PpbSenior PostgreSQL Specialist / DBA (Hybrid – Brussels) /b /p pWe are looking for an experienced Senior PostgreSQL Specialist to support a large-scale database modernization and cloud transformation program focused on PostgreSQL on Microsoft Azure. /p pThe role combines hands‑on engineering, database architecture, migration leadership, automation, and mentoring within a complex enterprise environment. /p h3Key Responsibilities /h3 ul liDesign and implement PostgreSQL architectures on Microsoft Azure /li liManage PostgreSQL environments including HA, networking, security, backup, and disaster recovery /li liLead Oracle‑to‑PostgreSQL migration projects, including schema assessment, PL/SQL refactoring, data conversion, and cutover planning /li liOptimize database performance through tuning, partitioning, vacuum strategies, and capacity planning /li liImplement monitoring, observability, alerting, patching, and operational support processes /li liEnsure compliance with GDPR, NIS2, and enterprise security standards /li liDevelop Infrastructure‑as‑Code solutions using Bicep and/or Terraform /li liSupport CI/CD integration for database deployments and changesCoach and mentor existing DBA teams transitioning from Oracle and SQL Server environments /li liCollaborate with developers, architects, security, and infrastructure teams on database modernization initiatives /li /ul h3Required Skills Experience /h3 ul liMinimum 8 years of experience as a DBA, Database Engineer, or Database Architect /li liAt least 5 years of PostgreSQL experience and 2 years in Azure environments /li liProven experience with: ul liPostgreSQL administration (v14+) /li liAzure Database for PostgreSQL Flexible Server /li liOracle‑to‑PostgreSQL migrations /li liPerformance tuning (pg_stat_statements, EXPLAIN ANALYZE, autovacuum) /li liHigh availability and disaster recovery strategies /li liPgBouncer and connection pooling /li liBackup and recovery solutions (pgBackRest, Barman, Azure‑native backup) /li liLinux administration and shell scripting (Bash/Python) /li liInfrastructure as Code (Terraform/Bicep) /li liSecurity and compliance (pgAudit, RBAC, encryption, GDPR/NIS2) /li /ul /li liExperience with CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps/GitHub Actions) is a plus /li liPostgreSQL or Azure certifications are considered an advantage /li /ul h3Languages /h3 ul liDutch or French: Native or equivalent level /li liSecond national language: Functional knowledge /li liEnglish: Fluent /li /ul h3Work Conditions /h3 ul liHybrid working model /li liUp to 3 remote working days per week /li liLong‑term mission (2 years estimated duration) /li /ul h3Location /h3 pBrussels /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr