Database Engineer | Contract | Bank

Manpower Staffing Services (S) Pte Ltd - Head Office; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Database Administrator to oversee and optimize database performance across multiple platforms. This role involves ensuring high availability, security, and compliance with industry regulations while collaborating with teams to troubleshoot and enhance database operations. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in database management, with hands-on experience in various database systems, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Join this dynamic team and contribute to maintaining data resilience and business continuity in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in database management.
• Familiar with multiple databases including MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Oracle.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain database performance and security.
• Collaborate with teams to resolve high-criticality issues.
• Implement backup and restore procedures for various databases.

Skills

Database Management

MariaDB

PostgreSQL

Oracle

MSSQL

MongoDB

Redis

Linux Administration

Client Management

Education

Degree in Information Technology

Tools

Monitoring Tools

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Monitor alerts for various database, including MariaDB, PostgreSQL, EDB, Oracle, DB2, MSSQL, Redis, and MongoDB, and take appropriate actions to ensure stability and performance.
• Perform daily health checks of production databases to ensure high availability, security, and optimal performance.
• Monitor daily backups and implement recovery solutions to ensure data resilience and business continuity.
• Manage database availability and performance, including incident and problem management processes.
• Collaborate with the Major Incident Management (MIM) team to resolve and coordinate responses to high-criticality issues.
• Execute periodic production patching and upgrade management to maintain database performance and security.
• Work closely with users and vendors to troubleshoot and resolve issues impacting service levels.
• Identify and implement opportunities for process improvements, automation, and efficiency gains in database operations.
• Ensure compliance with banking industry regulations, standards, and best practices related to database management, security, and compliance.
• Monitor and maintain database performance, security, and resilience for various databases including MariaDB, Oracle, DB2, and more.
• Implement backup and restore procedures, including point-in-time recovery for MariaDB, and manage archive logging for Oracle and DB2.
• Conduct routine patching and upgrades both manually and via Robosys.
• Stay updated on industry regulations, standards, and best practices related to database management, security, and compliance.
• Perform basic Linux (RedHat), AIX, and Windows system administration and execute relevant commands as needed.

Requirements:

• Degree in Information Technology or any related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in database management.
• Familiar with at least 2 databases among MySQL/MariaDB, PostgreSQL/EDB, Oracle, MSSQL, DB2, MongoDB, and Redis.
• Hands-on experience with database replication, backup, and restore, particularly for MariaDB, PostgreSQL, EDB, Oracle, and DB2.
• Familiarity with monitoring tools and the ability to take action on Long-Running Queries (LRQ) and LOCKWAITS for Oracle, DB2, and MSSQL.
• Basic knowledge of database monitoring for Redis, including shard synchronization and database health checks.
• Basic knowledge of Linux operating systems (RedHat), AIX, Windows, and associated commands.
• Excellent communication and client management skills.
• Self-motivated team player with a commitment to learning and performance improvement.
• Ability to work various schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to support 24x7 coverage.

Interested candidates may send in their resume and cover letter directly to [e-mail] (R1434374), stating the position as the subject title in the email.

Jireli Gem Mejia Cabria EA License No.: 02C3423 Personnel Registration No.: R1434374

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