Database Administrator

7 days ago

Central Region, Singapore Michael Page International Pte Ltd Full time

The L2 Database Administrator is responsible for managing, supporting, and optimizing databases, ensuring high availability, performance, and security across Asia and EMEA. They act as the technical escalation point, drive improvements, and collaborate with teams to implement scalable, automated database solutions.

Client Details

Our client is a globally established financial institution with a major technology hub in Asia. They play a critical role in supporting international banking operations through the development of in-house applications and enterprise-level digital initiatives. With strong regional integration and a forward-looking tech strategy, they continue to enhance operational efficiency and drive innovation across global markets.

Description

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage, administer, and support PostgreSQL and Sybase databases, ensuring high availability, performance, and security across Asia and EMEA.
  • Serve as the L2 technical escalation point, handling incidents, problems, changes, and supporting production operations.
  • Architect, monitor, and optimize database infrastructure, including HA/DR setups, performance tuning, backups, and recovery strategies.
  • Automate routine DBA tasks using scripts (Shell/Python) and implement best practices for database maintenance and security.
  • Collaborate with developers, DevOps, QA, and project teams on schema design, CI/CD pipelines, migrations, and application releases.
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives, maintain documentation, and ensure compliance with internal and regulatory standards.
  • Work aligned with Asia and EMEA (Paris) time zones, including shift rotations for critical incidents or on-call support.

Profile

A successful candidate should have:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in IT, Computer Science, or equivalent technical field
  • At least 6-8 years of hands-on PostgreSQL/Sybase DBA experience in administration, management, and production operations
  • Strong knowledge of IT security, database security policies, and risk-based approaches
  • Experience in large enterprise environments, preferably in financial organizations, with ITIL process familiarity
  • Skilled in configuring, deploying, upgrading, and maintaining PostgreSQL/Sybase databases, including HA/DR setups
  • Proficient in troubleshooting, performance tuning, and designing database solutions aligned with business requirements
  • Scripting experience in Python, T-SQL, or Shell is desirable; certifications in PostgreSQL/Sybase or cloud technologies are a plus
  • Strong analytical, communication, documentation, time management, and teamwork skills, with ability to work independently

Job Offer

Why this role?

  • Work in a dynamic, collaborative IT team focused on automation, performance, and innovation.
  • Gain experience in a hybrid PostgreSQL-Sybase ecosystem, modernising legacy systems and leveraging open-source technologies.
  • Opportunities for career growth, continuous learning, and professional development.
  • Competitive salary and attractive benefits package.
  • Exposure to global operations and production environments, enhancing technical and cross-regional experience.

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Cheryl Sim (Lic No: R / EA No.: 18C9065) on Michael Page International Pte Limited, company number N (including Page Executive A) and Page Personnel Recruitment Pte Ltd (Registration Number: C)) operates under the EA Licence Numbers of 18S9099 and 18C9065.

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