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About Lucidya

Lucidya is one of the fastest-growing SaaS startups in the world & the leading social media analytics tool geared towards the Arabic language. By leveraging AI, Machine Learning & big data technologies, we are on a mission of helping businesses in the MENA region to understand and better serve their customers using our Media & Customer Intelligence products.

About Lucidya

Lucidya is one of the fastest-growing SaaS startups in the world & the leading social media analytics tool geared towards the Arabic language. By leveraging AI, Machine Learning & big data technologies, we are on a mission of helping businesses in the MENA region to understand and better serve their customers using our Media & Customer Intelligence products.

With an HQ in Riyadh and offices in different countries in the world, we are funded by the most reputable investors in the region and scaling rapidly to meet the increasing demand for our products.

Come and join the startup that has been named by World Economic Forum as one the most promising startups in the MENA region . be part of the history we are making.

Purpose

As a Database Administrator (DBA), you will make sure that production databases are up and running smoothly 24/7. Your main goal is to provide a seamless flow of information throughout Lucidya services by maximizing the product uptime. We expect you to learn fast how our system is designed and to adapt fast to changing technologies where you will be exposed to a complex environment that includes several database systems such as: MySQL, PostgreSQL, Cassandra, ElasticSearch, etc. Lucidya offers a result-driven, fun, and dynamic environment full of challenges. Apply only if scale and complexity excite you.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Manage database roles and privileges
• Determine, enforce and document database policies, procedures and standards
• Install, build, configure and tune database systems and carry out capacity planning
• Use high-speed transaction recovery techniques and backup data
• Minimize database downtime and manage parameters to provide fast query responses
• Provide proactive and reactive data management support and training to other developers
• Perform tests and evaluations regularly to ensure data security, privacy and integrity
• Monitor database performance, implement changes and apply new patches and versions when required
• Diagnose and troubleshoot database errors
• Be available for on-call support as needed
• Contribute to the growth of Lucidya through interviewing, on-boarding, or other recruitment efforts
• Consult team members on secure coding practices
• Develop a familiarity with new tools and best practices
• Preparing disaster recovery plans
  
  

• BA/BS or Masters degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT or equivalent practical
• Hands-on experience in administering and maintaining SQL and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, etc.)
• Experience with managed Cloud Services (i.e., AWS and Azure)
• Strong background in Unix/Linux operating systems and have shell scripting skills
  
  

• Excellent knowledge of data backup, recovery, security, integrity and SQL
• Up-to-date with trends and developments in database administration
• Familiarity with database design, documentation and coding
• Ability to multi-task and adapt to shifting priorities, demands, and tight timelines
• Problem solving skills and ability to think algorithmically
• Fluent in Arabic & English
• Excellent written, oral communication, and interpersonal skills
• Background in installing, configuring, managing ElasticSearch
• Background in installing, configuring, managing Redis
• Background in installing, configuring, managing Cassandra
• Professional certifications in Unix/Linux administration
• Professional certifications in Database administration and optimization (MySQL, Oracle, etc.)

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Industries IT Services and IT Consulting

Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 21 hours ago

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Ines Partners is seeking a highly skilled Database Administrator (DBA) to join our team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
As a DBA, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the optimal performance, security, and reliability of our database systems.

1. Design, implement, and maintain database architectures and standards.
2. Perform database performance tuning and optimization.
3. Manage database backups, recovery, and security.
4. Provide technical support and troubleshooting for database-related issues.
5. Collaborate with development teams to ensure efficient data access and integration.
6. Stay up-to-date with the latest database technologies and trends.

1. Minimum 5 years of experience as a DBA, specializing in SQL and Oracle databases.
2. Strong proficiency in SQL and PL/SQL.
3. Knowledge of database administration tasks, including backups, recovery, and security.
4. Experience with database performance tuning techniques.
5. Familiarity with Linux/Unix operating systems.
6. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
7. Fluency in Arabic is essential.

Join our team and be part of a dynamic and innovative company. Apply now by emailing or visit our website for more details: .

Ines Partners is seeking a highly skilled Database Administrator (DBA) to join our team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
As a DBA, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the optimal performance, security, and reliability of our database systems.

1. Design, implement, and maintain database architectures and standards.
2. Perform database performance tuning and optimization.
3. Manage database backups, recovery, and security.
4. Provide technical support and troubleshooting for database-related issues.
5. Collaborate with development teams to ensure efficient data access and integration.
6. Stay up-to-date with the latest database technologies and trends.

