DPS Resident Engineer

Position Overview: Our client is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented DPS Resident Engineer to join their team in Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate will lead the Data Protection & Back-Up Systems and Optimization. He/she will also take charge of the end to end process of DPS, ensuring the, availability, integrity, and recovery of the data. Key Responsibilities & Role: Monitor and maintain Data Protection & Backup systems Perform capacity planning, data tiering, and Data Protection & Backup optimization tasks. Assist in data migration, archiving, and retention activities. Ensure data availability, integrity, and backup/recovery processes. Support incident resolution and escalate complex Data Protection & Backup issues to L3. Apply security policies and access controls on file and object data. Document configurations, changes, and standard procedures. Collaborate with application and infrastructure teams on data-related needs. Mentor support staff, advise on best practices, and drive process improvements. Participate in TARB committee as needed. Qualifications & Skills: Bachelors Degree in IT/Software Engineering, or any similar degree is required. Solid experience in Data Management. Background in IT Security is highly desirable. Familiarity in Data Protection & Back-Up Platforms (Ex: Veeam, Commvault, NetBackup, Rubrik, Dell, IBM, or any similar platform). Ability to work independently, and alongside a team as needed. Strong English and communication skills. Key attention to detail.