SQL Database Administrator — Peak Performance & Security

UnionBank; Pasig; On-site; PHP 420,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

UnionBank is seeking a Database Administrator to ensure MS SQL databases run efficiently and with maximum availability at UnionBank Plaza, Ortigas, Pasig City. You will handle incidents, monitor backups, and optimize performance while coordinating with developers and security teams.

The role requires proactive problem solving, clear communication, and collaboration with IT colleagues to support business needs and data integrity in a busy banking environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in MS SQL Database systems and incident handling.
• Ability to monitor backups and scheduled jobs.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Guides Associate Database Administrator in installing/upgrading of Database Server when needed.
• Assists Team Manager in liaising with management for critical issues for Database Operations.
• Monitors and documents success/failure of Database backups for planning.
• Monitors and documents success/failure of scheduled Database jobs and escalates when needed.
• Provide solutions to database problems and assist staff during incidents.
• Handle adhoc data extraction and report generation requests per proper DB request forms.
• Liaise with database users for consultation based on business needs.
• Monitor and maintain database security in cooperation with security experts.
• Perform performance tuning and corrective maintenance for optimal database operation.
• Assist in disk space management for capacity planning.
• Create and modify storage structures with input from developers and consultants.
• Keep up to date with latest product patches to ensure data integrity and security.

Skills

Accountability

Adaptability

Analytical

Good Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Teamwork

Willingness to Learn

Job description

UnionBank is seeking a Database Administrator to ensure MS SQL databases run efficiently and with maximum availability at UnionBank Plaza, Ortigas, Pasig City. You will handle incidents, monitor backups, and optimize performance while coordinating with developers and security teams.

The role requires proactive problem solving, clear communication, and collaboration with IT colleagues to support business needs and data integrity in a busy banking environment.