Database Platform Engineer (MySQL/MariaDB: 8212)

A Global IT Service firm is seeking a Database Engineer to join the Database Platform team. This role is responsible for designing, building, automating, and operating large-scale database infrastructure that supports a wide range of services.
As part of a highly skilled team of database specialists and software engineers, you will contribute to the development of a Database-as-a-Service (DBaaS) platform across hybrid and multi-cloud environments. 

Responsibilities:
- Design and establish a robust Database-as-a-Service (DBaaS) platform, leveraging a hybrid/multi-cloud architecture to integrate on-premises databases with public cloud solutions.
- Communicate closely with engineering and application teams to design, implement, and maintain a scalable, reliable, and secure database platform across hybrid environments, while automating operational tasks to drive efficiency.
- Manage, monitor, and optimize database performance, recognizing opportunities to improve SQL operations and implementations, and ensuring high availability and low latency through advanced tuning techniques.
- Manage operations of production and staging environment databases.
- Design and develop self-service tools and automation solutions to drive operational efficiency and team productivity.
- Collaborate with product teams to execute and improve the database systems.
- Communicate with engineering and DBA teams to design, implement, and monitor disaster recovery plans.
- Conduct technical troubleshooting and bug fixing.
- Resolve complex technical issues under high-pressure environments by implementing massively scalable solutions while effectively managing expectations across multiple stakeholder groups.
- Engage in technology discussions with internal stakeholders to drive alignment and ensure the timely, high-quality delivery of complex projects.
- Enforce rigorous database security protocols and compliance standards to protect sensitive data

Required skills: 
- 5+ years of work experience in the IT industry.
- Extensive experience in MySQL or MariaDB administration, including replication strategies, backup/recovery, performance tuning, troubleshooting, and disaster recovery planning.
- Experience automating database provisioning and configuration management using tools such as Terraform, Chef, or Ansible.
- Strong knowledge of Linux/Unix, with the ability to deliver code and automation of the highest quality and standards.
- Ability to automate operational tasks using Python, Go, or Bash scripting.
- Experience with test automation and CI/tooling such as Jenkins and Git.

Why should you apply:
- This is a long-term opportunity with a chance to become a permanent employee 
- You will be working with international team members 
- Free breakfast, lunch and dinner at the cafeteria 


Company Details: 
A global company with a strong presence in multiple business areas. It has achieved sustained growth both domestically and internationally, including in the U.S. and Europe. The company boasts a diverse and international environment and is committed to equal opportunity, offering a wealth of career opportunities. Due to the diverse nature of our business, we handle a wide range of technologies! You can also choose the environment you are most comfortable with, such as Windows/Mac! Meals in the company cafeteria are also free. Our chefs are always coming up with new menu items, so you can enjoy your meal without getting bored!

Working hours: 9:00 - 17:30 (Mon-Fri)
Working Style: Hybrid (4 days in office, 1 day work from home)
Holidays: Saturday, Sunday, and National Holidays, Year-end and New Year Holidays, Paid Holidays, Other Special Holidays
Services/Benefits: Social insurance, DC Pension Plan, Transportation Fee, Skillhouse University, Test payback system, and more