SQL Server DBA / Database Architect
Location: Brussels city center - hybrid
Start date: February 2026
Language: Strong English required + French or Dutch ideally
️Support: Occasional 24/7 (flexibility required)
The Role
We're looking for a Senior SQL Server DBA with an Architect mindset to join a high-level team managing and evolving our on-premises and Azure hybrid data platforms.
You will wear a double hat: Server DBA + Application DBA, contribute to three ongoing strategic projects, and play a major role in database design, performance, reliability, and modernization.
What You'll Do
* Administer, optimize, and secure SQL Server on-prem environments.
* Contribute to database architecture & solution design (HLD/LLD).
* Support major projects involving Azure SQL, Managed Instance, and modernization.
* Perform deep performance troubleshooting and tuning (instance + OS).
* Work closely with Dev DBAs and challenge SQL design & code when needed.
* Participate in 24/7 support rotations when required.
* Drive technical decisions, structure processes, and mentor team members.
What You Bring
Hard Skills
* 7–10+ years in SQL Server administration & engineering (critical OLTP).
* Strong Azure expertise: SQL DB, Managed Instance, NoSQL (MongoDB).
* Architecture & system-level knowledge (performance, security, troubleshooting).
* Solid T-SQL and developer-aware mindset.
* Experience with Windows Server & Active Directory.
Soft Skills
* Strong communicator able to simplify complex concepts.
* Influential and collaborative decision-maker.
* Proven technical leadership and mentoring ability.
* Structured, analytical, process-oriented thinker.
* Fluent technical English.
Why Join Us?
* A team of 16 skilled DBAs in a rich, challenging technical ecosystem.
* A role combining operations, architecture, and major project delivery.
* Real impact on the future of our data platforms and cloud evolution.
* Balanced hybrid work (2 days office, 3 days remote).