PaaS – Database Engineer

FPT Smart Cloud is hiring a Database Engineer to join our Cloud PaaS team, where you'll help architect and scale mission-critical database services powering next-generation AI and cloud platforms. This is a unique opportunity to build from the ground up alongside Vietnam's top cloud and data experts.

FPT Smart Cloud (FCI) – a member of FPT Corporation, pioneers AI & Cloud solutions in Vietnam. FCI was founded with the mission to generating an immense leap in productivity and agility in business operations.

FPT Smart Cloud aims at leading the industry by focusing on building a firm technological foundation, developing diversified ecosystem products, and reaching global connectivity.

• Customized to specific needs: Providing cloud-based products and solutions customized to each industry.
• All-in-one Platform: Consolidating FPT Smart Cloud technology and diverse business solutions all in one platform. AI & Cloud services are a Unify eco-system.
• Local market leadership: Outstanding Cloud and AI technology infrastructure and platform to help local businesses grow their products and services online.
• Deliver the future: Help customers achieve business outcomes faster by integrating world-class processes and technology.

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Cloud Database Engineer to design, implement, and manage scalable, secure, and high-performance cloud-based database solutions. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to support modern cloud applications, optimize database performance, and ensure high availability and disaster recovery in cloud environments.

• Design and Architecture: Design and implement highly available, scalable, and secure database solutions on cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Cloud Database Management: Provision, configure, manage, and monitor various cloud database services (e.g., RDS, NoSQL databases, OLAP database, search engines like elasticsearch, opensearch).
• Automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Develop and maintain automation scripts and IaC templates (e.g., Terraform, Ansible) for database provisioning, configuration, and management.
• Data Migration and Integration: Plan and execute database migrations from on-premises to the cloud or between different cloud database services. Design and implement data integration solutions between various systems.
• Security and Compliance: Implement and maintain database security best practices, including access controls, encryption, data masking, and compliance with relevant regulations.
• Mentorship and Guidance: Mentor junior database engineers and share best practices within the team.
• Collaboration and Support: Work closely with development teams to provide database design guidance, troubleshoot database-related issues, and optimize data access patterns.
• On-call Support: Participate in on-call rotations and incident response for critical database systems.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of experience as a database engineer or administrator, with at least 2+ years in cloud environments.
• Hands-on experience with one or more major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their database services.
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).
• Knowledge of database security principles and best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps workflows.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with data migration tools and techniques.
  • Strong scripting skills in Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
  • Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines for database deployments.
  • Knowledge of Kubernetes and running databases in containerized environments.
  • Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
• Salary: Competitive, pay according to ability. Negotiation during the interview.
• Social insurance and health insurance according to labor laws.
• Creative, open-minded working environment that respects individuals
• Activities and culture with FCI and FPT Corporation
• Study support package for children of FCI union
• Sponsor related courses and certifications
• Working Location:
  • Site Hanoi: 7th Floor, FPT Tower, no. 10 Pham Van Bach Street, Dich Vong ward, Cau Giay district, Hanoi.
  • Site HCMC: 3rd floor, PJICO Tower, no. 186 Dien Bien Phu, Ward 6, District 3, HCMC
• Working hours:
  • 8h30 AM – 12h00 PM
  • 1h00 PM – 5h30 PM

Pham Thi Ha My (Ms.) – Talent Acquisition Leader
Email:Mypth3@fpt.com
Phone: 0962456194
FPT Smart Cloud (FCI) Co., LTD
Address: 7th Floor, FPT Tower, No. 10 Pham Van Bach, Cau Giay Dist, Hanoi
Websites: FPT Cloud | FPT AI