Remote - Malaysia Remote (Global)

TiDB is hiring a Professional Service Engineer

About the Role

Role Overview

This position is responsible for leading the end-to-end deployment of database systems at client locations, ensuring reliable performance and seamless integration with existing infrastructure. The engineer serves as a technical point of contact, guiding clients through setup, configuration, and optimization while addressing challenges that arise during and after implementation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee the installation, configuration, and migration of database environments, ensuring compatibility and efficiency within client ecosystems.
  • Diagnose and resolve performance issues, system outages, and complex technical faults with speed and precision.
  • Offer expert-level advice on database architecture, operational best practices, and performance tuning tailored to client needs.
  • Collaborate with support, pre-sales, and research teams to escalate and resolve critical technical challenges.
  • Engage directly with clients to understand operational goals and translate them into effective technical solutions.
  • Produce clear, detailed documentation covering configurations, troubleshooting steps, and system maintenance procedures.
  • Log technical issues and insights to support product improvements and enhance future client experiences.
  • Maintain consistent communication with Technical Account Managers and engineering teams to ensure client success.

Required Qualifications

  • Hold a bachelor’s degree or higher in computer science or a related technical discipline.
  • Have at least three years of hands-on experience in database operations, support, or deployment roles.
  • Demonstrate deep understanding of relational databases, particularly MySQL and Oracle, including their operational behavior and management.
  • Possess strong familiarity with Linux and Unix environments and command-line tools.
  • Understand common enterprise database architectures and integration patterns.
  • Show proven ability to analyze, isolate, and resolve critical system issues under pressure.
  • Exhibit strong initiative, accountability, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
  • Communicate clearly and professionally with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Background

  • Experience with NoSQL or NewSQL database technologies is a strong advantage.

Work Environment

This role operates in a global setting with flexibility in location. The work demands collaboration across time zones and adaptability to evolving technical and client needs. The culture emphasizes inclusion, innovation, and continuous learning, with a firm commitment to diversity and respectful interaction.

Commitment to Inclusion

The organization upholds a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. It welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and identities, and actively promotes equity regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, or veteran status. Subtle biases and exclusionary behaviors are addressed promptly to maintain a respectful and supportive environment for all team members.

Required Skills
MySQLOracleNoSQLNewSQLLinuxUnixDatabase ManagementRelational DatabasesDatabase ArchitectureTechnical SupportOperating SystemsBusiness System Architecture MySQLOracleNoSQLNewSQLLinuxUnixDatabase ManagementRelational DatabasesDistributed SQLCloud-Native DatabasesReal-Time AnalyticsDatabase ArchitectureTechnical Support
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TiDB
TiDB is an open-source, cloud-native, distributed SQL database for elastic scale and real-time analytics. The company offers TiDB Database and Database as a Service (DBaaS), serving large and high-growth organizations in financial services, logistics, gaming, e-commerce, and SaaS. It has a strong open-source community presence with over 39,500 stars on GitHub.
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Category backend
Posted 23 days ago