29 Database Systems jobs in the United Arab Emirates

We are seeking an accomplished Database and Server Administrator to join our team. This role involves managing, maintaining, and optimizing our database systems and server infrastructure.

• Install, configure, and maintain MySQL databases , including replication and clustering.
• Perform regular database backups , recovery, and performance tuning.
• Monitor and optimize query performance and database resource utilization.
• Manage user access, permissions, and database security.
• Implement high availability and disaster recovery solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Windows Server Administration :
• Install, configure, and maintain Windows Server operating systems .
• Manage Active Directory , DNS , DHCP , Group Policy , and file servers.
• Apply security patches, update, and perform system upgrades.
• Monitor server performance and ensure system availability and reliability.
• Handle server backups, disaster recovery, and incident response.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• At least 3 years of experience in MySQL database administration.
• At least 3 years of experience managing Windows Server environments.
• Proficiency with scripting for automation tasks.
• Experience with virtualization platforms is a plus.

Our team seeks a skilled System Software Engineer to develop and enhance dqlite, an innovative Raft extension for SQLite.

This position involves designing and implementing feature enhancements to the libraft, dqlite, and go-dqlite components used in MicroK8s, LXD, and other projects.

• Design and implement features across dqlite.
• Debug and resolve issues encountered by users.
• Enhance Jepsen tests, traditional HA database automated testing, and stress tests.
• Participate in code and architectural review processes.
• Engage with the open-source community and collaborate with commercial partners.

• Experience with distributed systems, preferably including Raft technology.
• Proficient C programming skills.
• Strong understanding of asynchronous programming and concurrency patterns.
• Ability to quickly learn new systems and techniques.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.

As a member of our team, you will benefit from a dynamic work environment and opportunities for growth and development.

This is a remote position available in EMEA.

You desire impactful work.

You'reRGA ready

RGA is a purpose-driven organization working to solve today's challenges through innovation and collaboration. A Fortune 500 Company and listed among itsWorld's Most Admired Companies, we're the only global reinsurance company to focus primarily on life- and health-related solutions. Join our multinational team of intelligent, motivated, and collaborative people, and help us make financial protection accessible to all.

A Brief Overview

• To ensure Middle East (ME) Treaty and Facultative business is administered appropriately and accurately in line with treaty specifications.
• To achieve RGA's goal of using both the Ira and Raptor administration systems for the ME business, as appropriate.
• The Middle East Life and Health insurance markets.

What You Will Do

Administration

• Ensure that the company's administration standards and time service requirements are applied to the handling of all business received.
• Ensure that the administration of all ME business adheres to RGA treaties.
• For your specific treaty and / or client responsibility, provide administration data for input to accounting records, valuation systems and regulatory returns.
• Specifically this will include but is not limited to the following:
• Processing of client statements. Processing files / data related to the receipt of reinsurance premiums, commissions, brokerage, and the co-ordination of claims processing with the CE Claims Administration Team, etc.
• Allocation of cash funds received and disbursed to our clients, in our core administration systems in a timely and accurate manner.
• Ensuring all incoming and outgoing files and cash are tracked and processed through to completion
• Ensure OFAC and compliance controls are carried out within the required timeframes and in a timely and accurate manner.
• Ensure month end deadlines are met. This includes working with both team colleagues and members of the wider CE Admin Operations Team as well as EMEA Finance and Valuations to ensure data can be processed in a timely and accurate manner to achieve this goal.
• Ensure administration data is provided to retrocession clients in a timely and accurate manner.
• Assist with policy exhibit calculation and upload to administration system.
• Ensure administration processes and procedures are fully documented.
• Maintain a professional and working relationship with clients, both internal and external.
• Follow up with cedants on outstanding payments.

Systems Project Work

Assist the CE& ME Administration Operations Team with the conversion of ME business onto Ira. This includes the following:

• Assist in the analysis of data and provide an understanding of the treaty wording and receipt of client and third-party data. This may be related to both premium and claims administration and will include reconciliation of accounts at the point of migration / transition.
• Working according to an agreed scheduled plan.

Assist the Raptor and Ira systems teams based in both EMEA and the U.S. This includes the following:

• Assist with any queries related to system processing
• Assist with any User Acceptance Testing of any Raptor or Ira software releases as and when required.

Reinsurance

• Maintain a good knowledge of reinsurance practices and specific RGA treaty practices as they pertain to the management and handling of transfer of risk.

Management Information

• Provide Management Information or respond to ad hoc queries.
• Provide information as required for other EMEA downstream users.

Technical

• Gain good knowledge of Life and Health Reinsurance and its implications within administration.
• Gain good understanding of client treaties, statements, premium and claims data.
• Gain good, technical knowledge of Raptor and Ira modules.
• Fully document procedures and processes.

