SQL Database Administrator | Saudi Arabia (KSA)

Location

Saudi Arabia (KSA)

Job Category

• Information Technology (IT) & Software
• Engineering & Technical

Job Overview

An excellent opportunity is available for an experienced SQL Database Administrator to join a leading IT organization in Saudi Arabia. This position is exclusively open to Saudi nationals and is ideal for professionals with expertise in Microsoft SQL Server, database administration, Windows Server infrastructure, and enterprise system management. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the performance, availability, security, and reliability of enterprise database environments.

As a SQL Database Administrator, you will be responsible for building, managing, and maintaining enterprise SQL databases while supporting Microsoft Windows Server infrastructure, Active Directory, and DNS services. This role offers excellent long-term career growth through exposure to enterprise IT environments, database optimization, infrastructure management, and opportunities for continuous professional development and industry-recognized certifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, administer, and maintain Microsoft SQL databases.
• Monitor database performance, availability, and overall system reliability.
• Optimize database performance through tuning and maintenance activities.
• Administer Microsoft Windows Server environments.
• Manage Active Directory and DNS services.
• Perform database backup, recovery, and disaster recovery planning.
• Ensure database security, integrity, and compliance with organizational standards.
• Troubleshoot database and server-related issues efficiently.
• Collaborate with infrastructure and application teams to support enterprise systems.
• Maintain technical documentation and implement database administration best practices.

Requirements & Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience as a SQL Database Administrator.

Technical Skills

• Strong experience in Microsoft SQL Server database development, administration, and maintenance.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Windows Server.
• Experience managing Active Directory environments.
• Strong knowledge of DNS administration.
• Database performance tuning and optimization.
• Backup, recovery, and disaster recovery planning.
• Database security and system reliability management.

Preferred Certifications

The following certifications are considered an advantage:

• Microsoft Certified certifications
• Microsoft SQL Server certifications
• Other relevant database administration certifications

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage enterprise database environments.

Salary, Benefits & Career Growth

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on enterprise-scale Microsoft database and infrastructure environments.
• Exposure to advanced SQL Server administration and Windows Server technologies.
• Collaborative and professional IT work environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to mission-critical enterprise infrastructure projects.

Career Growth

• Excellent opportunities for advancement in database administration, infrastructure engineering, and enterprise IT operations.
• Professional development through enterprise database management and Microsoft technologies.
• Opportunities to pursue advanced Microsoft and database certifications.
• Continuous learning through enterprise infrastructure and database optimization projects.

Application Process

Application Process (Website)

• Apply only through the official job link.
• Click Apply Now on the website.

Candidate Eligibility

• Nationality: Saudi Nationals only.

HR Email for Application

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