Senior Databases Administrator

Oxydata Software; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology firm is seeking a Senior Database Administrator (DBA) to oversee high-availability SQL Server and MongoDB environments. The role requires extensive hands-on experience in database design and administration, with at least 9 years in Microsoft SQL Server and MongoDB. The ideal candidate will manage critical database operations and support cloud integrations while collaborating across international teams. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Benefits

Hands-on operational role

Opportunity for automation and operational improvements

Qualifications

• 9+ years of experience in SQL Server design and administration.
• Proven hands-on experience in MongoDB administration.
• Experience with cloud platform integrations.

Responsibilities

• Support daily database operations and user requests.
• Administer high-availability production environments.
• Conduct performance tuning and optimization.

Skills

Microsoft SQL Server administration

MongoDB administration

Cloud platform integration

Windows Server administration

Red Hat Linux administration

Scripting and automation

English communication

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology

Tools

Azure

AWS

Google Cloud

PostgreSQL

Job description

Overview

Role: Senior Database Administrator (DBA)

Work Mode: Onsite

Job Type: Permanent

Job ID: 5WW6Y57R

NOTICE: Applicants must be Malaysian Citizens, PR, or RP holders with a valid work visa. Visa sponsorship is not available.

About the Company

Our client operates globally with more than 12,000 employees across 40+ countries and 51 manufacturing facilities. This role partners closely with the Tech Lead DBA, focusing on day-to-day operations, maintenance, and troubleshooting of mission-critical SQL Server and MongoDB environments in a high-availability production setting ensuring reliability, performance, and compliance for corporate applications.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Database Administrator (DBA) who thrives in hands-on operations, loves solving complex issues, and enjoys collaborating across international teams.

Responsibilities

• Support daily database operations: issues, tickets, RFCs, and user requests within agreed timelines
• Perform routine maintenance and ensure backup compliance, including recovery testing
• Administer and manage high-availability production environments for Microsoft SQL Server and MongoDB
• Handle installation, configuration, patching, and upgrades for large-scale database architectures
• Participate in IT projects as a technical resource for database design and implementation
• Refine and automate recurring processes; track issues and maintain strong documentation
• Conduct performance tuning and optimization using native monitoring tools and troubleshooting techniques
• Apply data modeling best practices for integration, scalability, and performance requirements
• Independently resolve real-time issues end-to-end, ensuring fast restoration of services
• Share knowledge and technical expertise with team members and peers
• Participate in rotational 24/7 on-call duty to ensure system availability

What You Bring

Must-have:

• 9+ years of proven experience in Microsoft SQL Server infrastructure design, administration, development, and implementation
• Proven hands-on experience in MongoDB administration in production environments
• Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent
• Experience with at least one major cloud platform (Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud), including integrations and on-prem to cloud migrations
• Solid knowledge of Windows Server and Red Hat Linux environments (administration, scripting, integration) and virtualization technologies
• Experience automating/scripting routine DBA activities (maintenance, monitoring, deployments) is highly valued
• Demonstrated experience contributing to IT projects as a technical resource
• Strong English communication skills with a positive, open-minded, can-do attitude
• Self-motivated with attention to detail, strong logical thinking, and a drive for technical excellence
• Openness to evolving technologies and willingness to support R&D/Data Science teams adopting new database tools
• Applicants must be Malaysian Citizens, PR, or RP holders with a valid work visa. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice to Have

• Experience with PostgreSQL
• Knowledge of containers (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Familiarity with tools like RedGate SQL Tool, SQL Sentry, or similar
• Experience with backup solutions (Avamar, Veeam, Azure Backup, Cohesity)
• Background in Big Data, BI reporting, or Data Science

Why Join Us

• Hands-on operational DBA role in a dynamic, international environment
• Work on high-availability, mission-critical database platforms
• Strong collaboration with a Tech Lead DBA and cross-functional global teams
• Opportunity to drive automation, operational improvements, and modern tooling adoption