Database Administrator

TL;DR

Database Administrator (DBA): Managing and optimizing production relational databases for secure, reliable data storage, retrieval, and processing with an accent on performance tuning, capacity planning, and DB-level security. Focus on designing scalable database solutions, troubleshooting production issues, and collaborating with engineering teams to integrate database systems with new applications.

Location: Hybrid | Bandung, Indonesia (at least 2 days per week in the office)

Company

hirify.global provides an IT operations platform for endpoint management, patching, backup, and remote access.

What you will do

• Design, implement, and maintain database systems for data storage and retrieval needs.
• Apply production best practices including monitoring and data purging; perform capacity planning for scalability.
• Install, configure, and upgrade database software and related applications.
• Monitor and optimize database performance to ensure high availability and reliability; tune indexes and queries.
• Implement DB-level security, backup, and recovery practices; troubleshoot and resolve database issues.
• Create and maintain database documentation; collaborate with development teams and provide training/support as needed.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Database Administrator managing and maintaining relational database systems.
• In-depth knowledge of DBMS (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server).
• Strong understanding of database security, backup, and recovery procedures.
• Proficient in SQL and scripting languages for automation.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with engineering teams.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.

Nice to have

• Experience managing PostgreSQL at scale (10+ databases) in production.
• Experience managing databases in a data centre.
• Experience with cloud-based database solutions (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Database administration certification.
• Knowledge of data warehousing and business intelligence concepts.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work environment with at least 2 office days per week and free in-office lunches.
• Focus on work/life balance and a collaborative, kind, curious team culture.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement; training via a dedicated platform.
• Competitive compensation.

Hiring process

• Application review and consideration for employment (no visa sponsorship for this role).