Interactions

• Reporting to the Head of Administration Operations, CE& ME and working closely with other members of the CE& ME and Toronto Administration teams.
• During any migrations work or systems releases, work closely with the Raptor and Ira Subject Matter Experts / Business Analysts.
• Work closely with other EMEA downstream users, such as Finance and Valuations.

Qualifications& Experience

• At least 3-year experience in health or life insurance/reinsurance, preferably in the GCC market
• Good knowledge of Life& Health insurance/reinsurance products. Prefer candidates with experience in life insurance or reinsurance markets.
• Strong accounting / financial background.
• Good understanding of, and proficient in, MS Excel.
• Must have the ability to organize and manage own time.
• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with employees at all levels and across different departments
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Desire to maintain a professional and working relationship with internal stakeholders.
• Ability to contribute to the team building spirit with the company.

What you can expect from RGA:

• Gain valuable knowledge from and experience with diverse, caring colleagues around the world.
• Enjoy a respectful, welcoming environment that fosters individuality and encourages pioneering thought.
• Join the bright and creative minds of RGA, and experience vast, endless career potential.

You desire impactful work.

You're
RGA ready
RGA is a purpose-driven organization working to solve today's challenges through innovation and collaboration. A Fortune 500 Company and listed among its
World's Most Admired Companies
, we're the only global reinsurance company to focus primarily on life- and health-related solutions. Join our multinational team of intelligent, motivated, and collaborative people, and help us make financial protection accessible to all.

A Brief Overview

• To ensure Middle East (ME) Treaty and Facultative business is administered appropriately and accurately in line with treaty specifications.
• To achieve RGA's goal of using both the Ira and Raptor administration systems for the ME business, as appropriate.
• The Middle East Life and Health insurance markets.

What You Will Do
Administration

• Ensure that the company's administration standards and time service requirements are applied to the handling of all business received.
• Ensure that the administration of all ME business adheres to RGA treaties.
• For your specific treaty and / or client responsibility, provide administration data for input to accounting records, valuation systems and regulatory returns.

• Specifically this will include but is not limited to the following

• Processing of client statements. Processing files / data related to the receipt of reinsurance premiums, commissions, brokerage, and the co-ordination of claims processing with the CE&ME Claims Administration Team, etc.

• Allocation of cash funds received and disbursed to our clients, in our core administration systems in a timely and accurate manner.

• Ensuring all incoming and outgoing files and cash are tracked and processed through to completion

• Ensure OFAC and compliance controls are carried out within the required timeframes and in a timely and accurate manner.

• Ensure month end deadlines are met. This includes working with both team colleagues and members of the wider CE&ME Admin Operations Team as well as EMEA Finance and Valuations to ensure data can be processed in a timely and accurate manner to achieve this goal.
• Ensure administration data is provided to retrocession clients in a timely and accurate manner.
• Assist with policy exhibit calculation and upload to administration system.
• Ensure administration processes and procedures are fully documented.
• Maintain a professional and working relationship with clients, both internal and external.
• Follow up with cedants on outstanding payments.

Systems Project Work
Assist the CE & ME Administration Operations Team with the conversion of ME business onto Ira. This includes the following

• Assist in the analysis of data and provide an understanding of the treaty wording and receipt of client and third-party data. This may be related to both premium and claims administration and will include reconciliation of accounts at the point of migration / transition.
• Working according to an agreed scheduled plan.

Assist the Raptor and Ira systems teams based in both EMEA and the U.S. This includes the following

• Assist with any queries related to system processing
• Assist with any User Acceptance Testing of any Raptor or Ira software releases as and when required.

Reinsurance

• Maintain a good knowledge of reinsurance practices and specific RGA treaty practices as they pertain to the management and handling of transfer of risk.

Management Information

• Provide Management Information or respond to ad hoc queries.
• Provide information as required for other EMEA downstream users.

Technical

• Gain good knowledge of Life and Health Reinsurance and its implications within administration.
• Gain good understanding of client treaties, statements, premium and claims data.
• Gain good, technical knowledge of Raptor and Ira modules.
• Fully document procedures and processes.

Interactions

• Reporting to the Head of Administration Operations, CE & ME and working closely with other members of the CE & ME and Toronto Administration teams.
• During any migrations work or systems releases, work closely with the Raptor and Ira Subject Matter Experts / Business Analysts.
• Work closely with other EMEA downstream users, such as Finance and Valuations.

Qualifications & Experience

• At least 3-year experience in health or life insurance/reinsurance, preferably in the GCC market
• Good knowledge of Life & Health insurance/reinsurance products. Prefer candidates with experience in life insurance or reinsurance markets.
• Strong accounting / financial background.
• Good understanding of, and proficient in, MS Excel.
• Must have the ability to organize and manage own time.
• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with employees at all levels and across different departments
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Desire to maintain a professional and working relationship with internal stakeholders.
• Ability to contribute to the team building spirit with the company.

