Design, implement, and maintain High Availability and Disaster Recovery (HA/DR) solutions, including Always On Availability Groups, Failover Clustering, Backup & Recovery, and Disaster Recovery planning.

• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize SQL Server performance through proactive performance tuning, query optimization, index management, execution plan analysis, and database health assessments.

• Lead SQL Server version upgrade and migration projects, ensuring minimal business disruption and adherence to operational standards.

• Support and optimize backend databases for Power BI reporting and analytics platforms.

• Develop automation solutions using PowerShell, T-SQL, SQL Agent Jobs, and Azure automation capabilities to improve operational efficiency.

• Monitor database health, availability, capacity, and performance to ensure services operate within agreed SLA and operational targets.

• Implement and maintain database security standards, including security patching, vulnerability remediation, access management, encryption, auditing, and compliance controls.

• Collaborate with infrastructure, cloud, application, network, backup, and security teams to deliver reliable database services and project outcomes.

• Act as an escalation point for complex database incidents, problem management activities, and major service disruptions.

• Participate in 3rd Line Incident Management, Service Request Fulfilment, Change Management, and Operational Support activities.

• Maintain accurate technical documentation, operational procedures, standards, and knowledge articles.

• Provide technical coaching and mentoring to team members on database technologies and best practices.

• Participate in on-call rotations supporting critical production services.

Key skills that will help you succeed in this role:

• 5+ years of hands‑on Microsoft SQL Server administration experience within enterprise environments.

• Strong expertise supporting Microsoft SQL Server 2016, 2019, 2022 and newer versions.

• Proven experience administering SQL Server across both on-premises infrastructure and Microsoft Azure environments.

• Extensive experience managing:

• Strong database performance tuning skills including:

• Experience administering Azure SQL services including:

• Proven experience performing SQL Server upgrades, migrations, and database consolidation activities.

• Advanced T‑SQL scripting and troubleshooting skills.

• Strong PowerShell scripting and automation capabilities.

• Experience supporting Power BI reporting environments and SQL backend databases.

• Experience with SQL monitoring and performance tools such as:

• Strong understanding of database security, auditing, access control, encryption, and vulnerability management.

• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate (DP-300).

• Experience supporting Power BI Service and enterprise analytics platforms.

• Familiarity with Oracle Database Administration.

• Experience with enterprise backup solutions such as Veeam.

• Experience using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Azure Automation.

• Understanding of ITIL Incident, Problem, Change, and Service Management processes.

• Experience working within globally distributed, highly regulated enterprise environments.

Even if you only match some of the skills, we’d love to hear from you to discuss further!

What we offer:

We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where applicable, offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees’ financial and physical wellbeing, such as:

• EPF Employer contribution of 15%
• Life Insurance, Medical Coverage for Dependents
• Dental and Optical Claims (Pay and Claim – for Employee)
• Competitive annual bonus plan

Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!

At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.

For any queries or accessibility requirements, please contact [e-mail]. We will work with you to make suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are confidential, and your feedback is welcome to help us provide an accessible and positive recruitment experience.

Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks, early application is advised.

Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.