Senior Database Administrator

Job description / Role

Description

Advansys is a dynamic solutions provider focused on delivering smart, modular, and sustainable technology solutions that enhance operations, improve customer experiences, and drive business modernization. With over 400 skilled engineers, we serve 100+ enterprise customers across 14 countries. Specialized in a wide array of premium services including business automation, industrial digitization, low code development, cloud services, warehouse automation, and strategic outsourcing.

Founded in 2014, Advansys is part of the INTRO Group, a private conglomerate established in 1980 with diverse investments across different business areas, oil and gas, real estate, specialized engineering, financial investment, food, and manufacturing.

We are seeking a highly skilled senior database administrator with strong expertise in Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, and Azure database administration. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, securing, and optimizing enterprise-grade database systems across on-premises and cloud environments. This role requires hands-on experience in performance tuning, high availability, disaster recovery, and data governance.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

Oracle Database Administration
Administer, configure, and optimize Oracle databases in production and development environments. Perform database upgrades, patches, migrations, and backup/restore operations. Implement and maintain Oracle RAC, Data Guard, ASM, and RMAN strategies. Monitor performance and execute tuning (SQL tuning, indexing strategies, query optimization). Ensure database security, compliance, and role-based access control.

Microsoft SQL Server Database Administration
Install, configure, and maintain SQL Server instances across multiple environments. Manage Always On Availability Groups, clustering, replication, and failover setups. Perform database capacity planning, monitoring, and troubleshooting. Optimize database performance through indexing, partitioning, and query tuning. Execute scheduled maintenance, backups, and recovery procedures.

Azure Database Administration
Deploy, manage, and optimize Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and SQL VM workloads. Implement cloud-based high availability, geo-replication, and disaster recovery solutions. Monitor cost, performance, and security using Azure Monitor, Azure Advisor, and Azure Security Center. Design and execute cloud migration strategies (IaaS & PaaS). Manage identity, encryption, auditing, and access governance in Azure.

Qualifications & Certifications

• Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) – Required
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate – Required
• Microsoft Certified: SQL Server Database Administrator – Required

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of PL/SQL, T-SQL, indexing, and optimization techniques.
• Experience with backup tools (RMAN, SQL Server Backup, Azure Recovery Services Vault).
• Solid understanding of data modeling, schema design, and replication technologies.
• Familiarity with automation tools (PowerShell, Bash, Python).
• Understanding of networking, storage systems, and security best practices.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, mission-critical environments.
• Strong ownership and accountability mindset.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Hybrid working model (office + remote flexibility).
• Continuous learning opportunities and professional development.
• Exposure to enterprise-grade technologies and global clients.
• Collaborative, growth-oriented work culture.
• Health and social insurance coverage.
• Career advancement within Egypt’s leading digital transformation hub.