26 Database Solutions jobs in Saudi Arabia

Job Title:
Sr Database Developer

Employment Type: Freelance/Contract

Duration: Yearly Renewable Contract

Location:
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design stable, reliable, and effective databases.
• Modify databases according to requirements and perform tests.
• Solve database usage issues and malfunctions.
• Liaise with developers to improve applications and establish best practices.
• Develop technical and training manuals.
• Provide database technical support to the Application Support team.
• Ensure all database programs meet business and performance requirements.
• Collaborate with project teams to plan, design, and maintain reusable development standards that support current and future system needs.

Qualification Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in database design and development.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Oracle (PL/SQL) and MS SQL Server (T-SQL).
• Expertise in client-side web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JQuery, Ajax).
• Expertise in REST API development.
• Experience with ORDS.
• Ability to apply workflow into APEX and separate business logic from UI.
• Experience with automated unit testing of APEX applications, integration components, and web services.
• Knowledge of software engineering best practices across the development lifecycle, including agile methodologies, coding standards, code reviews, source management, build processes, testing, and operations.
• Strong skills in database design and performance tuning

We are a trusted recruitment partner for organizations across the Middle East. Established in 2016, we specialize in delivering unparalleled talent solutions by leveraging our strategic market presence and understanding of evolving industry dynamics.

Our customer is seeking a Database Administrator to contribute to success in the Technical domain.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
• 3–7 years of relevant experience
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Proficiency with industry-standard tools/software
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Knowledge of compliance and governance standards
• Experience in the related industry
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams
• Fluency in English; Arabic is a plus
• Proven track record of delivering results
• Adaptability to fast-paced environments

Job Requirements:

1. Academic Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in information systems, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years and maximum of 8 years of experience in database management.
• Professional Certifications (preferred):
• Oracle Certified Professional (OCP)
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate
• Or equivalent in SQL/NoSQL databases

2. Required Technical Skills

• Experience in installing, maintaining, and upgrading databases (Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or similar).
• Proficiency in backup and recovery processes using best practices.
• Expertise in database performance monitoring and tuning.
• Ability to rebuild indexes and optimize database structure when necessary.
• Good understanding of database security concepts.
• Experience in managing distributed databases and high-availability systems.
• Familiarity with operating systems related to databases (Linux, Windows Server).
• Knowledge of database monitoring and automation tools (such as Oracle Enterprise Manager, or SolarWinds).

3. Key Responsibilities

• Provide full support for database management activities including installation, maintenance, backups, and monitoring.
• Monitor performance metrics and take proactive actions to prevent any database failures.
• Coordinate periodic updates and security patches/upgrades with relevant teams.
• Collaborate with technical teams to improve database performance in alignment with application changes or anticipated growth.
• Prepare and submit regular reports on database health and performance improvements.

4. Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle emergencies.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.

Proficiency in both written and spoken English.

We are seeking an experienced Database Administrator (DBA) to manage, secure, and optimize our database systems. The ideal candidate will ensure high availability, performance, and reliability of databases while supporting cross-functional teams with data management, recovery, and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain MS SQL Server databases.
• Monitor database performance and proactively resolve issues related to blocking, deadlocks, and query optimization.
• Manage database backups, restores, disaster recovery (DR), and failover solutions.
• Design and implement SQL Server replication, clustering, and HA solutions (mirroring, log shipping, AlwaysOn, etc.).
• Apply SQL patching and maintain database security standards.
• Troubleshoot SQL queries, stored procedures, triggers, indexes, and performance bottlenecks.
• Conduct regular health checks and address database alerts promptly.
• Support incident and problem management with in-depth investigation and RCA (Root Cause Analysis).
• Prepare and maintain documentation including database architecture, diagrams, and configurations.
• Collaborate with development and infrastructure teams to support deployments with minimal disruption.
• Forecast future database requirements to align with business growth.
• Work with open-source databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) when required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field.
• 4+ years of proven experience
  in MS SQL Server Database Administration.
• Strong knowledge of both
  Linux and Windows OS environments
  .
• Expertise in
  SQL Server installation, configuration, replication, and clustering
  .
• Hands-on experience with
  backups, restores, recovery models, and DR solutions
  .
• Skilled in
  performance tuning, query optimization, and monitoring tools
  (Profiler, Performance Monitor, etc.).
• Proficient in
  T-SQL coding
  (stored procedures, functions, triggers, views, indexes).
• Familiarity with
  SSIS packages and SQL patching
  .
• Exposure to
  PostgreSQL and MySQL
  is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and incident management skills.
• Ability to prepare detailed documentation and forecast database capacity.

*Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced
Database Administrator (DBA)
to manage and optimize enterprise-grade databases hosted on cloud infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in
PostgreSQL
and
SQL Server
as primary databases, with strong working knowledge of
MySQL
and
Oracle DB *
.

The DBA will ensure database performance, security, scalability, and high availability across multiple environments.

*Key Responsibilities: *

• Administer, maintain, and optimize cloud-hosted databases (primarily on OCI).
• Perform installation, configuration, upgrades, and migrations of database systems.
• Implement and manage high availability, disaster recovery (DR), replication, and backup/recovery processes.
• Conduct performance tuning, query optimization, and capacity planning.
• Manage OCI Database Services including Autonomous DB, Exadata, and DBaaS.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts for database management and monitoring.
• Execute DR testing, and ensure compliance with business continuity standards.
• Prepare and maintain detailed technical documentation and operational procedures.
• Collaborate closely with application, infrastructure, and DevOps teams to support agile delivery.
• Monitor and enhance database security, patching, and access controls.

