395 Database Administrator jobs in Singapore

Overview

Codex Solutions is a joint venture by ST Engineering and HTX (Home Team Science and Technology Agency), established to develop cutting-edge software solutions that support Singapore’s homeland security efforts. The organization focuses on building in-house capabilities to address complex challenges faced by the Home Team, with emphasis on innovation, product excellence, and impact at scale.

We are assembling a diverse and talented team of technologists and problem solvers who are passionate about making a real difference. If you're looking to shape meaningful solutions and be part of something bigger, Codex Solutions is where you’ll want to be.

• Administer and maintain relational and distributed databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, HDFS) across multiple environments.
• Implement database configurations, replication, and backups to ensure high availability and data integrity.
• Participate in database design discussions — advising on schema, indexing, and partitioning strategies.
• Perform query optimization and performance tuning to improve system efficiency.
• Support data ingestion pipelines and integration with modern frameworks such as Apache Iceberg, Apache Hudi, GraphDB, or VectorDB.
• Monitor and troubleshoot database performance and operational issues, escalating complex cases where needed.
• Automate administrative tasks using Python, PowerShell, or Bash scripts.
• Enforce security, access controls, and audit compliance in alignment with organizational policies.
• Collaborate closely with developers, DevOps engineers, and data analysts to support product and feature development.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 4–5 years of experience in database administration, including hands-on experience with PostgreSQL or similar RDBMS.
• Solid understanding of query tuning, indexing, and partitioning strategies.
• Experience with distributed data or data lake frameworks (e.g., HDFS, Apache Iceberg, Apache Hudi).
• Familiarity with scripting and automation tools (Python, Bash, PowerShell).
• Exposure to graph or vector databases (GraphDB, Neo4j, VectorDB) will be an advantage.
• Working knowledge of database security, access control, and backup/recovery best practices.
• Strong analytical mindset, good communication skills, and a collaborative team player.

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Full-time

Engineering, Information Technology, and Administrative

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AvePoint is a global leader in data management and governance, trusted by over 21,000 customers worldwide to enhance their digital workplaces across Microsoft, Google, Salesforce, and other collaboration platforms. Our global channel partner program includes more than 3,500 managed service providers, value-added resellers, and systems integrators, with our solutions featured in over 100 cloud marketplaces. To learn more, visit AvePoint, we are dedicated to investing in our people. Our culture, driven by agility, passion, and teamwork, empowers you to shape your career, make a significant impact, and take ownership of your future. Discover how you can unleash your potential with us!

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Database Administrator to join our dynamic team responsible for developing, enhancing, and maintaining IT systems and applications that support data management needs. In this role, you will ensure the database's architecture is secure, scalable, and performs reliably, while also providing production support and resolving database-related issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Design the database architecture and modeling strategies to ensure security, scalability, and reliable performance.
• Collaborate with the application development team to define the application data model, optimizing database operations.
• Act as the point of contact for principal vendors regarding software and hardware.
• Provide production support and resolve database-related issues, including after-office-hours support.
• Assist the application team with database-related matters, such as data patching, application deployments, and data extraction for reporting.
• Plan and strategize data mapping for migrating data from legacy systems, ensuring no data loss during conversion.
• Review data mapping, conversion, and integration specifications to ensure quality and adherence to modeling strategies.
• Ensure timely and accurate data synchronization during coexistence with legacy systems.
• Develop and maintain database-related codes and scripts, such as data sync scripts, data masking scripts, and stored procedures.
• Ensure the availability of database services and servers.
• Install and configure databases and associated products.
• Provide operational support, including:
• Performing database patches in accordance with the patch release cycle.
• Troubleshooting and remediating security vulnerabilities reported by security scans.
• Reviewing and maintaining database accounts.
• Monitoring and optimizing database performance, including query optimization and index creation.
• Capacity planning and configuring database backups.
• Ensuring database hardening according to authority standards.
  

• Proven experience with Oracle, MSSQL, DB2, MySQL, Postgres, MariaDB, and MongoDB, including environment setup and management.
• Experience in setting up and managing databases in a high-availability active-active setup is a plus.
• Knowledge of PL/SQL scripting is an advantage.
• Familiarity with ETL processes and data coexistence technology with legacy systems is a plus.
• Understanding of database auditing and security measures is beneficial.
• Experience with data masking products is a plus.
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Information Technology
• Industries Data Security Software Products

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Database Administrator

A leading organization is seeking a Database Administrator (DBA) to join its Singapore office. This role focuses on maintaining, optimizing, and securing our database infrastructure to ensure high availability, performance, and compliance.

