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Engineer - Database Administrator

Full time at KATIM in UAE
Posted on February 15, 2025

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About KATIM KATIM is a leader in the development of innovative secure communication products and solutions for governments and businesses. As part of the Space & Cyber Technologies cluster at EDGE, one of the world’s leading advanced technology groups, KATIM delivers trust in a world where cyber risks are a constant threat, and fulfills the increasing demand for advanced cyber capabilities by delivering robust, secure, end-to-end solutions centered on four core business units: Networks, Ultra Secure Mobile Devices, Applications, and Satellite Communications. Our talented team of cross-functional experts continually takes on new challenges. We work with the energy of a start-up yet the discipline of a large business to make solutions and products work for our customers at scale. Seeking a highly skilled and experienced DevOps Database Administrator with 7-12 years of expertise in database management, particularly with MySQL and PostgreSQL. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in database administration and demonstrate proficiency in DevOps practices, automation, and collaboration. Key Responsibilities:

  • Administer, maintain, and optimize MySQL and PostgreSQL databases.
  • Perform routine database tasks such as backups, restores, and disaster recovery procedures.
  • Implement and manage database infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools like Terraform or Ansible.
  • Develop and maintain automation scripts for database maintenance tasks.
  • Monitor database performance and proactively optimize queries for improved efficiency.
  • Implement and maintain database security measures to protect sensitive data.
  • Provide technical guidance on database-related aspects of DevOps processes.
  • Implement and manage high availability and disaster recovery solutions.
  • Develop and maintain documentation for all the database-DevOps activities.
  • Establish and maintain database monitoring systems.
Technical Skills:
  • Proficient in MySQL InnoDB Cluster setup and management.
  • Experience with deploying and maintaining EDB PostgreSQL Cluster on Kubernetes (K8s) and virtual machines (VMs).
  • Knowledge of EDB EFM (Enterprise Failover Manager), MEM (MySQL Enterprise Monitor), and PEM (PostgreSQL Enterprise Manager) for effective PostgreSQL cluster management.
  • Create and modify Ansible playbooks/roles.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
  • 7-12 years of experience as a Database Administrator.
  • Proficiency in MySQL and PostgreSQL database administration.
  • Strong understanding of database architecture, design, and optimization.
  • Experience with DevOps practices and tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, Ansible, Git, Terraform, Jenkins).
  • Scripting and automation skills (e.g., Bash).
  • Good knowledge of any popular cloud (AWS/Azure/Google).
Preferred Skills:
  • Experience with other database systems (e.g., Oracle, MongoDB).
  • Knowledge of cloud-based database solutions (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure Database).
  • Certification in MySQL or PostgreSQL administration.
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Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Computer and Network Security #J-18808-Ljbffr

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