01Overview
Description
We are seeking a highly skilled MongoDB Database Engineer (DBA) to support the Everyday Banking UAE Tribe. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing, maintaining, and optimizing database environments, with a primary focus on MongoDB and secondary expertise in PostgreSQL.
This role requires solid hands-on experience in database administration, performance tuning, and production support within enterprise-scale environments.
Key Responsibilities
Provision, configure, and manage MongoDB databases in production and non-production settings
Perform database cloning, backups, restores, and migrations
Support applications with database-related activities and troubleshooting
Create and manage database users, roles, and access controls
Monitor database performance and implement tuning strategies
Ensure high availability, scalability, and reliability of database systems
Implement MongoDB best practices including indexing, replication, and sharding
Support PostgreSQL database operations as a secondary responsibility
Collaborate with DevOps, application teams, and infrastructure teams for deployments and issue resolution
Maintain documentation for database configurations and processes
Required Skills & Qualifications
Robust hands-on experience with MongoDB (Primary Skill)
Good working knowledge of PostgreSQL (Secondary Skill)
Deep understanding of MongoDB architecture (replica sets, sharding, clusters)
Experience in database provisioning, configuration, and administration
Expertise in performance tuning and query optimization
Knowledge of backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies
Familiarity with Linux/Unix environments
Experience with monitoring tools and automation is a plus
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in banking or financial services domain
Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Experience
4+ years of relevant experience in database engineering/administration .
