IT Database Administrator

Job Title: IT Database Administrator

Job Type: Full-time

Location: On-site Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced IT Database Administrator to join our team and take ownership of our mission-critical Microsoft SQL Server and Oracle database environments. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring database performance, security, and availability, supporting business continuity through advanced backup, automation, and disaster recovery strategies. Our async-first culture values professionals with exceptional written communication skills who can thrive in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain MSSQL and Oracle database servers to ensure optimal reliability and performance.

• Monitor, analyze, and optimize database performance, including tuning queries, indexes, and storage for maximum efficiency.

• Implement high availability and disaster recovery solutions such as AlwaysOn, Data Guard, and Oracle RAC to support business continuity.

• Enforce security measures, manage access controls, encryption, and conduct regular vulnerability assessments to ensure compliance.

• Design and execute robust backup strategies, and routinely test disaster recovery plans to guarantee data integrity and recoverability.

• Automate routine database tasks and monitoring, leveraging scripting and industry-standard tools.

• Provide expert-level L2 & L3 support, collaborating with application and infrastructure teams, and deliver thorough documentation and knowledge transfer.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

• 7+ years of hands-on experience in MSSQL and Oracle database administration.

• Proven expertise with SQL Server (2016/2019/2022) and Oracle (12c, 19c).

• Advanced knowledge of HA/DR solutions: AlwaysOn, Data Guard, Oracle RAC, Log Shipping.

• Proficiency in T-SQL and PL/SQL scripting, with demonstrated skills in database performance tuning.

• Experience working in fast-paced enterprise environments, with strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.

• Outstanding written communication and documentation skills, thriving in asynchronous team cultures.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant certifications such as MCSA/MCSE (SQL Server) or Oracle OCP.

• Experience with cloud-based database platforms (Azure SQL, Oracle Cloud, AWS RDS).

• Familiarity with leading database monitoring tools (OEM, SQL Server Profiler, RedGate, SolarWinds).