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Tabby is a fintech company reshaping how people shop, earn, and save. With over 25 million users and $18 billion in annual transaction volume, Tabby is the largest and fastest-growing fintech in the GCC region. The company has raised over $1 billion in funding and is valued at $6.5 billion.
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 will include ensuring database integrity and security through robust backup and recovery procedures, implementing and managing disaster recovery and failover systems, and monitoring database performance to identify optimization opportunities.
You will optimize database queries for performance, collaborate with development teams to enhance database usage patterns, and implement high-availability strategies such as replication, clustering, and mirroring. You'll work with tools like PgBouncer and modern monitoring systems, staying current with the latest database technologies and best practices. This is a hands-on technical role where you'll tackle challenging infrastructure problems and drive measurable improvements in reliability and performance.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Proven hands-on experience with PostgreSQL (required), including 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 such as Bash, Python, or Go
- Familiarity with modern DevOps practices, including Kubernetes, Terraform, and Helm
- Strong problem-solving skills and excellent communication abilities
- Professional proficiency in English (B2 level or higher)
PLUS (preferred):
- Experience with ClickHouse
- Experience managing DBaaS solutions on cloud platforms (GCP or AWS)
- Experience migrating large databases across cloud platforms
- Experience with real-time data streaming technologies such as Debezium or Flink
- Relevant certifications or formal training in database management