1. Minimum 5 years of experience as a DBA, specializing in SQL and Oracle databases.
2. Strong proficiency in SQL and PL/SQL.
3. Knowledge of database administration tasks, including backups, recovery, and security.
4. Experience with database performance tuning techniques.
5. Familiarity with Linux/Unix operating systems.
6. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
7. Fluency in Arabic is essential.

Join our team and be part of a dynamic and innovative company. Apply now by emailing or visit our website for more details: .

” The Job Description”

1. Administer, maintain, and support PostgreSQL, MySQL, and Microsoft SQL Server databases across production, staging, and development environments.
2. Perform installation, configuration, upgrades, and patching of RDBMS systems across multiple operating systems (primarily Linux and Windows).
3. Design and implement high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) strategies including database replication, clustering, and backup validation.
4. Conduct daily monitoring, performance tuning, query optimization, and capacity planning to ensure database stability and responsiveness.
5. Execute and validate backup and recovery procedures using Veeam or native database utilities (e.g., pgBackRest, mysqldump, SQL Server Maintenance Plans).
6. Support database schema design, stored procedures, indexing, partitioning, and normalization in coordination with application and development teams.
7. Ensure data security, role-based access control, encryption, and auditing are enforced in compliance with corporate and regulatory policies.
8. Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for database configurations, procedures, standards, and support guides.
9. Automate repetitive tasks using scripting languages such as Bash, PowerShell, or Python.
10. Provide incident and problem management support, troubleshoot database-related performance or connectivity issues, and resolve root causes.
11. Assist in data migrations, replication between environments, and regular refreshes of test databases.
12. Collaborate with infrastructure, application, and DevOps teams to support seamless integration of databases with business systems and services.
13. Participate in change management processes and production rollout activities for database changes.
14. Support integration with OCI-native services, including backup, monitoring, logging, and storage.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related technical field.
• Minimum 5+ years of hands-on experience managing production-grade PostgreSQL, MySQL, and MS SQL Server databases.
• Proven experience with cloud database administration, preferably on OCI, AWS, or Azure.
• Strong track record of supporting databases for business applications (CRM, ERP, HRMS, AML, etc.).
• Advanced skills in PostgreSQL: administration, tuning, WAL archiving, replication (streaming/logical), and backup tools (pgBackRest or Barman).
• Solid experience with OCI MySQL and MySQL-compatible cloud databases: replication, configuration, and performance tuning.
• Deep knowledge of MS SQL Server, including Always On Availability Groups, SQL Agent Jobs, backups, and database maintenance plans.
• Competence in scripting (e.g., Bash, PowerShell, PL/pgSQL) for automation and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with OCI services (e.g., Compute, Block Volumes, Monitoring, VCN) and database-related configurations.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and documentation abilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities under pressure and meet strict SLAs.

Certifications (Preferred):

• PostgreSQL Certified DBA.
• Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) Certified Architect / Specialist.
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate / SQL Server DBA.
• MySQL DBA Certification.

Tagged as: AML , bash , crm. , devops , ERP , hrms , mysqldump , oci-native. , powershell , python , SQL

” The Job Description”

1. Manage, configure, and maintain Oracle Applications databases.
2. Perform database backups, recovery, and disaster recovery planning.
3. Monitor database performance and implement performance tuning measures.
4. Apply patches, updates, and upgrades to the database environment.
5. Ensure database security and compliance with organizational policies.
6. Collaborate with developers to support application development activities.
7. Resolve complex database issues and provide technical support as needed.
8. Document database configurations, procedures, and changes.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Proven experience as an Oracle Apps DBA or similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of Oracle Applications and related technologies.
• Proficiency in database administration, patch management, and performance tuning.
• Strong understanding of database security protocols.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Good communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to work closely with one of our esteemed clients known for its commitment to quality and innovation. They have chosen Dautom as their trusted partner for their upcoming projects.

Job Title: Senior DBA Progress OpenEdge

• Progress DB architecture know how
• Support progress DB
• Progress DB Replication
• Progress DB dump and load, table partitioning, table move
• Database migration
• PASOE application server creation and management
• OpenEdge management
• Progress classical AppServer maintenance
• Progress Database schema changes
• Daily task monitoring
• Should have experience for the migration from 11 to 12 version
• OpenEdge STS (authentication and authorization)
• Knowhow of all the latest features of OpenEdge database and application servers
• Progress PASOE load balancing
• Progress OpenEdge TDE
• Migration of classical AppServer to PASOE
• Should have a knowhow of the connection types of progress database
• Progress SQL know how, how to create users and how to authorize the users
• ODBC and JDBC connection know how of progress

Bachelors degree in CS or related field

5 years with minimum two years in Senior DBA position

Benefits and Perks:

• Competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options.
• Employee recognition programs and a collaborative team environment.

