Senior Database Administrator

Role Description

The Senior Database Administrator is a full-time, on-site role based in Jal El Dib. This position is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining database systems that support MobiMind's solutions. The role ensures high availability, performance, and data integrity across all environments. The Senior DBA will collaborate closely with development and operations teams to support deployments and releases, while also driving continuous improvement in database processes and security practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze database performance to ensure optimal operation.
• Optimize queries and check for deadlocks to improve efficiency and prevent bottlenecks.
• Design, implement, and maintain enterprise-level database systems.
• Manage backups, disaster recovery plans, and replication setups.
• Ensure database security, compliance, and adherence to industry best practices.
• Troubleshoot complex database-related issues and provide timely resolutions.
• Collaborate with developers and system administrators to support application development and deployment.
• Lead database upgrades, migrations, and modernization initiatives.
• Document database configurations, processes, and standards.
• Mentor junior DBAs and contribute to knowledge sharing within the team.
• Continuously improve data-related processes to enhance scalability and reliability.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in Database Administration and Databases, including installation, configuration, performance tuning, and backup/recovery.
• Experience in Database Design, including data modeling, schema design, and optimization for scalability and reliability.
• Proficiency in Troubleshooting database issues, analyzing logs, and resolving performance and availability problems.
• Hands-on experience with high availability solutions (clustering, replication, failover).
• Proficiency with major relational database management systems (SQL Server, PostgreSQL).
• Solid understanding of SQL, indexing strategies, query optimization, and database security best practices.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, manage priorities, and document procedures clearly.
• Experience with AI tools for SQL performance monitoring is a strong asset.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Comfort working on-site in Jal El Dib and supporting occasional off-hours maintenance or incident response as needed.
• 7+ years of experience in database administration with large-scale systems.