20 Database Administrator jobs in Qatar

• Design and implement database architecture hybrid environments (on-premises and multi-cloud optimal performance and high availability (e.g., SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL).
• Installation and configuration of database management system configured for optimal operation in line with organization policies. (Data Centers, Azure. GCP)
• Manage centralized and distributed database systems, ensuring synchronization and replication across the integrated datacenter and cloud platforms.
• Lead capacity planning, performance tuning, data lifecycle management, backup, and disaster recovery planning.
• Support databases used in sports venues, clubs, and sports event operations ensuring high availability and resilience.
• Oversee the performance of database services, adjust parameters, and pinpoint any bottlenecks affecting overall database performance.
• Ensure the databases of all organizations maintain high availability, integrity, backup, recovery, and compliance with security policies.
• Oversee user roles, permissions, and security at the database level.
• Implement data protection measures such as encryption, masking, and auditing.
• Track and address security breaches or vulnerabilities.
• Monitor growth patterns and forecast future database storage requirements.
• Automate routine tasks using scripting languages like PowerShell, Bash, and Python.
• Perform regular audits to maintain data integrity and security.
• Plan and execute strategies for high availability, disaster recovery, and business continuity.
• Keep documentation updated regarding database configurations, processes, and procedures.
• Conduct a thorough investigation and diagnosis of the incident by analyzing the sequence of events.
• Assess the overall impact of the incident, including the number and diversity of users affected.
• Assess the overall impact of the incident, including the number and diversity of users affected.
• Review previous Incident / Problem Records, Known Error Databases, and Error Logs from manufacturers or suppliers for relevant information.
• Maintain communication with all relevant stakeholders until the incident is fully resolved.
• Implement and test the proposed resolution.
• Provide Level 2 and Level 3 support for escalated database and related infrastructure issues and work in partnership with service providers and vendors to address ongoing challenges.
• Root Cause Analysis - investigate and identify the root causes of persistent database issues such as performance decline, unsuccessful backups, and locking or blocking problems.
• Trend Analysis - Analyze trends in database alerts, logs, incidents, and performance metrics. Leverage this data to forecast possible failures and address vulnerabilities proactively.
• Fix implementation - Create and implement sustainable solutions to address underlying issues, and apply and evaluate patches, hotfixes, or upgrades.
• Incident Review - Analyze incidents to differentiate between symptoms and underlying causes. Suggest infrastructure modifications as necessary (such as increased memory, enhanced IOPS capacity, or updated drivers). Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) and knowledge base articles to minimize recurring problems.

Change Management :

• Change impact analysis - Evaluate the effects of suggested modifications on database performance, availability, dependencies, and data integrity.
• Communication - Notify the appropriate teams, including application developers, infrastructure personnel, DevOps, and business units. Attend Change Advisory Board meetings for approval, if necessary.
• Change Testing - Conduct comprehensive unit, integration, and performance testing. Record all test outcomes and revise the change ticket as necessary.
• Change deployment - Implement the modification within a sanctioned maintenance period. Continuously observe logs and system performance in real-time throughout and following the deployment.
• Rollback procedure - Establish and evaluate a well-defined rollback strategy in the event of a failure and ensure that backups or snapshots are created prior to implementing any changes.
• Post implementation review - Perform a Post-Implementation Review (PIR) to evaluate the results and document any incidents or unforeseen outcomes

8+ years experience in database administration both in data center and cloud (azure / gcp)

Handson experience in SQL Server (must), PostgreSQL, MySQL and Oracle deployment and administration in Data Center, Azure and GCP. SQL AlwaysOn implementation, configuration and support in Data Center, Azure GCP. Distributed Availability Group implementation, configuration and support.

High Availability configuration of PaaS database services in Azure and GCP.

Strong background in Windows Failover Clustering

Active Directory Configuration for SQL Server configuration

Education :

Bachelor of Information Technology

Certifications :

Certification in following technologies are required :

• Google Professional Data EngineerDatabase Management, SQL, Performance Tuning

Required Skillset :

Strong understanding of ITIL framework and experience working in incident, problem, and change-controlled environments and more.

• In-depth knowledge of Active Directory, DNS, Windows Servers, Office 365, VxRail, Windows DHCP, Storage, Networking, NSX, Virtualization (VMware), Server Patching, and Azure Cloud Administration.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong understanding of hybrid cloud architectures and integration

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced
Oracle Database Administrator (DBA)
with proven leadership abilities to oversee database operations and lead a team of DBAs. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining highly available, secure, and scalable Oracle database environments while mentoring and guiding the database team to deliver excellent support and solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical (Hands-On) Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain Oracle database servers (versions 12c, 19c, and beyond).
• Manage Oracle RAC, Data Guard, GoldenGate, ASM, and RMAN backup/recovery strategies.
• Perform database performance tuning, query optimization, and troubleshooting.
• Administer Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM) for proactive monitoring and alerting.
• Implement high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) solutions.
• Ensure database security through user access management, encryption, and patching.
• Plan and execute database migrations, upgrades, and capacity planning.
• Collaborate with development teams for schema design, PL/SQL programming, and performance reviews.
• Develop automation scripts (Shell, Python, Ansible, etc.) for operational efficiency.

