Senior Database Administrator

About the role

The Senior Database Administrator will join MobiMind’s on‑site team in Jal El Dib, designing, implementing and maintaining the database platforms that power our solutions. You will ensure high availability, optimal performance and data integrity across all environments while collaborating closely with development and operations teams.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor and analyse database performance, optimise queries and resolve deadlocks.
• Design, implement and maintain enterprise‑level database systems.
• Manage backups, disaster‑recovery plans and replication setups.
• Enforce database security, compliance and industry best practices.
• Troubleshoot complex database issues and provide timely resolutions.
• Support application development and deployment together with developers and sysadmins.
• Lead upgrades, migrations and modernization initiatives.
• Document configurations, processes and standards.
• Mentor junior DBAs and promote knowledge sharing.
• Continuously improve data‑related processes for scalability and reliability.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or equivalent practical experience.
• 7+ years of database administration experience with large‑scale systems.
• Proven ability to work on‑site and handle occasional off‑hours maintenance.
• Strong collaboration skills with cross‑functional teams.

Required skills

• SQL Server
• PostgreSQL
• SQL, indexing strategies and query optimisation
• Database clustering, replication and failover (high‑availability solutions)
• Backup, recovery and disaster‑recovery planning
• Data modelling and schema design
• Database security best practices
• AI tools for SQL performance monitoring (strong asset)

What we offer

• A dynamic and creative work environment.
• Opportunities to work on diverse projects.
• Professional growth and skill development.