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Tabby is a fintech platform that enables flexible payment solutions, serving over 25 million users and processing $18 billion in annual transaction volume. The company is valued at $6.5 billion and operates across the GCC region and globally.
We are seeking a Senior Database Administrator to join our Infrastructure team. You will design, construct, install, and maintain large-scale relational databases that power Tabby's growing business. Your responsibilities include:
- Design and maintain large relational databases at scale
- Ensure database integrity and security through robust backup and recovery procedures
- Implement and manage disaster recovery and failover systems
- Monitor database performance, apply patches, and manage version upgrades
- Optimize SQL queries and database usage in collaboration with development teams
- Set up and maintain database replication, clustering, mirroring, and high-availability strategies
- Work with tools like PgBouncer and modern monitoring systems
- Stay current with emerging database technologies and best practices
You will work on challenging technical problems that directly impact infrastructure reliability and performance, contributing to systems that support millions of users and billions in transaction volume.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Proven hands-on experience with PostgreSQL (required): setup, replication, upgrades, monitoring, and performance tuning
- Ability to write and optimize complex SQL queries
- Experience with backup and recovery strategies, including Point-in-Time Recovery (PITR)
- Strong understanding of database design, documentation, and development best practices
- Working knowledge of scripting/programming languages (Bash, Python, or Go)
- Experience managing DBaaS solutions on cloud platforms (GCP or AWS preferred)
- Experience migrating large databases across cloud platforms
- Familiarity with modern DevOps practices (Kubernetes, Terraform, Helm)
- Experience with real-time data streaming technologies (Debezium or Flink preferred)
- Strong problem-solving skills and excellent communication abilities
- Professional proficiency in English (B2 level or higher)
- ClickHouse experience is a plus
- Relevant certifications or formal training in database management are a plus
