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PostgreSQL Database Administrator

BrusselsHybrid40 hours/week<3months

An organization is looking for an experienced database professional to support the evolution of a secure, high-performing data environment within a multidisciplinary technical setting. The assignment focuses on PostgreSQL administration, backend integration in Python, and the reliable operation of database systems that support critical internal applications and communication flows.

What you will do.

  • Manage, maintain, improve, and support database integration across internal and external information and communication systems.
  • Contribute to the definition of standards, guidelines, and procedures for the development and evolution of technical systems.
  • Design, administer, and optimize PostgreSQL databases with a strong focus on security, performance, and reliability.
  • Handle backup, restore, monitoring, and performance tuning activities for PostgreSQL environments.
  • Design database structures and develop data synchronization mechanisms.
  • Support development projects by delivering tailored database solutions.
  • Contribute to backend development in Python and work with source code management in GitLab.
  • Set up and manage CI/CD pipelines in GitLab.
  • Support the implementation of additional database management systems when required.
  • Optionally contribute to monitoring and logging using the Elastic Stack.

What they ask

  • Proven experience in PostgreSQL administration and database integration.
  • Strong backend development skills in Python.
  • Hands-on experience with Linux environments.
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and GitLab.
  • Knowledge of REST web services.
  • Experience with data integration and database synchronization.
  • Familiarity with Elastic Stack is considered an advantage.
  • Exposure to Ansible, Docker, Kubernetes, and OpenShift is considered an advantage.
  • Experience with NoSQL, key-value, document, or vector databases is considered an advantage.

Profile

  • Master’s degree or bachelor’s degree in IT, or equivalent experience.
  • Methodical, accurate, and able to work well under pressure.
  • Independent and proactive, with a strong sense of initiative.
  • Adaptable, creative, constructive, and client-oriented.
  • A true team player with flexibility in working hours.
  • Capable of documenting completed work clearly and thoroughly.

Practical information.

  • Language requirements: French or Dutch, with passive understanding of the second national language preferred; English is also required.
  • The assignment is within a multidisciplinary team composed of internal and external collaborators.

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