Progress SQL, Authentication, Authorization, Microsoft SQL Server, Architecture, Management

Job Description

As a Database Administration Manager, you will lead a team of Database Administrators and Developers, overseeing the operation and optimization of both Oracle and SQL Server platforms. You will take ownership of database performance, uptime, and best practice implementation across internal and client-facing systems. This role involves cross-functional collaboration with software development teams, setting technical standards, and advising on database architecture. You’ll also be responsible for stakeholder management, team development, and ensuring reliable and scalable database solutions that align with business goals.

Requirements

• Graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent education program with focus in Computer Sciences or related field
• 10+ years’ experience working with customers
• Outstanding troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Outstanding ability in providing instructions and to effectively work with others on the tasks
• Proficient in computer skills including but not limited to : Microsoft Office, SQL Server, Oracle, Jira, Ivanti, ZEMA etc.
• Can be a self-starter and be able to work under a stressful, fast-paced environment
• A keen learner to continually improve his / her self Ability to share knowledge and help lead the department

Arthur Lawrence is urgently looking for a Manager – Storage & Database Management for a client in Riyadh, KSA. Kindly review the job requirements below. Your immediate application will enable us to place you successfully.

1. 8+ years of experience in storage and database administration within the banking industry.
2. In-depth knowledge of enterprise storage technologies (e.g., NetApp, EMC, HPE 3PAR, Dell PowerVault, etc.).
3. Proficient in managing relational and NoSQL databases with strong knowledge of SQL, indexing, replication, and clustering.
4. Experience with backup/recovery tools (e.g., Veeam, CommVault, Veritas).
5. Hands-on experience with disaster recovery and high-availability solutions.
6. Familiarity with cloud database/storage environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) / Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate.
• ITIL Foundation certification.

Arthur Lawrence is a management and technology consulting firm providing enterprise-wide business transformation and business applications implementation services. Our in-depth technical knowledge and broad experience of working with world-class companies enable organizations to leverage our capabilities in developing winning strategies and cost-effective solutions.

We are an UN Women Empowerment Principal Signatory and are certified from the National Minority Supplier Development Council.

• Winner of Entrepreneur 360 Award (2019).
• IAOP Award; Ranked in top 100 internationally.
• Arthur Lawrence ranked within the Inc 5000 twice in 2016 and 2017 as one of the fastest-growing companies in America.
• Named one of the top ten fastest growing businesses in Houston in 2016.
• Ranked 25th in the HBJ's Fast 100 Private Companies Award in 2017.

We rely on the seven core values that we believe enable us to deliver quality for our consultants and clients: Education, Integrity, Value Creation, Collaboration, Best Client, Best People, and Stewardship.

Through strict adherence to these core values, we have achieved success beyond all documented forecasts and expectations.

Arthur Lawrence is urgently looking for a Manager – Storage & Database Management for a client in Riyadh, KSA. Kindly review the job requirements below. Your immediate application will enable us to place you successfully.

1. 8+ years of experience in storage and database administration within the banking industry.
2. In-depth knowledge of enterprise storage technologies (e.g., NetApp, EMC, HPE 3PAR, Dell PowerVault, etc.).
3. Proficient in managing relational and NoSQL databases with strong knowledge of SQL, indexing, replication, and clustering.
4. Experience with backup/recovery tools (e.g., Veeam, CommVault, Veritas).
5. Hands-on experience with disaster recovery and high-availability solutions.
6. Familiarity with cloud database/storage environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) / Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate.
• ITIL Foundation certification.

Arthur Lawrence is a management and technology consulting firm providing enterprise-wide business transformation and business applications implementation services. Our in-depth technical knowledge and broad experience of working with world-class companies enable organizations to leverage our capabilities in developing winning strategies and cost-effective solutions.

We are an UN Women Empowerment Principal Signatory and are certified from the National Minority Supplier Development Council.

• Winner of Entrepreneur 360 Award (2019).
• IAOP Award; Ranked in top 100 internationally.
• Arthur Lawrence ranked within the Inc 5000 twice in 2016 and 2017 as one of the fastest-growing companies in America.
• Named one of the top ten fastest growing businesses in Houston in 2016.
• Ranked 25th in the HBJ's Fast 100 Private Companies Award in 2017.

We rely on the seven core values that we believe enable us to deliver quality for our consultants and clients: Education, Integrity, Value Creation, Collaboration, Best Client, Best People, and Stewardship.

Through strict adherence to these core values, we have achieved success beyond all documented forecasts and expectations.