Responsibilities

You will manage and optimize MySQL and PostgreSQL databases, ensuring high availability, performance tuning, backup and recovery, replication, and secure access. Responsibilities also include managing upgrades with minimal downtime, conducting capacity planning, enforcing data governance and compliance, maintaining data quality, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support business operations.

Requirements

A degree in Computer Science or a related field is required, along with at least 5 years of DBA experience. You should have strong hands-on expertise in MySQL and PostgreSQL, scripting skills (Python/Scala), and familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP. Experience in query optimization, data governance, and compliance frameworks is highly desirable.

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Overview

DXC Technology (NYSE:DXC) - where brilliant people embrace change and seize opportunities to advance their careers and amplify customer success. We support each other and work as a team, globally and locally to deliver excellence for our customers and colleagues. We live in more than 70 countries, speak multiple languages and work with over 6,000 customers on almost every continent. We use the power of technology to deliver mission critical IT services that move the world. The DBA will be responsible for database system administration and support. The DBA will assist application teams on database system implementation, setup, maintenance, support and troubleshooting application database related issues for clients. To provide effective and efficient delivery of infrastructure projects, services and database administration support to customers.

• Provide MS SQL Server, MariaDB administration and support for projects/clients
• Create, document, and implement standards and/or complex modelling to monitor and enhance the capacity and performance of the database
• Coordinate with customers and application project managers for database infrastructure implementation and setup as per application requirements
• Plan, schedule, track and coordinate with project manager, application support for database system version upgrade and database server patches
• Manage, design, and implement database backup and recovery procedures for database recovery; implement monitoring for database backup
• Assist application team to troubleshoot application/database related issues. Manage and coordinate with vendors to provide database support for the customers
• Provide SIT, UAT and Production database application installation, setup, and support
• Manage and configure the database backup and day to day operations

• 3-5 years’ database administration experience of MS SQL Server & support on Windows/Azure environment
• 1-2 years’ database experience in installation, configuration, and setup of MariaDB and MS SQL HADR AG Failover Cluster instances & Peer-peer Replication
• Knowledge or/and experience on Oracle Database, Oracle Exadata, OGG, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB & Cloud DB Environment models (DBaaS) will be an advantage
• Experience on Oracle & MS SQL Server database security hardening, monitoring, and capacity planning
• Ability to coordinate with customer, application project managers & vendors on database infrastructure setup and installation
• Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines and a commitment to maintain optimum database system availability for customers
• Strong customer focus with emphasis on commitment to continuous improvement in database system availability and performance
• Ability to work independently and exemplify good working integrity in a team

DXC is committed to building better futures for our customers, colleagues, environment, and communities. We take care of each other and foster a culture of inclusion, belonging and corporate citizenship. We put this to action developing and implementing societal initiatives within our Social Impact Practice. #WeAreDXC

• Extensive resources to support your onboarding and continual development including DXC University
• DXC Recognition, our global virtual platform that fosters a culture of appreciation and celebration with real-time reward and recognition
• We know that great people refer great people. We will reward you when you bring your friends and family to work at DXC
• More time to do the things you love with flexible leave options, including purchased leave
• Take time to give back with charitable and emergency services volunteer days
• Well-being matters to us and our Employee Assistance Program is there to support you and your family

If you would like to be part of a culture that drives innovation, delivers results, rewards performance and encourages ideas, then please press the "Apply Now" button to submit your resume. We strive to provide an environment that lets you thrive and show the very best version of yourself, while learning about us at the same time.

DXC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome submissions from people from all walks of life. We celebrate our diversity and recognize it is the unique contributions of our people that give us our edge. We stand by the ‘bring your whole self to work’ philosophy. It is our inclusive culture that powers our results, and our company grows only if our people grow. Accommodation of special needs for qualified candidates may be considered within the framework of the DXC Accommodation Policy. In addition, DXC Technology is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to support qualified individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Database Administrator (DBA) to take ownership of the day-to-day operational management of databases and ensure they consistently meet business and service level requirements. This role involves leading a team, providing technical expertise, and acting as the main point of contact for customers.

