Database Administration Engineer

NEXTCARE Claims Management LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Database Administrator Engineer to oversee and optimize their database systems. In this pivotal role, you will manage Oracle and PostgreSQL databases, ensuring performance, security, and high availability. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to design solutions that align with business and IT goals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in database architecture, disaster recovery, and cloud platforms, along with excellent communication skills. This opportunity offers a chance to contribute to a dynamic environment where your expertise will be valued.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Database Administrator Engineer with Oracle and PostgreSQL.
• Strong understanding of database architecture and performance tuning.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize database systems, ensuring high availability and security.
• Collaborate with teams to implement technical solutions aligned with business objectives.

Skills

Oracle Database Administration

PostgreSQL Database Administration

Performance Tuning

Disaster Recovery

Data Security Best Practices

Cloud Platforms (Azure, AWS)

Troubleshooting Skills

Capacity Planning

Automation Scripting (Shell, Python, SQL)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Certifications (Oracle Certified, PostgreSQL Certified)

Job description

The Database Administrator Engineer is primarily responsible for managing, optimizing, and securing the company's database systems, including Oracle and PostgreSQL, across the full portfolio. This includes overseeing database architecture, performance tuning, capacity planning, and implementing high availability and disaster recovery strategies. The DBA also handles advanced troubleshooting, monitors critical database events, and ensures thorough documentation is maintained. Additionally, this role involves working closely with cross-functional teams to design and implement technical solutions that align with the company’s business and IT objectives.

Key requirements / What you bring :

• Proven experience as a Database Administrator Engineer, with expertise in Oracle and PostgreSQL database administration.
• In-depth knowledge of database architecture, performance tuning, and optimization techniques.
• Experience in high availability, disaster recovery, and backup strategies.
• Strong understanding of security best practices for database systems, including data encryption and access control.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS, or Oracle Cloud).
• Advanced troubleshooting skills, with the ability to resolve complex database issues efficiently.
• Familiarity with capacity planning and database scalability.
• Ability to design and implement automated monitoring and alerting systems.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (preferred).
• Certifications (e.g., Oracle Certified Professional, PostgreSQL Certified) are a plus.
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Shell, Python, SQL) for automation and routine tasks.