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Database Engineer

Job-title: Database Engineer
Location: Tokyo
Specialisation: Information Technology
Salary: 6.5M ~ 11.0M
Reference: IJB2013194
Job-published: September 04, 2026 11:27

The Database Engineer role offers the opportunity to work on large-scale IoT platforms that support critical infrastructure and data-driven operations. This position combines database engineering expertise with stakeholder engagement and technical leadership, making it ideal for professionals who enjoy delivering solutions across complex, high-visibility environments. The role also provides the opportunity to influence system performance, operational excellence, and future platform enhancements.

Responsibilities

  • Lead database-related activities across system maintenance, project delivery, and solution proposals.

  • Design, build, optimise, and maintain database environments supporting large-scale IoT platforms.

  • Coordinate and lead project activities with internal teams and external partners.

  • Manage relationships with key stakeholders and major utility customers.

  • Drive issue resolution, performance optimisation, and operational improvements.

  • Support solution planning and technical proposals for future system enhancements.

  • Provide technical leadership across multiple parallel workstreams and projects.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of database engineering experience with technologies such as Oracle, Oracle Exadata, PostgreSQL, or equivalent platforms.

  • 2+ years of experience leading small teams or technical workgroups.

  • Experience managing multiple projects or workstreams simultaneously.

  • Experience in customer-facing roles involving problem-solving, stakeholder management, and consensus building.

  • Strong analytical and communication skills.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive social insurance coverage

  • Smoke-free workplace

About the Company

A company in the smart infrastructure and IoT solutions industry, this organisation develops technologies that help utilities and end users make informed decisions about energy consumption and efficiency. With large-scale platforms supporting critical infrastructure, the business focuses on enabling improved resource management and operational performance through data-driven solutions.