Lead SQL & Oracle Database Administrator

Lead SQL & Oracle Database Administrator

Location : onsite in Riyadh

Overview

Senior-level database administrator responsible for SQL Server and Oracle environments, including performance tuning, high availability, backup / restore, and automation. Collaborates with solution architects, vendors, and application teams to ensure database reliability and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME for Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, and other database technologies.
• Manage database backup and restore functions, including scheduled DR tests and technologies such as Clustering, Replication, and Always-On.
• Participate in CAB meetings, DORM calls, escalation calls, and improvement sessions.
• Understand SQL parameter / configuration files enhancements and deep tuning.
• Participate in SQL code reviews to enforce SQL coding standards.
• Build and report on SQL environment performance and availability metrics; implement best practices to optimize performance.
• Assist in technical analysis and design for current and future projects.
• Write SQL scripts to extract data efficiently and in a timely manner.
• Install database software / features on servers as needed.
• Monitor databases for performance and issues using monitoring tools.
• Ensure all database servers meet Recovery Point Objectives (RPO) and Recovery Time Objectives (RTO).
• Collaborate with vendors and external support to provide a stable environment.
• Architect and maintain Oracle RAC, Data Guard, ASM, and backup / restore strategies.
• Lead performance tuning, patch management, and complex incident resolution.
• Manage SQL database lifecycle : EOL provisioning, migrations, upgrades.
• Ensure high availability and replication readiness across data centers.
• Maintain consistency of databases and implement automation for routine tasks using PowerShell, T-SQL, PL / SQL, Cron Jobs, and SQL Jobs.
• Ensure compliance, secure data handling, and auditing (NCA and NDMO).
• Mentor L2 Oracle / SQL engineers and interface with solution architects.

Required Skills

Nice-to-Have Skills

About DXC

DXC Technology is a leading IT services company with a focus on delivering next-generation IT services and solutions. We value collaboration, inclusion, and a people-first culture.

Why join us?

Join a Fortune 500 IT services leader with a track record of delivering mission-critical IT systems and modernizing complex environments. We support professional growth and offer an inclusive environment where colleagues can thrive.

Employment details

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — SAR 10,000.00 to SAR 15,000.00 per month

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