Azure Cloud DBA Engineer

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Om ons team verder te versterken zijn we momenteel op zoek naar: Azure Cloud DBA Engineer. For a large organisation operating in a complex and highly regulated environment, we are looking for an experienced Senior Azure Cloud DBA Engineer. The organisation is undergoing a major digital transformation, modernising traditional database platforms and expanding its capabilities within Microsoft Azure. As a Senior Azure Cloud DBA Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, building, automating, securing and managing modern cloud-based database platforms.

You will be part of a specialised Database Administration & Engineering team, working closely with Cloud Architects, Platform Engineers, Infrastructure Architects, Cybersecurity teams, developers and operations teams. You combine in-depth knowledge of SQL Server and Azure database technologies with expertise in automation, Infrastructure as Code, DevOps and cloud architecture. A particular focus will be placed on the further implementation and governance of Cosmos DB, Azure SQL Database and automated database platforms.

Your responsibilities: Azure database platform engineering - designing, implementing and managing enterprise-grade database platforms within Microsoft Azure; developing and optimising Azure SQL Database and Cosmos DB services; integrating database solutions into Azure Landing Zones; designing secure and scalable database architectures; implementing Private Endpoints, Private DNS and network security; developing High Availability and Disaster Recovery solutions; managing backup and recovery strategies; contributing to further cloud adoption and platform modernisation.

Cosmos DB engineering & NoSQL governance - designing, implementing and managing Cosmos DB environments; developing efficient NoSQL data models; establishing standards and governance principles for NoSQL databases; optimising performance, capacity and cloud costs; ensuring security, documentation and metadata management; bridging traditional relational database architectures with document-oriented solutions. Database administration & data security - designing and automating data refresh processes for non-production environments; implementing data masking, scrambling and anonymisation techniques; ensuring GDPR-compliant processing of test and development data; preserving business logic and referential integrity during data transformations; developing consistent and reusable solutions for SQL Server, Azure SQL Database and Cosmos DB.

Infrastructure as code & DevOps - developing and maintaining reusable TerraForm modules; automating database deployments through Infrastructure as Code; setting up and maintaining CI/CD pipelines; developing PowerShell scripts and automation solutions; working according to DevOps principles and best practices; ensuring consistent, secure and reproducible deployments across different environments. SQL server & performance engineering - acting as a senior technical point of contact for SQL Server and Azure SQL; analysing and resolving complex database performance issues; performing root cause analyses; optimising SQL queries and database configurations; carrying out capacity planning and performance analysis; monitoring database security and operational stability; working with monitoring and analysis tools such as Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Query Store and Extended Events.

Operational support & coaching - providing Tier 3 support for complex technical issues; performing technical assessments and security reviews; sharing knowledge and best practices within the DBA team; mentoring and coaching junior DBA professionals; actively contributing to continuous improvement and technical innovation.

Your profile: You have at least 5 years of relevant experience as a Database Administrator, Database Engineer or Cloud DBA; demonstrable experience with SQL Server and database administration; extensive experience with Microsoft Azure and Azure Database Engineering; hands-on experience with Azure SQL Database; experience with Cosmos DB, including data modelling, performance optimisation and governance; experience designing and implementing Azure database solutions using TerraForm and CI/CD pipelines; strong knowledge of Infrastructure as Code and DevOps; familiar with database security, monitoring, troubleshooting and performance tuning; strong analytical skills and take ownership of your technical solutions; can explain complex technical concepts in an understandable way; solution-oriented, pragmatic and enjoy collaborating with different technical teams; coaching skills and enjoy sharing your knowledge with colleagues.

Technical requirements: Database technologies: Microsoft SQL Server, SQL Server Administration, Azure SQL Database, Cosmos DB, T-SQL, Database Security, Performance Engineering, Data Modelling.

Microsoft Azure & Cloud: Microsoft Azure, Azure Landing Zones, Private Endpoints, Private DNS, Network Security, Microsoft Entra ID, Managed Identities, Azure Key Vault, High Availability & Disaster Recovery, Backup & Recovery.

Automation & DevOps: TerraForm, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), PowerShell, GIT, Azure DevOps, CI/CD Pipelines, Deployment Automation.

Monitoring & troubleshooting: Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Query Store, Extended Events, Root Cause Analysis, Performance Troubleshooting.

Architecture & governance: Database Architecture, Data Governance, Security Governance, Operational Governance, NoSQL Governance.

Nice to have: Experience with one or more of the following technologies is considered a plus: Azure SQL Managed Instance, Azure Functions, Azure Logic Apps, Azure Batch, Azure Container Apps, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), AppDynamics, SQL Sentry, Redgate Toolbelt, Redgate Monitor, Erwin Data Modeler, ER/360, Microsoft Purview, ArchiMate, Togaf. Additionally, experience in highly regulated environments, cloud transformation programmes and the development of reusable platform services is a significant advantage.

Language requirements: English: Good professional proficiency (required).

Dutch: Good command is an advantage.

French: Good command is an advantage.