# Sr. MongoDB Database Engineer (Open Source DBA)

> GSSTech Group · Dubai, United Arab Emirates · — · Posted 2026-07-29

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

We are looking for an experienced MongoDB Database Engineer to support enterprise-scale Digital Products and Digital Onboarding initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess strong hands-on experience in MongoDB database administration, architecture, performance tuning, clustering, and database migrations within large-scale technology environments.

This role offers an opportunity to work on multiple high-impact technology projects involving mission-critical database platforms. The successful candidate should be comfortable working in fast-paced environments, managing multiple priorities, and supporting complex database infrastructure and delivery requirements.

## Requirements

### Key Responsibilities

-   Design, administer, and maintain MongoDB database environments across enterprise platforms.
-   Support technology projects involving Digital Products and Digital Onboarding initiatives.
-   Manage MongoDB database deployments, upgrades, migrations, and performance optimization activities.
-   Configure and administer MongoDB Replica Sets and Sharded Cluster architectures.
-   Perform MongoDB backup and restore operations and ensure database availability and reliability.
-   Execute database patching, version upgrades, and environment maintenance activities.
-   Monitor database performance and implement tuning and optimization strategies.
-   Manage database migrations across environments with minimal downtime.
-   Collaborate with application, infrastructure, and engineering teams to support project deliveries.
-   Participate in Agile delivery practices and support multiple projects simultaneously.
-   Provide production support and troubleshoot database-related issues across environments.
-   Support out-of-hours and weekend activities when required for critical deployments or maintenance windows.

### Required Technical Skills

### MongoDB Administration

-   Strong hands-on experience in MongoDB Database Administration.
-   Excellent understanding of MongoDB architecture and internal components.
-   Strong experience with:

-   MongoDB Replica Sets
-   MongoDB Sharding
-   MongoDB Ops Manager
-   MongoDB Backup & Restore mechanisms
-   Database patching and upgrades
-   Performance tuning and optimization
-   Database migrations
-   Mongo Query Language (MQL)

### Operating Systems

-   Strong working knowledge of:

-   Unix
-   Linux operating systems

### Database Technologies

-   Experience working with Open Source database technologies.
-   Exposure to other database platforms will be considered an advantage.

### Automation & Scripting (Nice to Have)

-   Exposure to modern automation technologies such as:

-   Ansible
-   Jenkins
-   Terraform

-   Experience with scripting languages including:

-   Bash
-   Python

### Delivery Methodology

-   Experience working within Agile delivery environments.
-   Ability to manage multiple concurrent technology projects.
-   Strong understanding of enterprise technology delivery practices.

### Required Competencies

-   Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
-   Ability to work effectively under pressure and within tight timelines.
-   Excellent professional communication skills.
-   Strong ownership mindset and self-management capabilities.
-   Ability to manage multiple priorities and project deliverables simultaneously.
-   Strong collaboration skills when working across cross-functional technology teams.

### Preferred Experience

-   4+ years of experience working in large enterprise environments.
-   Banking or Financial Services industry experience is preferred.
-   Experience supporting large-scale digital transformation initiatives will be an added advantage.

### Preferred Certifications

-   MongoDB-related certifications are highly desirable.
-   Relevant database or cloud certifications will be an added advantage.

## Apply

[Apply at GSSTech Group](https://apply.workable.com/gsstech-group/j/E4308CF834/apply)

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