Join Japan's leading internet service company as a Database Engineer, supporting high-traffic eCommerce platforms with cutting-edge infrastructure. This is an exciting opportunity to design, optimize, and manage modern databases across cloud environments while collaborating with a talented global team. Ideal for tech professionals passionate about performance, automation, and scalability.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, maintain, and optimize relational databases for performance and uptime
- Automate database tasks using shell scripting and Git for version control
- Monitor systems, troubleshoot issues, and implement security best practices
- Collaborate with development teams to improve database efficiency and scale
- Support cloud-based databases across AWS, Azure, or GCP
Required Skills and Qualifications
Experience:
- Minimum 1 year as a Database Engineer, DBA, or in a similar technical role
- Hands-on experience with relational databases and basic cloud platform knowledge
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in shell scripting and familiarity with Git
- Basic understanding of AWS, Azure, or GCP environments
Soft Skills:
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills in dynamic settings
Language Requirements
- Japanese: Basic level
- English: Intermediate to Business level
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
- Knowledge of backup, recovery, and DR strategies
- Experience with database performance tuning and monitoring tools
- Understanding of SQL and NoSQL technologies
- Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform
About the Company
As Japan's largest internet service company, our client leads innovation in eCommerce, fintech, and cloud solutions. The engineering team manages high-scale database systems powering millions of users daily, driving advancements in performance, security, and automation. The company offers a fast-paced, inclusive environment with a focus on continuous improvement, career growth, and modern technology adoption.
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Cutting-edge technology and tools at scale
- Flexible work style and strong work-life balance
- Diverse, collaborative engineering culture
- Central Tokyo office (5 mins from station) with on-site cafeteria
- Supportive environment with minimal overtime
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