• Oversee daily operational activities of database administration to ensure business and service level requirements are met.
• Act as the technical lead and mentor for junior database administrators, providing guidance and support.
• Represent the team in front of customers, ensuring clear communication and professional engagement.
• Lead and manage database changes through the change request process, including providing progress and status reports to stakeholders.
• Deliver 1st and 2nd level operational support for databases.
• Respond promptly to incidents by investigating, providing temporary or permanent resolutions, and keeping stakeholders informed with timely updates.
• Proactively monitor and measure database performance and availability; identify and implement corrective actions where necessary.
• Ensure service levels are achieved and maintained; propose and implement action plans when deviations are identified.
• Maintain accurate database configurations and provide regular reporting to relevant parties.
• Implement and oversee standard operating procedures for database management.
• Lead the implementation of business continuity measures, including backup/restore processes and disaster recovery planning, to safeguard operations.
• Participate and take a leading role in database implementation projects.
• Stay updated with emerging database technologies and recommend adoption where appropriate.
• Foster teamwork and lead by example, ensuring collaboration within the team.
• Provide timely support as required.
• Deliver excellent customer service and build strong working relationships.

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We are looking for passionate Database Administrators/Engineers to join a critical and long-term project. This role is part of an upskilling programme that offers current DB professionals (MSSQL, SQL, Oracle, IBMDB2, MongoDB, and other DB platforms) the opportunity to pivot into the SAP HANA ecosystem . Successful candidates will undergo structured training, gain hands-on project exposure, and have the chance to pursue SAP certifications .

This opportunity is open to professionals of all seniority levels —from fresh graduates to senior leads—who want to grow their careers in database technologies and SAP systems.

• Database Administration : Install, configure, and maintain databases across different platforms.
• Backup & Recovery : Develop and manage database backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies.
• User Management : Create and manage database users, roles, and access privileges.
• Structured RCA Approach : Perform detailed root cause analysis of incidents and propose long-term fixes.
• Database Performance : Monitor, optimize, and tune database performance for high efficiency.
• High Availability : Implement clustering, replication, and failover solutions to ensure database uptime.
• Monitoring & Troubleshooting : Proactively track database health, identify issues, and resolve incidents.
• Database Security : Enforce security policies, manage vulnerabilities, and ensure compliance with standards.

Additionally, candidates with SAP-related experience may also contribute to:

• SAP Basis administration and support
• SAP BW/BI/DW data management and modelling
• SAP system performance tuning and troubleshooting

• Singaporean Citizens only due to G50 security clearance requirements.
• Background in Database Administration or Engineering, with exposure to one or more of the following: MSSQL, SQL, Oracle, IBMDB2, MongoDB, or other database platforms.
• Hands-on experience with database tasks in administration, backup/recovery, user management, RCA, performance tuning, high availability, monitoring/troubleshooting, and security.
• Open to candidates with related SAP skills such as SAP Basis, SAP BW/BI/DW, SAP data modelling, or SAP ABAP.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to work in a 24/7 rotational support environment.
• Keen interest in upskilling to SAP HANA DBA with opportunities for certification.

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• Full-time

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• Government Administration

Overview

Role: Database Administrator

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Provision databases with required licenses. Implement data security and recovery control. Monitor health, performance, user access and security. Manage parameters for database optimization. Implement configuration management for business continuity plans and automate disaster recovery measures. Support systems to ensure high degree of usability that is balanced with stringent security requirements.

• Provision databases with required licenses.
• Implement data security and recovery control.
• Monitor health, performance, user access and security.
• Manage parameters for database optimization.
• Implement configuration management for business continuity plans and automate disaster recovery measures.
• Support systems to ensure high degree of usability that is balanced with stringent security requirements.

• Degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Computer or Electronics Engineering, Information Technology or related disciplines.
• Passion for automation, standardization and best practices.
• Relevant IT experience in database administrations such as the following (but not limited to): MySQL, Postgres, MongoDB.
• Practical experience troubleshooting database and server performance problems.
• Hands on experience in database administration, including: System DBA tasks (database management and security); SQL programming; database performance tuning and scalability; high availability technologies and disaster recovery.
• Professional certifications for database and security will be an added advantage.
• Experience in cloud technologies, such as AWS RDS, will be an added advantage.

