Senior Database Administrator

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At our core, WD is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that—our technology helped people put a man on the moon and capture the first-ever picture of a black hole.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, HDDs, and platforms for business, creative professionals, and consumers alike under our Western Digital®, WD®, and WD_BLACK™.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest-growth organizations in the world. From enabling systems to make cities safer and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and hyperscale cloud providers, to meeting the massive and ever-growing data storage needs of the AI era, WD is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage.

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Database Administrator to join our team in BangPa-in, Thailand. As a Database Administrator, you will be responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, and security of our organization's databases. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the optimal performance, integrity, and availability of our data systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, implement, and maintain database systems to meet organizational needs
• Develop and implement database backup and recovery procedures to ensure data integrity and minimize downtime
• Monitor database performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize queries for improved efficiency
• Implement and maintain database security measures, including user access controls and data encryption
• Collaborate with development teams to design and optimize database structures for new applications
• Perform regular database maintenance tasks, including upgrades, patches, and migrations
• Develop and maintain documentation for database systems and procedures
• Implement and manage cloud-based database solutions as needed
• Provide technical support and guidance to other team members on database-related issues
• Stay current with emerging database technologies and industry best practices

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• 5-7 years of experience as a Database Administrator

SKILLS:

• Strong proficiency in database management systems such as Oracle, MySQL, SQL Server, and PostgreSQL
• Expert-level SQL programming skills
• Experience with database security, access control, backup, and recovery procedures
• Proven ability to perform database performance tuning and optimization
• Solid understanding of data modeling and database design principles
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or Bash
• Experience with cloud-based database systems (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL Database)
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Relevant database certifications (e.g., Oracle Certified Professional, Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate) are a plus
• Knowledge of data privacy regulations and compliance requirements
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Willingness to work flexible hours as required for database maintenance and upgrades
• Able to communicate in English very well.

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