🇳🇱 Utrecht, Netherlands · 10h ago
Database Administrator
ALTEN
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Database Administrator / Platform Engineer – ALTENThe PositionAs part of our growing team, we are looking for a talented Database Administrator / Platform Engineer to contribute to impactful, data-driven projects in complex IT environments. You will play a key role in ensuring the availability, security, and performance of critical database and infrastructure platforms while working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams.As a Database Administrator / Platform Engineer, your main tasks will include:Managing, maintaining, and optimizing PostgreSQL and Oracle database environmentsMonitoring database performance, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing improvementsPerforming backups, recovery procedures, upgrades, migrations, and patch managementEnsuring database security, availability, and reliability through best practices and proactive monitoringSupporting developers and end users with database-related challenges and technical guidanceMaintaining and improving monitoring solutions across databases and infrastructure platformsCollaborating with infrastructure, security, and development teams to improve platform performance and reliabilityContributing to infrastructure and cloud-related projects, automation initiatives, and platform modernization effortsYour ProfileBachelor’s degree (HBO) or equivalent level of working and thinking in Computer Science, IT, or a related fieldStrong experience with PostgreSQL database administration and performance tuningExperience with PostgreSQL ecosystem tools such as EFM, PEM, and BarmanHands-on experience with backup management, recovery, upgrades, and database migrationsKnowledge of PostgreSQL security, authentication, and authorization mechanismsExperience with Oracle Database administrationGood knowledge of Linux environments, preferably Red Hat LinuxFamiliarity with automation and configuration management tools such as Ansible and/or PuppetExperience with monitoring solutions such as Grafana, Prometheus, Splunk, or similar toolsUnderstanding of DevOps methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban, CI/CD, and Git-based workflowsStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication skills in English; Dutch is considered a plusProactive mindset and a strong sense of ownership and responsibilityWorking ConditionsLease car with fuel cardPossibility of hybrid workingMonthly net expense allowance27 vacation days, with the option to purchase up to 10 extra vacation daysPension scheme with no personal contribution requiredWhat we offerAccess to exciting projects in key sectors: Defence, Transport, Telecom, FinanceA diverse client base: Collaborations with both large corporations and smaller players across the NetherlandsA real career development plan: Continuous training, coaching, daily knowledge sharingAn innovative and collaborative environmentAbout ALTENALTEN is a world leader in engineering and technology consulting, with over 57,700 employees in more than 30 countries. We support major companies in their innovation, R&D, and digital transformation projects across sectors such as automotive, aerospace, energy, finance, life sciences, and telecommunications.Present in the Netherlands for over 20 years, ALTEN operates from its offices in Eindhoven, Capelle aan den IJssel, Apeldoorn, Groningen and Amstelveen. Today, with a team of 600+ consultants, ALTEN offers a wide range of expertise across Engineering and IT fields. From Automotive to Railway, and Defence to Aeronautics, our experts deploy their knowledge to provide innovative solutions in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment.Ready for a new challenge?Apply now and take part in innovative and impactful projects at ALTEN!Sourced from LinkedIn. Relocantly aggregates public job postings; apply on the original site.