Database Architect (DBA)
Work mode: Full Remote (EU)
Daily rate: €400
Eligibility: EU Citizens only
Role Overview
We are looking for a Database Architect to design, model, optimize, and maintain database systems within a large, international environment. The role involves working across relational and NoSQL technologies, improving performance, ensuring security, and supporting project teams with technical expertise.
Key Responsibilities
* Data analysis and data modelling
* Database design, implementation, and architecture
* Reverse engineering and enhancement of existing databases
* Development, maintenance, and integration of database components
* Integration with external databases and systems
* Establishment of best practices and naming conventions
* Creation of technical documentation
* Support with deployment and configuration
* Troubleshooting and performance optimization
* Delivery of technical evaluations and audit reports
* Conducting risk analysis
* Participation in technical and project meetings
Required Expertise and Technologies
* 3+ years in data modelling and database design (e.g., SQL Developer Data Modeler, Hackolade, NoSQL Workbench)
* 5+ years with relational databases (preferably Oracle)
* 1+ year with NoSQL databases (Elasticsearch, DynamoDB, MongoDB, Cassandra)
* 5+ years with SQL and PL/SQL
* 1+ year in database security (encryption, access controls, GDPR/HIPAA)
* 3+ years in database architecture
* 3+ years in performance tuning
* 3+ years in backup and recovery
* 3+ years in data visualization and analytics
* 1+ year in cloud database management (AWS RDS, Azure SQL, Google Cloud SQL)
* 1+ year in scripting (PowerShell, Bash)
* 1+ year understanding OS-level configurations (Linux, Windows)
* 3+ years in disaster recovery planning
* 1+ year experience with Agile methodology
* 1+ year experience with Confluence and Jira
Non-Technical Skills
* Ability to write clear technical and non-technical documentation
* Strong communication with both business and technical audiences
* Ability to deliver technical presentations
* High quality standards and attention to detail
* Adaptability to evolving database technologies
* Strong communication in multilingual meetings
* Ability to work in international, multicultural teams
* Strong teamwork, self-starting attitude, and collaboration skills
* Fluency in English; French is an advantage