Senior Database Administrator - Saudi National - Riyadh, KSA

Role Overview

Senior Database Administrator at DeepSource Technologies in Riyadh, KSA. This role requires Saudi National status.

Role Purpose

Ensure the performance, availability, and security of databases while working closely with IT professionals, developers, and stakeholders to support mission-critical applications.

Key Responsibilities

Database Performance & Monitoring

• Manage and monitor the performance, reliability, and availability of databases.
• Optimize database performance through indexing, query optimization, and performance tuning.

Database Design & Maintenance

• Design, implement, and maintain database systems and schemas.

Security & Protection

• Develop and implement security measures to protect databases from unauthorized access or data loss.

Backup & Disaster Recovery

• Plan and execute database backups and disaster recovery procedures.

Troubleshooting & Support

• Troubleshoot and resolve database issues, such as performance bottlenecks, data corruption, and connectivity problems.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience as a Database Administrator (DBA).
• Strong knowledge of database management systems such as Oracle, MySQL, or Microsoft SQL Server.
• Experience with database administration tools and monitoring systems.
• Familiarity with database security best practices.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Oracle Certified Professional, Microsoft Certified Database Administrator) are a plus.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Additional Information

• Private Health Insurance (Family).
• Annual flight tickets (Family).