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Company Description

NCS is a leading technology services firm that operates across the Asia Pacific region in over 20 cities, providing consulting, digital services, technology solutions, and more. We believe in harnessing the power of technology to achieve extraordinary things, creating lasting value and impact for our communities, partners, and people. Our diverse workforce of 13,000 has delivered large-scale, mission-critical, and multi-platform projects for governments and enterprises in Singapore and the APAC region.

Database Administrator

What will you do?

• Lead and manage database changes through change request process & provide status reports to the relevant parties.
• Ability to manage customer data modeling meetings and review meetings.
• Assist and respond promptly to incidents, investigate & provide temporary and/or permanent resolution of incidents escalated.
• Involvement in performance tuning, performance management, and setup of databases.
• Lead and monitor & measure the performance & availability of databases proactively; implement corrective actions identified to improve performance & availability.
• Lead and monitor the agreed service levels, document & maintain the configuration of the databases; provide regular reporting to relevant parties.
• Ensure service levels meet requirements. Propose and implement action plans when required. Lead and monitor databases according to standard operations procedures.
• Lead in the implementation of service continuity measures, i.e., backup/restore procedures & disaster recovery plan, to ensure continuous operation of the business.
• Involve and lead in database implementation.
• Keep abreast of database technologies. Be a good team player and leader.

The ideal candidate should possess:

• More than 5 years of experience in installation, configuration, & management of SQL Server databases is mandatory.
• Certification in SQL Server.
• More than 2 years of experience of Advanced to Expert skills in all the following:
• SQL Server Clustering & Always On Availability Group setup & management.
• Writing & debugging complex SQL statements, stored procedures & functions.
• Must be able to design & implement relational tables using the proper degree of normalization & denormalization.
• ER-Diagram Designer Tools.
• Performance Tuning.
• Proper index design & able to identify good & bad index design.
• Identify unused indexes & missing indexes.
• Identify bottlenecks in SQL Statistics, execution plans.
• Database Performance Monitoring using: Extended Events, Performance Monitoring Tool on SQL Server and Windows Counters, Third-Party DB monitoring tools.
• Database Performance Maintenance: Index Reorganization/Rebuild, Update Statistics, Archival Strategies.
• Experience in setting up & managing DB replication is a value-add.
• Experience in Oracle database installation & administration is a value-add.
• Degree in Computer Science or equivalent bachelor certification.

We are driven by our AEIOU beliefs—Adventure, Excellence, Integrity, Ownership, and Unity—and we seek individuals who embody these values in both their professional and personal lives. We are committed to our Impact: Valuing our clients, Growing our people, and Creating our future.

Together, we make the extraordinary happen.

Learn more about us at ncs.co and visit our LinkedIn career site.

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Information Technology
• Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting

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We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Database Administrator (DBA) to join our client's infrastructure team. The DBA will be responsible for the administration, implementation, support, and maintenance of database systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability. The successful candidate will also collaborate closely with application teams and clients to troubleshoot database-related issues and ensure smooth deployment and support of database infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administration and support for MS SQL Server and Oracle/ Maria DB databases across project and client environments.
• Design, implement, and document database standards, capacity planning, and performance tuning strategies.
• Coordinate with clients and application project managers to implement and configure database systems based on application requirements.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate version upgrades and patch management for database servers.
• Design, manage, and implement robust backup and recovery procedures; monitor backup operations for integrity and availability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application/database-related issues in coordination with internal teams and third-party vendors.
• Provide support during SIT, UAT, and Production phases for database setup and installation.
• Manage day-to-day database operations and ensure system availability and performance.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• 3 years of hands-on experience in MS SQL Server / Oracle administration within Windows/Linux/Azure environments.
• Must be a Singaporean due to G50 security clearance requirements by the client.
• Experience in MariaDB installation, configuration, and setup, including MS SQL HADR AG Failover Cluster instances and Peer-to-Peer Replication.
• Familiarity with additional database technologies such as Oracle, Oracle Exadata, OGG, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and Cloud Database (DBaaS) models is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of database security hardening, monitoring, and capacity planning.
• Excellent coordination skills for working with clients, application teams, and vendors.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage deadlines, and maintain high database system availability.
• Strong customer focus and commitment to continuous service improvement.
• Capable of working independently while upholding strong team collaboration and professional integrity.
• Willingness and ability to work on a 12 hours shift schedule.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Morgan Mckinley Pte Ltd is committed to providing a fair and inclusive work environment.