Requirements
*Required Skills and Expertise: *

• Proven experience (10+ years) as a Database Administrator in enterprise environments.
• Strong hands-on experience with PostgreSQL and SQL Server (primary focus).
• Working knowledge of MySQL and Oracle Database (secondary).
• In-depth knowledge of database architecture, replication, and clustering.
• Experience managing OCI Database Services (Autonomous DB, Exadata, DBaaS).
• Proficiency in backup/recovery, DR strategy, and high-availability solutions.
• Strong skills in performance tuning and query optimization.
• Proficient in automation scripting (Python, Shell, PowerShell, etc.).
• Excellent documentation and communication skills.

*Preferred Qualifications: *

• OCI Certified Database Professional or equivalent cloud certification.
• Experience with CI/CD database deployment pipelines.
• Familiarity with monitoring tools (Grafana, Prometheus, OEM, etc.).

Company Description

RMG | مجموعة ريناد المجد (لتقنية المعلومات) is a leading IT Systems Integrator in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. With strategic partnerships with world-class technology vendors and a solid service infrastructure, RMG is well positioned to lead the IT service industry in the Middle East. The company offers a full spectrum of services, including IT consultations, information technology solutions, professional training, graphic design, and e-marketing solutions. RMG has successfully provided innovative solutions to customers in the GCC, Middle East, and South Africa, focusing on enhancing efficiency and customer satisfaction. Our mission is to enable the best business results through ideas, people, and technology.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Database Administrator, located in Riyadh. The Database Administrator will be responsible for managing, maintaining, and optimizing databases. Day-to-day tasks include database design, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring data replication and integrity. The role also involves collaborating with other IT professionals to ensure seamless database integration and performance.

Qualifications

• Skills in Database Administration and managing databases
• Experience in Database Design and data structure optimization
• Strong Troubleshooting skills and the ability to diagnose and resolve database issues
• Knowledge of Replication and ensuring data consistency across systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an on-site environment
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• Experience in the IT industry is a plus
• fluent in Arabic.

Database Administrator (DBA)

Location: Riyadh – On-site

Salary: 24,000 SAR

Responsibilities:

• Administer and maintain company databases.
• Monitor performance, security, and backups.
• Troubleshoot and ensure high availability.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of hands-on experience with Oracle and SQL Server databases.
• Strong expertise in database performance tuning, backup/recovery strategies, and security.

Benefits:

• Excellent salary.
• Health insurance and additional perks.
• Work with advanced technologies.
• preferable to be his nationality Saudi

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ﷼24,000.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Riyadh: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

• What is your notice period in days ?
• Where do you live ?

Experience:

• database Admin : 10 years (Required)

1. Job Purpose

The Database & Middleware Administrator Lead is responsible for supervising all technical and administrative tasks related to database systems, middleware platforms, and MS SQL Server environments. This role ensures the stability, performance, and security of the data infrastructure while aligning IT systems with the company's business objectives. The position involves evaluating new technologies, deploying solutions, and leading multiple projects to support ongoing operational requirements.

2. Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

• Oversee and manage all databases and middleware applications to meet current and future business requirements.
• Set standards, procedures, and communication protocols for effective team collaboration and system administration.
• Develop and implement strategies for database security, maintenance, backup, and archiving.
• Lead the design and development of data warehouses, including data modeling and analytics support.
• Administer, support, and maintain middleware platforms to enable seamless integration between enterprise applications.
• Provide expert guidance on database architecture, administration, performance tuning, and high availability solutions.
• Plan and manage the technical architecture of database and application environments, ensuring alignment with high availability and disaster recovery standards.
• Lead the deployment of database and middleware systems, ensuring configurations meet performance and business goals.
• Monitor deployed systems for optimal performance, ensuring proper functioning and resolution of issues.
• Review and evaluate departmental technology requests, assign tasks, and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Conduct regular system diagnostics, analyze health reports, and implement corrective actions.
• Advise users and stakeholders on best practices for system development, integration, and process enhancements.
• Conduct root cause analysis of system issues and implement long-term solutions.
• Establish and enforce best practices for database backup, disaster recovery, and security across all application tiers.
• Ensure compliance with service level agreements (SLAs), project timelines, and IT governance standards.

3. Qualifications, Experience, and Skills

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in database administration and middleware platforms.

Technical Skills

-
Proficiency in Oracle database administration, including SQL, PL/SQL, RMAN, Data Guard, Backup & Recovery, and performance tuning tools.

-Proficiency in MS SQL Server administration, including T-SQL, Always On Availability Groups, Backup & Recovery, and performance monitoring tools.

-Strong understanding of database architecture, design principles, and data modeling.

-Experience with database security best practices and compliance.

-Familiarity with operating systems (e.g., Linux, Windows Server) and networking concepts.

-Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

-Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Certifications
(Preferred but not required)

• Oracle Certified Professional (OCP)
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate
• ITIL Certification or equivalent

Your key responsibilities will include installing, configuring, and maintaining database management systems, performing regular backups, and troubleshooting issues that arise in the database environment. You will also collaborate with developers and IT staff to support applications and data analytics initiatives.

• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Database Administrator or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of database management systems such as Oracle, MySQL, SQL Server, or PostgreSQL.
• Experience with database performance tuning, backup, and recovery.
• Familiarity with data modeling, indexing, and query optimization techniques.
• Knowledge of security principles and experience implementing permissions, roles, and access controls.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.