Database Administrator Job at NTT DATA (Cyberjaya)

Database Administrator

NTT DATA

Location:
Malaysia , Cyberjaya

Category:
IT - Administration

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Job Description:

The Database Administrator at NTT DATA is a key role responsible for ensuring the availability, integrity, and performance of critical data assets. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in database administration, particularly with SQL, Oracle, and MySQL. Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential, along with a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. This position offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with cross-functional teams.

Job Responsibility:

Performs the installation, configuration, and maintenance of database management systems (DBMS), including SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, or others, as required
Collaborates with software developers/architects to design and optimize database schemas, data models, and database-related applications
Assists with the mapping out of the conceptual design for a planned database
Participates in the writing of database documentation, including data standards, data flow diagrams, standard operating procedures and definitions for the data dictionary (metadata)
Monitors database performance, identifies performance bottlenecks, and optimizes queries and indexing for optimal database performance
Continuously monitors database systems to ensure availability, proactively identify potential issues, and takes appropriate actions
Designs and implements robust backup and disaster recovery strategies to ensure data availability and business continuity
Monitors production databases regularly or respond to any database issues by bringing down the database or taking the database offline
Proactively supports the development of database utilities and automated reporting
Works closely with the Change Control and Release Management functions to commission and install new applications and customizing existing applications in order to make them fit for purpose
Plans and executes database software upgrades and applies patches to keep systems up-to-date and secure
Communicates regularly with technical, applications and operational employees to ensure database integrity and security
Ensures data integrity and consistency by performing regular data validation, integrity checks, and data cleansing activities
Works collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including developers, system administrators, network engineers, and business stakeholders, to support database-related initiatives
Provides technical support to end-users, assists with database-related enquiries, and conducts training sessions as needed
Performs any other related task as required

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in computer science, engineering, information technology or related field
Seasoned experience working as a Database Administrator within an Information Technology organization
Seasoned experience with database backup and recovery best practices
Seasoned experience in Oracle Enterprise
Seasoned experience in Microsoft SQL Server
Seasoned experience managing databases
Seasoned proficiency in database administration tasks, including database installation, configuration, maintenance, and performance tuning
Seasoned knowledge of SQL (Structured Query Language) to write complex queries, stored procedures, and functions
Seasoned understanding of database security principles, access controls, and data encryption methods
Seasoned working knowledge in database backup and recovery strategies to ensure data availability and business continuity
Ability to monitor database performance, identify and resolve issues, and optimize database operations
Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
Seasoned proficiency understanding of the principles of data architecture and data services
Seasoned knowledge of application development lifecycle and data access layers
Excellent problem-solving skills to troubleshoot database-related issues and implement effective solutions
Excellent analytical skills related to working with unstructured datasets
Ability to manipulate, process and extract value from large, disconnected datasets

Nice to have:

Relevant certification, such as MCSE DBA, oracles associate or equivalent preferred
Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified
Azure Database Administrator Associate
Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) - Database Administrator
MySQL Database Administrator
PostgreSQL Certified Professional preferred
Completion of database management courses covering topics like database administration, data modelling, SQL, and performance tuning can provide foundational knowledge

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 25, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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