Job Description
Roles & Responsibilities
We are looking for an Omani Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) to join our team. As the DBA he will be responsible for system analysis, design, database development, and implementation based on business needs. The DBA will perform requirements analysis, full life-cycle development of server and client software, perform unit testing, and create documentation as well as will interpret project requirements and implement the database according to the business specifications.
Duties and Responsibilities
Operational:
- install, configure, and upgrade database software and systems.
- Monitor database performance and optimize SQL queries for efficiency.
- Manage database backups, ensuring successful and timely completion, and ensure recovery procedures are followed.
- Manage user access, permissions, and security settings to maintain the confidentiality and integrity of data.
- Perform database tuning and troubleshooting to optimize database performance.
- Design and implement data backup and disaster recovery plans.
- Perform database patch management to ensure systems are up to date.
- Ensure the security of the databases and perform regular security audits.
- Provide technical support for database-related incidents and resolve issues in a timely manner.
- Maintain and enforce best practices for database management.
- Regularly review and analyze database logs and performance metrics.
- Provide recommendations for improving database processes, security, and operations.
- Communicate with the finance team to get package for contracts renewal and Management and Reporting the contract for renewal
- Working to set an annual plan for developing the database section.
- Perform database migrations, upgrades, and data migration tasks.
- Work with the development team to support new system and application implementations.
- Maintain up-to-date documentation on database architecture, procedures, and best practices.
KEY INTERACTIONS
- Internal: All internal department As part of day-to-day activities
- External: External vendors and consultants As part of day-to-day activities
- Level of external interaction: This position requires medium level of external interactions
MINIMUM EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
- Education: Bachelor s degree in relevant discipline.
- Experience: 5 to 8 years of relevant experience
- Special Skills & Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of operating systems, server administration, storage technologies, and network protocols. Strong understanding of IT service management (ITSM) principles and methodologies (e.g., ITIL). Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills. Customer-centric approach with a commitment to delivering high-quality service. Ability to lead and motivate a team, fostering a collaborative work environment. Strong technical communication skills and a thorough understanding of database architecture
- Business Understanding: This position requires a medium level of business understanding
Desired Candidate Profile
- Education: Bachelor s degree in relevant discipline.
- Experience: 5 to 8 years of relevant experience
- Special Skills & Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of operating systems, server administration, storage technologies, and network protocols. Strong understanding of IT service management (ITSM) principles and methodologies (e.g., ITIL). Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills. Customer-centric approach with a commitment to delivering high-quality service. Ability to lead and motivate a team, fostering a collaborative work environment. Strong technical communication skills and a thorough understanding of database architecture
- Business Understanding: This position requires a medium level of business understanding