Junior PostgreSQL Administrator

2 days ago


Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Asgard Resources Sdn Bhd Full time 40,000 - 80,000 per year

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Junior PostgreSQL Administrator to join our IT Infrastructure team. The successful candidate will assist in maintaining and supporting PostgreSQL databases across development, testing, and production environments. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in database administration, learn from senior DBAs, and develop technical expertise in open-source database systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in the installation, configuration, and maintenance of PostgreSQL databases.
  • Monitor database health, performance, and availability using standard tools and scripts.
  • Support backup, recovery, and disaster recovery operations using tools such as pgBackRest or Barman.
  • Help perform database upgrades, patching, and migration activities under supervision.
  • Assist in query tuning and performance troubleshooting.
  • Manage user access, roles, and security settings within PostgreSQL.
  • Collaborate with developers and system administrators to ensure database stability and efficiency.
  • Maintain accurate documentation for database configurations, maintenance procedures, and troubleshooting steps.
  • Participate in on-call rotations or after-hours support as experience grows.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 1–3 years of experience in database administration or support, with exposure to PostgreSQL preferred.
  • Basic understanding of SQL, database architecture, and Linux/Unix systems.
  • Familiarity with backup/recovery concepts, replication, and performance tuning is an advantage.
  • Some experience with cloud environments (AWS RDS, Azure Database for PostgreSQL, or GCP Cloud SQL) is a plus.
  • Scripting knowledge in Shell, Python, or Bash is an advantage.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
  • Eagerness to learn, adapt, and grow within a fast-paced technical environment.
  • PostgreSQL certification or training is a plus, but not required.

Why Join Us

  • Excellent opportunity to build expertise in one of the world's leading open-source databases.
  • Mentorship from experienced senior DBAs and technical leads.
  • Exposure to enterprise-scale PostgreSQL environments and modern infrastructure.
  • Supportive and collaborative work culture focused on growth and learning.
  • Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and career development opportunities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: RM10, RM15,000.00 per month

Benefits:

  • Health insurance
  • Maternity leave
  • Opportunities for promotion
  • Professional development

Work Location: In person



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