Leadership & Team Management Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of DBAs (Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, etc. as applicable).
• Assign tasks, set goals, and conduct regular performance reviews for team members.
• Establish and enforce database administration standards, policies, and best practices.
• Coordinate with application, infrastructure, and project teams for database-related needs.
• Drive database strategy, architecture improvements, and roadmap planning.
• Ensure compliance with IT governance, security, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide 24/7 support for mission-critical systems (on-call rotation management).
• Manage vendor relationships, licenses, and support contracts for database technologies.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 12+ years
  of experience as an Oracle DBA, with at least
  2–3 years in a team lead role
  .
• Strong expertise in:
• Oracle RAC, Data Guard, ASM, and RMAN.
• OEM (Oracle Enterprise Manager) and database monitoring.
• Backup/restore strategies, disaster recovery planning.
• Performance tuning and troubleshooting.
• Experience with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI).
• Familiarity with other RDBMS (SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL) is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) or Oracle Certified Master (OCM).
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Excellent documentation and reporting skills.

Key Attributes:

• Proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
• Ability to lead under pressure in mission-critical environments.
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills.

Requirements: -

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field.

• Minimum of 5+ years proven experience as SQL Database Administrator.

• Expertise in Microsoft SQL Server, query optimization, and performance tuning.

• Knowledge of high availability solutions, backup, and disaster recovery.

• Strong English communication skills (reading/writing/speaking).

Responsibilities: -

Responsible for managing, maintaining, and securing SQL Server databases, ensuring maximum performance, availability, and reliability of critical business applications.
• Manage, configure, and maintain SQL Server databases and related processes.
• Monitor and ensure database system health, performance, and availability.
• Guarantee security, sustainability, and high levels of performance for all database systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve real-time issues related to database performance and operations.
• Provide recommendations and implement solutions for optimizing database performance.
• Refine and automate routine processes, document system changes, and maintain accurate records.
• Support developers in query optimization, schema refinement, and application integration.
• Provide 24/7 support for critical production systems, ensuring minimal downtime.
• Perform scheduled maintenance, upgrades, and release deployment activities outside business hours.
• Manage Disaster Recovery (DR) site operations including failover and failback processes.

Overview

• Manage and optimize databases within ICT systems for sports facilities and venues, ensuring data integrity and availability during both mega sports events and non-event periods.
• Design and implement hybrid database architectures across on-premises and multi-cloud environments (Azure, GCP) using SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL.
• Install, configure, and maintain database management systems for optimal performance and compliance with organizational policies.
• Oversee centralized and distributed database systems, ensuring synchronization, replication, and high availability across datacenter and cloud platforms.
• Lead capacity planning, performance tuning, and data lifecycle management, including backup and disaster recovery strategies.
• Support databases utilized in sports venues and events, ensuring resilience and high availability for critical applications.
• Monitor database performance, troubleshoot bottlenecks, and ensure compliance with security policies and best practices.
• Manage user roles, permissions, and implement data protection measures such as encryption, masking, and auditing.
• Automate routine database operations using scripting languages (PowerShell, Bash, Python).
• Perform regular audits to maintain data integrity, security, and compliance.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of database configurations, processes, and procedures.
• Conduct incident management, including investigation, impact assessment, stakeholder communication, resolution, and providing Level 2 / 3 support.
• Lead problem management activities such as root cause analysis, trend analysis, fix implementation, and SOP development.
• Oversee change management processes : impact analysis, communication, testing, deployment, rollback planning, and post-implementation review.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, service providers, and vendors to resolve database and infrastructure issues.
• Ensure high availability configurations (e.g., SQL AlwaysOn, Distributed Availability Groups, PaaS services) in both data center and cloud environments.
• Manage Windows Server administration, Active Directory configuration, and integration with database services.
• Demonstrate strong troubleshooting and analytical skills, with the ability to resolve complex technical issues.
• Possess deep knowledge of ITIL processes, hybrid cloud architectures, and integration.
• Hold relevant certifications (e.g., Azure Database Administrator Associate, Google Professional Data Engineer).
• Exhibit excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.

• 8+ years' experience in database administration (data center and cloud environments).
• Expertise in SQL Server (must), PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, and hybrid cloud platforms.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field.
• Required certifications in Azure and Google database / cloud technologies.
• Strong background in Windows Failover Clustering, Active Directory, and related IT infrastructure.

About the Role

Position:
Senior Oracle DBA Consultant
–
Cloud Migration & Operations

Duration:
12 Months (Extendable)

Location:
Doha,Qatar

Experience Required:
12+ years

Client Domain:
Government Entity

Company:
HyperThink Systems Pvt Ltd

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) Consultant to lead and support database migrations to the cloud and manage cloud-based DBA operations. The ideal candidate will possess deep Oracle expertise and proven experience in cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure – OCI).

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end Oracle database migrations to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, OCI, GCP).
• Design, implement, and optimize cloud-native database architectures.
• Provide ongoing cloud-based DBA operations support, including backup/recovery, patching, and performance tuning.
• Collaborate with application teams to ensure seamless database integration and minimal downtime.
• Configure and manage HA/DR solutions (e.g., Data Guard, GoldenGate).
• Automate routine DBA tasks using scripting (Shell, Python, etc.) and Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).
• Monitor cloud resources, optimize performance, and manage cost-effective cloud usage.
• Ensure compliance with security and governance standards for cloud databases.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 8+ years of Oracle DBA experience with strong fundamentals.
• Hands-on experience with Oracle 12c/19c and above in Linux/Unix environments.
• Proven expertise in cloud database migrations (at least one major cloud provider).
• Solid understanding of cloud database services: RDS, Oracle Autonomous DB, etc.
• Experience with Oracle RAC, ASM, Data Guard, RMAN, and GoldenGate.
• Proficient in SQL tuning, query optimization, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with automation/scripting tools and CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with ITIL or operational best practices for cloud environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) – Database Administration.
• Experience with multi-cloud environments.
• Knowledge of Kubernetes, Docker, or containerized DB deployments.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices in a DBA context.

Soft Skills:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with other databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server) in cloud environments.

Familiarity with database refactoring, modernization, or re-platforming initiatives