Job Description
About the job Database Engineer
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain database systems to ensure efficient storage, retrieval, and manipulation of data.
- Collaborate with software developers, system architects, and other stakeholders to understand database requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
- Perform data modeling, schema design, and database optimization to support application development and business objectives.
- Configure and administer database management systems (DBMS) such as Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, or PostgreSQL.
- Implement and maintain database security policies, access controls, and data encryption mechanisms to protect sensitive information.
- Monitor database performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize query performance to ensure high availability and responsiveness.
- Plan and execute database backups, disaster recovery procedures, and database migrations in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Develop and maintain documentation related to database architecture, configurations, and procedures.
- Evaluate and recommend new database technologies, tools, and techniques to enhance database performance, scalability, and reliability.
- Provide technical guidance and support to junior database administrators and other team members.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
- Minimum of 4 years of experience working as a Database Engineer, Database Administrator, or similar role in the UAE.
- Proficiency in database management systems such as Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, or PostgreSQL.
- Strong understanding of database design principles, normalization, indexing, and query optimization.
- Hands-on experience with database administration tasks such as installation, configuration, performance tuning, and troubleshooting.
- Knowledge of database security best practices, including access controls, authentication mechanisms, and encryption techniques.
- Experience with database backup and recovery procedures, disaster recovery planning, and database replication.
- Familiarity with database monitoring and management tools such as Oracle Enterprise Manager, SQL Server Management Studio, or pgAdmin.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex database issues.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Job Details
- Job Location
- Dubai United Arab Emirates
- Company Industry
- Other Business Support Services
- Company Type
- Unspecified
- Employment Type
- Unspecified
- Monthly Salary Range
- Unspecified
- Number of Vacancies
- Unspecified