MS SQL Database Administrator- KSA

A. Basic Scope of Work:

• Database Administrator for onsite project requirements.

B. Accountabilities:

• Database Management Systems: Strong knowledge and experience in administering and managing Microsoft SQL Server.
• Microsoft SQL Server: Proficiency in installation, configuration, performance tuning, backup and recovery, security management, and high availability features of SQL Server.
• SQL and Query Optimization: Proficiency in SQL is crucial for database administration, with a strong understanding of writing complex SQL queries, optimizing query performance, and ensuring efficient data retrieval.
• Database Security: Knowledge of database security principles and best practices, including user access management, authentication, authorization, and data encryption.
• Backup and Recovery: Experience in implementing and maintaining database backup and recovery strategies to ensure data integrity and minimize downtime in case of system failures or disasters.
• Performance Tuning: Expertise in monitoring and optimizing database performance using tools, techniques, and best practices to ensure optimal system response times and efficient resource utilization.
• Troubleshooting: Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills to identify and resolve database-related issues, such as performance bottlenecks, data corruption, and system errors.

C. Qualification:

• Strong troubleshooting skills on Cluster & DR Environment.
• Strong experience on high availability in Cluster & DR Environment.
• Microsoft SQL Server and Database administration experience is a must.
• Oracle Database Administration, RAC knowledge, and experience preferred.
• MySQL Administration knowledge preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of 6 years of real-time Experience in database administration.

D. Education and Certification:

• Bachelor of Computer Science, Information Technology, or any related stream.
• Professional certifications specific to Microsoft SQL Server and Oracle Database.
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate: Demonstrates expertise in managing and administering Microsoft Azure SQL Databases.
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate: Focuses on designing and implementing data solutions using Microsoft Azure data services, including SQL Server on Azure Virtual Machines.
• MySQL Database Administrator: Validates skills in administering MySQL databases, including installation, optimization, backup, and recovery.

E. General Skills:

• Only Riyadh-based resources can apply / Banking Sector.
• Nationals can apply for the role.
• Final total package is SAR 22,000 unnegotiable.