What you can expect from RGA

• Gain valuable knowledge from and experience with diverse, caring colleagues around the world.
• Enjoy a respectful, welcoming environment that fosters individuality and encourages pioneering thought.
• Join the bright and creative minds of RGA, and experience vast, endless career potential.

Overview

As a System Administrator, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation, security, and reliability of our organization's IT infrastructure. You will play a critical role in maintaining and managing various systems, servers, and networks to support the company's technology needs.

Experience - 2plus Years

Budget - Upto 3000 AED

Responsibilities

Monitor and manage the organization's servers, networks, and systems to ensure high availability and optimal performance.

Install, configure, and maintain operating systems, software applications, and hardware components.

Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to servers, networks, and software applications in a timely manner.

Implement security measures to protect the organization's data and systems from unauthorized access, viruses, and other threats.

Regularly update and patch systems to ensure they are up-to-date with the latest security and software enhancements.

Manage user accounts, permissions, and access levels to ensure proper security protocols are followed.

Collaborate with vendors to evaluate and recommend new hardware and software solutions that align with business needs.

Create and maintain documentation related to system configurations, processes, and procedures.

Plan and perform system backups and disaster recovery procedures to ensure data integrity and availability.

Provide technical support and assistance to end-users, addressing their IT-related inquiries and issues.

Stay updated with industry trends and best practices to enhance the organization's IT infrastructure and security.

Requirement

Proven experience as a System Administrator or in a similar IT role.

Strong knowledge of operating systems.

Familiarity with virtualization technologies, cloud services, and networking protocols.

Proficiency in scripting languages for automation and system management.

Experience with system monitoring and diagnostic tools.

Solid understanding of cybersecurity principles and best practices.

Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with team members and end-users.

We are seeking a skilled software engineer to contribute to the development of dqlite, a distributed SQLite database. The successful candidate will have experience with distributed systems and be proficient in C programming.

The primary focus of this role is to design and implement enhancements to libraft, dqlite and go-dqlite components used in MicroK8s LXD and other projects. This includes development work responding to issues and user inquiries.

• Design and implement features across dqlite
• Debug and fix issues encountered by users
• Improve Jepsen tests traditional HA database automated testing and stress tests
• Participate in engineering process through code and architectural review
• Engage with open source community and commercial partners

• Distributed systems expertise preferably with Raft
• Strong C programming skills
• Solid understanding of asynchronous programming and concurrency patterns
• Capacity to learn quickly about new systems and techniques
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science STEM or similar field

• Opportunity to work on a distributed database project
• Remote work environment with regular team collaboration
• Personal learning and development opportunities
• Performance-driven bonuses and annual compensation reviews
• A comprehensive benefits package including recognition rewards annual holiday leave maternity and paternity leave employee assistance programme priority pass and travel upgrades

Data Analysis Specialist

We are seeking a skilled data analysis specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have expertise in developing and implementing data-driven solutions.

The successful candidate will work closely with stakeholders to identify business needs and develop effective strategies to address them.

• Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement data analysis models to inform business decisions
• Analyze large datasets to identify trends and patterns
• Design and implement data visualization tools to communicate insights effectively
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate data analysis into business processes

Required Skills:

• Advanced knowledge of statistical techniques and machine learning algorithms
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI
• Strong programming skills in languages such as Python or R
• Ability to communicate complex data insights to non-technical stakeholders

Benefits:

• Opportunity to work on challenging projects and collaborate with experienced professionals
• Professional development opportunities, including training and mentorship
• A dynamic and inclusive work environment

Job Title: Data Expert

At our organization, we are seeking a talented Data Expert to join our team. As a key member of our data science team, you will play a vital role in helping us make informed decisions by leveraging data insights and analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement advanced statistical models to analyze complex data sets.
• Develop and maintain databases to store and manage large datasets.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify business needs and develop solutions.
• Communicate findings and insights effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders through reports, presentations, and visualizations.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in data science, machine learning, and AI technologies.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in statistics, applied mathematics, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in a similar role.
• Proficiency with data mining, mathematics, and statistical analysis.
• Advanced pattern recognition and predictive modeling experience.
• Experience with Excel, Tableau/Looker Studio, SQL, and programming languages such as Python and R.
• Storytelling and data visualization skills.
• Comfort working in a dynamic, data-oriented team with several ongoing concurrent projects.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in stats, applied math, or related discipline.
• Experience with NoSQL, Pig, Hive, and PySpark/Big Query.

Data Analysis Opportunity

• Collect, examine, and interpret data to reveal trends and patterns.
• Create clear visual reports based on data analysis and provide actionable recommendations.
• Work with large datasets using statistical methods.

• Degree or equivalent in a related field.
• Previous experience as a Data Analyst is preferred but not essential.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and programming languages such as SQL, R, or Python is advantageous.

Benefits:

Join our team and develop your skills while contributing to our success.