Database Specialist (SQL Specialist)

Experts Plus Recruitment Services

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Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates on site Until 8/21/2026 8+ years exp First posted March 18, 2026 Last posted March 18, 2026
Job description

Job Summary:
The Database Officer will be responsible for managing, maintaining, and optimizing the organization’s SQL databases. This role requires a highly skilled professional who can ensure database security, performance, and integrity while supporting business needs.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, implement, and maintain SQL databases to meet organizational requirements.
  • Monitor database performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure high availability.
  • Manage database backup, recovery, and disaster recovery plans.
  • Ensure data security, privacy, and integrity through proper access controls and encryption.
  • Collaborate with IT teams to optimize database queries and improve system efficiency.
  • Create and maintain documentation, including data dictionaries and procedures.

Benefits

Qualifications & Skills:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
  • 8–12 years of experience in SQL database administration and development.
  • Strong expertise in Microsoft SQL Server (or equivalent SQL platforms).
  • Knowledge of database security, backup, and recovery solutions.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
About this role

Summary

Manage, optimize, and secure SQL databases supporting organizational needs.

Job title

Database Specialist (SQL Specialist)

Experience level

8+ years

Minimum experience

8+ years exp

Industry

software

Location requirements

Dubai, remote work not specified

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

SQLdatabase securitybackuprecoveryperformance tuning

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

SQLdatabase securityperformance optimizationbackup and recovery
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Dubai - United Arab Emirates

On-site City