Database Specialist

Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Database Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining our database systems. Key responsibilities include data modeling, database administration, performance tuning, and ensuring data security and integrity. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of database technologies, SQL, and data warehousing concepts.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain database systems and management tools.
• Install, update, and maintain computer databases.
• Assess and optimize database performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database processing and programming issues.
• Implement data security and disaster recovery procedures.
• Collaborate with application development teams.
• Provide technical support to users.
• Stay current with industry trends and technologies.

Additional Opportunities:

• Technical Growth: Deepen database expertise, master data warehousing and analytics, and learn automation tools.
• Domain Knowledge: Gain travel industry insights, analyze user behavior, and contribute to data-driven solutions.
• Leadership Roles: Lead database projects, oversee data security, and become a database architect.
• Career Diversification: Transition to data analytics, business intelligence, marketing, or customer relationship management.
• Global Exposure: Collaborate with international teams, attend global conferences, and enhance language skills.

Technology Stack:

• Languages: PHP (Laravel, CakePHP), jQuery, React (Next.js, Redux), Vue.js (Nuxt.js, Vuex), SCSS
• Testing: Jest, Puppeyeer, PHPUnit
• Development environment: npm, Yarn, Gulp, Webpack
• Virtual environment: Docker
• Infrastructure: AWS, GCP, Kubernetes
• Database: MySQL, Cloud Spanner, Redis
• Log analysis: fluentd + Elasticsearch (or Stackdriver) + Kibana, Sentry
• API definition: Swagger
• Editor, IDE: Visual Studio Code

Our Mission:
Driven by Based on our mission of balancing business and social contribution, we have developed and operated "skyticket", a travel booking site that allows users to search and reserve affordable airfare and hotels.

Our Achievements:
- Over 20 million downloads of our app since its release in 2015
- Profitable even during the COVID-19 pandemic, demonstrating resilience across the travel industry
- Record-breaking profits achieved in June 2023
- Expansion to 6 subsidiaries overseas
- Our Global Workforce :The percentage of international employees hired exceeds 50%, we are fostering a truly global development environment.

Why Join Us?:
- Embrace a Global Environment
Join a team of talented individuals from Amazon headquarters, Accenture, Salesforce, and our Future Creator talent acquisition program.
Thrive in a multicultural environment, working in both Japanese and English, enhancing your soft skills and increasing your market value.

- Drive Innovation and Growth
Be part of a company that actively creates new businesses, having launched three new services since 2023.
Contribute to cutting-edge AI solutions that are shaping the future of travel.

- Seize Opportunities for Career Advancement
Develop your global expertise and gain valuable experience that will set you apart in the job market.
Take on challenging projects and make a real impact on our company's success.
In today's rapidly evolving landscape where AI is playing an increasingly prominent role, simply coding skills are no longer enough to guarantee market value.

For those seeking a global challenge and the opportunity to make a difference, "skyticket" offers a wealth of opportuni

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Job Type
　full-time employee
　probationary period: 3 months
　*There will be no change in salary and treatment during this period.

salary: 7-10 million yen
　Salary will be determined in consideration of experience and ability in accordance with our 　company's regulations.
　The above amount includes 40 hours of estimated overtime. Additional payment will be made for 　overtime work in excess of 40 hours.

　Salary revision: Once a year
　*There is a possibility of up to twice a year if achievements and performance are highly 　evaluated.

Location
　Tokyo Head Office
　24F Yebisu Garden Place Tower, 4-20-3 Ebisu, Shibuya Ward, Tokyo, Japan 150-6024

　Access:
　Ebisu Head Office 7 min. 
　Walk from the East Exit of Ebisu Station on JR and Hibiya Lines.

Work hours
　10:00-19:00 (8 hours a day for labor and 1 hour for rest)
　Average over time at work: 20 hours/month

　Remote work: Available

Vacations and vacation time:

• 2 days off per week (Saturdays, Sundays and national holidays)
• Paid vacations: 10 days after 6 months of employment (70% acquisition rate)
• Summer vacation
• Year-end and New Year vacations
• Celebration or condolence leave
• Childcare leave
• Nursing care leave

Benefits

• substantial benefits:
• Preferential use of domestic airline tickets in Japan for employees
• Free use of in-house technical books (purchase of books is also possible)
• Company trips (depending on performance)
• 　*In the past, We have traveled to New York, Bangkok, Hawaii, New Caledonia, and Cebu Island.
• No smoking in the office (smoking area available)
• Free drink system
• Free snack system
• Anything you like: hairstyle, hair color, dress code
• AMEX Gold Card (no annual fee if used once a year)
• In-house commendation system
• Discounts for Japanese Language School

Other benefits:

• Transportation expenses (up to 20,000 yen per month)
• Various social insurances (employment, workers' accident compensation, health, and welfare pension)
• Overtime allowance (in excess of 40 hours)
• Business trip allowance
• Qualification allowance

Required Skills

• Technical Proficiency: SQL, database technologies (Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL), data warehousing, ETL, Unix/Linux, PowerShell, BI tools (SSIS, SSRS, SSAS)
• Data Modeling: Dimensional and relational data modeling
• Analytical Skills: Statistical and mathematical knowledge, data analysis
• Soft Skills: Attention to detail, problem-solving, communication, teamwork

Additional Skills

• Cloud Platforms: Experience with cloud-based database services (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Data Visualization: Proficiency in tools like Power BI, Tableau, or Looker
• Machine Learning and AI: Understanding of ML and AI concepts for data-driven insights
• Scripting Languages: Python or R for data automation and analysis
• Agile Methodologies: Familiarity with Agile frameworks for project management
• ITIL Certification: Demonstrates understanding of IT service management best practices
• Security Certifications: CISSP or CISM for enhanced security awareness

The ideal candidate

• Technical Skills: SQL, database administration, data warehousing, ETL, cloud platforms, scripting, BI tools, data visualization
• Data Modeling: Dimensional and relational data modeling
• Analytical Skills: Statistical analysis, data mining, machine learning, problem-solving
• Soft Skills: Communication, collaboration, attention to detail, adaptability, project management
• Domain Knowledge: Travel industry, booking systems, inventory management, customer data, data analysis
• Additional Skills: Cybersecurity, data governance, NoSQL databases, API integration