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About the Role

The Saudi National Bank (SNB) seeks to hire an experienced Database Manager to join its team in Jeddah, Makkah Al-Mukarramah, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position plays a pivotal role in leading the design, implementation, and maintenance of robust database systems that support the bank's critical business operations. The role requires deep technical expertise in various database technologies, as well as strong leadership capabilities to ensure high availability, optimal performance, and stringent security of database environments.

As a Database Manager at SNB, you will be responsible for safeguarding the integrity of the bank's data and ensuring the smooth operation of database processes to support the bank's growth and strategic objectives. This role demands a proactive management approach, a commitment to security and compliance, and the ability to foster a collaborative environment within the IT department.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the performance, integrity, and security of all database systems, ensuring their reliability and efficiency.
• Implement, monitor, and regularly test database backup and recovery procedures, as well as comprehensive disaster recovery plans.
• Ensure high availability and scalability of database systems to effectively support business growth and evolving operational requirements.
• Design and implement new database structures, and optimize existing structures to enhance performance and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate closely with application development teams to ensure seamless database integration and compliance with all business requirements.
• Enforce strict database security policies and ensure full compliance with internal standards and external regulations, including those issued by the Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority (SAMA) and Anti-Money Laundering/Counter-Terrorist Financing (AML/CTF).
• Conduct regular audits and assessments of database system vulnerabilities to proactively identify and mitigate potential risks.
• Proactively monitor database performance, implementing tuning strategies to ensure optimal system performance at all times.
• Analyze system logs and performance metrics to identify and resolve any bottlenecks or performance issues.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of database administrators and developers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Work in collaboration with IT operations, application teams, and business stakeholders to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of all database services.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Must be a Saudi national.
• Hold a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a closely related field.
• Possess at least 5 to 8 years of experience in database administration.
• Include at least 3 years of experience in a managerial or leadership role within database operations.
• Demonstrate proven experience in managing large-scale and complex database environments.
• Advanced certifications in relevant database technologies (*, Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL) are a significant plus.

Required Skills

• Strong technical knowledge of relational and non-relational database systems.
• Proficiency in database performance tuning, backup and recovery strategies, and disaster recovery planning.
• Familiarity with cloud database solutions, including but not limited to AWS RDS and Azure SQL.
• Solid understanding of database security principles, access control mechanisms, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities, with a track record of effectively resolving complex database issues.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective collaboration and reporting.
• Clear leadership skills, capable of guiding and motivating a technical team.
• Experience in database management, design, and development.
• Proficiency in performance monitoring and optimization techniques.
• Experience with compliance and security best practices.
• Ability to foster collaboration between different IT and business units.

Additional Details

The incumbent holds a full-time Database Manager position at the Saudi National Bank (SNB), based in Jeddah, Makkah Al-Mukarramah, Saudi Arabia. This role requires 5 to 10 years of experience in the field.