Senior Database Administrator (ClickHouse)

Tabby; Riyadh; Remote; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A fintech unicorn is looking for a Database Engineer to design and maintain large relational databases. The ideal candidate has experience with Clickhouse and PostgreSQL, as well as strong problem-solving skills. This role offers a full-time remote B2B contract with benefits, including stock options and relocation support up to $5,000. Join a high-performing international team in a dynamic environment with flexible work arrangements.

Benefits

Stock options (ESOP)

22 paid leave days annually

Flexi benefits for wellness, travel, or learning

Relocation support up to $5,000

Qualifications

• Experience with Clickhouse is mandatory.
• Proficiency in PostgreSQL setup, replication, upgrade, monitoring and performance tuning.
• Can read and write complex queries.
• Strong knowledge of database design and coding.

Responsibilities

• Design, construct, install, and maintain large relational databases.
• Maintain the integrity and security of the database.
• Monitor database performance and apply new patches.
• Collaborate with development teams for optimization.

Skills

Database design

PostgreSQL

Clickhouse

Backup and recovery procedures

Problem-solving

Communication

Python

Kubernetes

AWS

Education

Certification in database management

Tools

pgbouncer

Terraform

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, construct, install, and maintain large relational databases.
• Maintain the integrity and security of the database, including backups and recovery procedures.
• Implement and manage disaster recovery and failover systems.
• Monitor database performance, implement changes, and apply new patches and versions when required.
• Optimize queries for performance.
• Collaborate with development teams to optimize database usage.
• Set up and maintain database replication, clustering, mirroring, and other high availability strategies.
• Use and understand tools like pgbouncer and modern monitoring systems.
• Stay updated with the latest database technologies and best practices.

What you’ll bring:

• Experience with Clickhouse is mandatory.
• Proficiency in PostgreSQL setup, replication, upgrade, monitoring and performance tuning.
• Can read and write complex and very complex queries.
• Experience with backup and recovery procedures, as well as PITR.
• Strong knowledge of database design, documentation, and coding.
• Familiarity with database management tools and performance tuning techniques.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Familiarity with programming/scripting languages like bash, Python, Go, etc.
• Experience with DbaaS on cloud platforms such as GCP or AWS (would be a plus).

Desired Skills:

• Certification in database management or equivalent training (would be a plus).
• Experience in migrating large databases between cloud platforms.
• Knowledge of the latest trends in database administration.
• Familiarity with modern DevOps practices such as Kubernetes, Terraform, Helm.
• Experience in real-time data streaming technologies such as Debezium/Flink.

What we offer:

• Full-time B2B contract
• Fully remote setup, work from anywhere in Europe
• Up to 20% tax allowance
• 22 paid leave days annually
• Stock options (ESOP) in a fast-scaling, pre-IPO company
• Flexi benefits you can use for wellness, travel, or learning
• Work alongside a high-performing, international engineering team in a global fintech unicorn

Relocation support is available to our hubs in Armenia, Georgia, Serbia, Portugal, and Spain, including flights, temporary accommodation, and legal setup, for up to $5,000 in verified costs.

About Tabby

Tabby creates financial freedom in the way people shop, earn and save, by reshaping their relationship with money. The company’s flagship offering allows shoppers to split their payments online and in-store with no interest or fees. Over 32,000 global brands and small businesses, including Amazon, Noon, IKEA and Shein use Tabby to accelerate growth and gain loyal customers by offering easy and flexible payments online and in stores. Tabby has generated over $7 billion in transaction volume for its partner brands and has the highest rated, most reviewed, largest and fastest growing app of any fintech in the GCC region. Tabby launched operations in 2020 and has raised +$1 billion in equity and debt funding from global and regional investors.

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Our Hiring Process

Stage 3: HR call @Tabby

Stage 4: Technical interview @Tabby

Stage 5: Final interview @Tabby

Stage 6: Hired