Database Administrator -Hybrid- Ortigas - Up to 80K

weSource Management Consultancy Firm; Pasig; Hybrid; PHP 812,448 - 973,152; Full time

Job summary

A consulting company is seeking a Junior Database Administrator to join their team in Ortigas with a hybrid setup. The role offers a salary of up to 80K. You will design, manage, and maintain databases, ensuring their security and integrity. Ideal candidates should have over 5 years of database administration experience, especially in MySQL and MariaDB, along with expertise in performance tuning. This opportunity includes mentoring team members and streamlining database processes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in Database Administration, focusing on MySQL and MariaDB.
• 3+ years hands-on experience creating, maintaining, supporting a high-transactional database environment.
• Proficiency in SQL Language and skills in SQL tuning.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and troubleshoot advanced database instances.
• Administer user privileges and ensure compliance with security standards.
• Proactively monitor and optimize system performance.

Skills

MySQL

MariaDB

SQL

Database Performance Tuning

Critical Thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Engineering

Job description

Overview

Job Openings: Database Administrator - Hybrid - Ortigas - Up to 80K. We are looking for a Junior Database Administrator for our client located in Ortigas. Salary: Up to 80K. Set-up: Hybrid.

The Junior Database Administrator, reporting directly to the Project Manager, will assume a pivotal role in the design, testing, planning, implementation, protection, operation, management, and maintenance of the organization's databases. The incumbent must ensure the reliability, integrity, and security of the data infrastructure, demonstrating an elevated level of expertise and leadership within the database administration function.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and troubleshoot advanced database instances, replication, backup, partitions, storage, and access.
• Administer and manage user privileges within the database environment, ensuring compliance with security standards.
• Proactively monitor and optimize system performance through advanced techniques such as index tuning, disk optimization, and other performance-enhancing methodologies.
• Mentor and guide team members by implementing and advocating database best practices, contributing to the advancement of their technical skillsets.
• Oversee and manage database reports and ETL processes to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
• Lead efforts to automate repetitive database tasks, improving overall operational efficiency.
• Evaluate and recommend system changes to mitigate risks, prevent incident recurrence, and enhance overall database performance.
• Create comprehensive documentation, including major incident reports, service specifications, and change requests.
• Develop and maintain database documentation, establishing data standards, procedures, and definitions within the data dictionary (metadata).

Qualifications and Experience

1. Possess a minimum of 5+ years of progressive experience in Database Administration, with a strong emphasis on MySQL and MariaDB.
2. Demonstrate 3+ years of hands-on experience creating, maintaining, and supporting databases in a high-transactional environment.
3. Exhibit proficiency in SQL Language and advanced skills in SQL tuning.
4. Proven experience in database performance tuning, optimization, backup, and recovery strategies.
5. Expertise in replication configuration in MySQL and MariaDB environments.
6. Apply critical thinking skills, collaborating effectively across teams and providing leadership beyond immediate responsibilities.
7. Proficient in writing and optimizing complex SQL statements.
8. Experience in handling very large volumes of data.
9. Possess in-depth knowledge of industry standards and best practices in database administration.
10. Must hold at least a bachelor\'s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering (Computer/Teleco).