Database Administrator (DBA)📣 Job Ad

About the Role

BRAVANTIC is seeking a skilled Database Administrator (DBA) to join our team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position is part of our ongoing expansion as we continue to leverage technology for sustainability and well-being, driving growth and transformation for our clients across IT and Information Systems. With 29 years of experience and operations in multiple countries, we offer a dynamic environment for professionals looking to contribute to innovative projects.

Key Responsibilities

The Database Administrator will be responsible for ensuring the optimal performance, integrity, and availability of our databases. Key duties include:

• Monitoring, analyzing, and optimizing database indexing and query execution speeds to enhance performance.
• Designing and implementing robust backup, restoration, and purging policies across SQL Server, Oracle, or PostgreSQL environments.
• Maintaining high availability solutions, including clustering, mirroring, and replication, to guarantee zero data loss across different locations.
• Coordinating with the Service Manager using OpenText SMAX to ensure schema changes are aligned with project management boards and ITSM governance.

Required Qualifications

Candidates should possess the following qualifications and experience:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in database administration within enterprise environments.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Database Administration, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications such as Azure Database Administrator Associate, Oracle Certified Professional, or equivalent are highly regarded.

Essential Skills

Proficiency in the following areas is crucial for success in this role:

• Advanced SQL scripting capabilities.
• Experience with database clustering technologies.
• Proven ability in performance troubleshooting.
• Understanding and implementation of ETL processes.

Work Environment and Benefits

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. BRAVANTIC offers a young and dynamic environment with a specialized team. The company provides training to develop both soft and hard skills, supports personal and professional life balance, and offers flexible hours. An attractive salary is also part of the compensation package.