Database Administrator

CPS Asia Pacific; Makati; Hybrid; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Staff Meals Provided

Work-from-Home / Hybrid Setup

Company Events

Company Christmas Gift

Job summary

CPS Asia Pacific is seeking a Mid-Level Database Administrator to manage and optimize our database environments, ensuring data integrity and system reliability. You will handle SQL scripting, performance tuning, and automation to support business operations.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of experience with MariaDB/MySQL or equivalent databases, plus familiarity with AWS RDS and CloudWatch. A hybrid work setup is available with potential weekend shifts during busy periods.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in SQL scripting and database management.
• At least 2–3 years of hands-on experience with MariaDB or MySQL.
• Experience with Oracle, MSSQL, or PostgreSQL acceptable with 2+ years in any.
• Strong knowledge of SQL scripting, database indexing, and query optimization.
• Experience with AWS RDS and CloudWatch is an advantage.
• Basic knowledge of Linux commands and Shell scripting.
• Experience with automation, ETL, or data migration is a plus.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain relational database systems for stability, reliability, and performance.
• Monitor database health and troubleshoot issues and bottlenecks.
• Perform backups, restoration, cleanup, and recovery tasks.
• Manage database users and access requirements.
• Develop and maintain SQL scripts, queries, and procedures.
• Optimize queries and indexing to improve performance.
• Handle data updates, bulk processing, and large transfers.
• Support data requests and reporting needs from internal teams.
• Collaborate with other departments to resolve data-related concerns.
• Identify opportunities to automate processes and reduce manual work.

Skills

SQL scripting

Database management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Database or IT-related degree

Tools

MariaDB

MySQL

Oracle

MS SQL Server

PostgreSQL

AWS RDS

CloudWatch

Linux

Shell scripting

Job description

About the Role

We are looking for a Mid-Level Database Administrator who will be responsible for managing, maintaining, and optimizing database environments to ensure data integrity, system reliability, and overall database performance.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in SQL scripting and database management, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Experience with MariaDB/MySQL, AWS RDS, database operations, and automation is an advantage.

Key Responsibilities

Database Administration & Operations

Manage and maintain relational database systems to ensure stability, reliability, and performance.

Monitor database health and troubleshoot database-related issues and performance bottlenecks.

Perform database maintenance activities, including backups, restoration, cleanup, and recovery.

Manage database users and access as required.

Ensure data integrity, accuracy, and consistency across systems.

Database Development & Optimization

Develop and maintain SQL scripts, queries, stored procedures, and database objects.

Perform query optimization and database indexing to improve performance.

Design and maintain tables, views, stored procedures, and other database structures.

Enhance existing database processes based on business and operational requirements.

Data Management & Support

Perform data updates, bulk data processing, and large-scale data transfers.

Support data requests and reporting requirements from internal teams.

Analyze and validate datasets to identify discrepancies and maintain data quality.

Work closely with internal departments to resolve database and data-related concerns.

Process Improvement & Automation

Identify opportunities to improve database and operational processes.

Develop scripts or automated solutions to minimize manual work and improve efficiency.

Support data migration, ETL, and other database-related initiatives when required.

Qualifications

At least 2 years of experience in SQL scripting and database management.

At least 2–3 years of hands-on experience with MariaDB or MySQL is preferred.

Candidates without MariaDB/MySQL experience may be considered if they have at least 2 years of experience with Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server (MSSQL), or PostgreSQL.

Strong knowledge of:

SQL scripting

Database indexing

Query optimization

Stored procedures

Database design and maintenance

Familiarity with AWS RDS and CloudWatch is an advantage.

Basic knowledge of Linux commands and Shell scripting.

Experience with database operations such as user creation, backup, restoration, and data maintenance is preferred.

Experience with automation, ETL, or data migration is a plus.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

High attention to detail and ability to handle repetitive and complex data-related tasks.

Good teamwork and communication skills when working with internal teams.

Proficient English communication skills are not required.

Work Schedule & Requirements

Willing to work on a morning shift.

Willing to follow rotational weekly schedules when required by business operations.

Willing to work occasional weekends as needed.

Paid overtime may be required depending on operational demands.

Mandatory monthly Return-to-Office (RTO) is required, particularly during busy periods and month-end reporting.

Willing to work in a hybrid setup.

Nice to Have

Background in database operations rather than purely database development.

Experience with automation tools and process automation.

Experience with ETL processes and data migration.

Knowledge of Shell, Python, or PowerShell scripting.

Experience in database performance tuning and system monitoring.

Familiarity with AWS database services and cloud environments.

• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Staff Meals Provided
• Work-from-Home / Hybrid Setup
• Company Events
• Company Christmas Gift