Database Administrator III

This role provides strategic and technical leadership for enterprise database infrastructure supporting Hyundai Motor Group and its affiliates. It is responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, and lifecycle management of mission-critical database environments that enable continuous manufacturing operations and prevent production downtime. The position drives high-impact initiatives across diverse database platforms, ensuring performance, scalability, and reliability, while collaborating with headquarters and cross-functional IT/OT teams to deliver secure and efficient solutions across enterprise and plant systems.

Responsibilities

Lead Enterprise Database Strategy & Operations; Define and execute architecture, standards, and lifecycle management for heterogeneous database platforms (Oracle, SQL Server, SAP HANA, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Tibero) across Unix/Linux/Windows environments; Ensure High Availability & Manufacturing Continuity; Support ERP, MES, and OT systems across multiple business units, proactively maintaining system stability and preventing production line downtime through performance optimization and reliability engineering; Optimize Performance & Resolve Complex Issues; Monitor, tune, and troubleshoot database performance using query optimization, indexing strategies, and resource management, while conducting root cause analysis and system testing; Implement Data Protection & Resiliency; Design and manage backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies to ensure business continuity and safeguard mission-critical operations; Drive Cross-Functional Projects & Integration; Lead database initiatives from requirements through implementation, collaborating with ERP, MES, and OT teams to support system integration, deployments, and ongoing improvements while ensuring timely project delivery

Requirements

10+ years of hands-on experience managing large-scale Oracle and SQL Server database environments; Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make sound, logical decisions; Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results within tight -; Effective communication and collaboration skills across both technical teams and business stakeholders; Demonstrated ability to work in a team-oriented, cross-functional environment; Strong customer-focused mindset with experience supporting and engaging stakeholders

Nice to have

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or a related field; Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) certification; Experience with SAP MaxDB; Additional exposure to enterprise ERP or database ecosystems

Benefits

comprehensive medical/dental coverage; generous PTO; education assistance; annual merit increase eligibility; growth-focused work environment