About the Role: Responsibilities, Skills, and Requirements
Introduction
Thinking about taking your database expertise to the next level in one of the Middle East’s technology hubs? Our IT team in Dubai Internet City is looking for a dedicated DBA (Database Administrator) to help us keep our data infrastructure running smoothly and securely. With a competitive salary, enviable benefits, and the buzz of Dubai tech all around, this is more than just a job — it's a real opportunity to grow alongside a dynamic industry.
About the Company
We’re an established recruitment company with a solid footprint in Dubai’s thriving IT market. Our client roster ranges from emerging startups to high-growth enterprises, so you’ll be exposed to a modern stack and ever-varied challenges. Our team is a mosaic of backgrounds and expertise—you’ll find that Friday lunchtimes often spark as much conversation about data security as the latest foodie hotspot in the city. We believe in investing in top talent and making tech professionals feel right at home, whether you’re new to the UAE or rooted here.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Monitoring, maintaining, and optimizing MySQL, Oracle, or SQL Server databases to ensure high availability and performance—yes, you’ll be the one everyone thanks when things just work
- Implementing security and backup solutions, including regular testing and disaster recovery planning (because hope isn’t a strategy)
- Troubleshooting database issues — from slow queries to unexpected downtime — and acting fast to resolve bottlenecks
- Collaborating with software developers and network teams to advise on best data architecture practices
- Managing database installations, upgrades, and patches, while documenting procedures and key changes for future reference
- Assisting with data migration projects as the company grows and adapts
- Regularly reporting on database health and usage — your insights will drive company data policies forward
What You’ll Bring
Must-Haves:
- 2+ years of experience as a database administrator (this is not your first rodeo)
- Professional experience with at least one mainstream DBMS (Oracle, MySQL, SQL Server, etc.)
- Solid understanding of data backup, restore, and recovery processes
- Proficiency in database scripting, performance tuning, and security protocols
- Currently residing in the UAE (we can’t process overseas applications, sorry!)
- Willingness to work onsite in Dubai Internet City
Nice-to-Haves:
- Experience handling large-scale or mission-critical databases
- Knowledge of database automation and monitoring tools
- Comfort working in a multi-cultural, fast-paced team
- Certifications in major database platforms (a big plus, but not a dealbreaker)
Not sure you tick every box? We’d still love to hear from you.
Why You’ll Love Working Here (Benefits & Perks)
- Competitive salary between AED 7,000 to 10,000
- Two-year UAE residency visa so you can truly settle in
- Full health insurance—your well-being matters to us
- Free housing and transportation—no need to stress over long commutes or rent hikes
- Hands-on experience with modern tech infrastructure and real career progression opportunities
- You’ll be working at the heart of Dubai’s innovation corridor, surrounded by global talent and endless professional growth possibilities
We value the work–life balance and the sense of adventure that comes with building your career in Dubai Internet City. If you’re seeking a role where your technical skills are respected and your efforts drive real impact, this is the place to be!
Common Interview Questions and Tips
To help you prepare and feel confident, here are some questions you might encounter during the interview process for this role.
- Can you walk us through your experience managing MySQL, Oracle, or SQL Server databases in a live production environment? What specific tools and techniques have you found most effective for keeping them highly available and performant?
- Describe a challenging database issue you’ve had to troubleshoot—what was your approach to identifying the root cause and how did you resolve it?
- What best practices do you follow when implementing database security measures and planning backup and disaster recovery strategies?
- In your past roles, how have you collaborated with software development or network teams to advise on data architecture or integration challenges?
- How do you typically handle database installations, upgrades, and applying patches to ensure minimal disruption and maximum reliability?
- Tell us about your experience with database performance tuning. Which metrics or signals do you prioritize, and how do you address slow-running queries?
- Have you participated in complex data migration projects before? What’s your process for ensuring data integrity and continuity throughout?
- If you joined our team, how would you approach documenting database changes and procedures so others can easily follow or audit your work?
- Describe a time you needed to quickly adapt to a new technology or tool related to database administration. How did you get up to speed, and what was the outcome?
- Imagine a sudden database outage affecting a key business system—how would you communicate with stakeholders and coordinate the recovery process under pressure?
- How do you stay updated with industry trends, especially regarding database security, automation, or monitoring technologies?
- Working in a multicultural and fast-paced team like ours can be both exciting and challenging. How do you handle communication when opinions or working styles differ from your own?
- What motivates you to work in Dubai’s competitive tech scene, and how do you see yourself contributing to a diverse team environment?
- We value adventurous, growth-oriented professionals. Can you share an example of how you’ve taken initiative to improve processes, either in your team or for a previous employer?