Microsoft SQL Server DBA

Our customer in the Brussels region is looking for an expert Microsoft SQL Server DBA.
In support of the evolving architecural landscape (on-premises and Cloud platforms, continuous optimizations, etc.), you will:

• organize and coordinate SQL Server deliverables
• function as technical expert on SQL Server in close collaboration with the SQL Server team (ETL, performance, troubleshooting, operational excellence, availability of systems, Security management, Security Auditing )
• support the Operating Model for SQL Server Operational Databases to the Cloud
• architecture, develop and document solutions / procedures / scripts to operate the environment
• share your experience with our SQL Server experts
• provide coaching and technical guidance to the fellow colleagues when needed
• act in respect of scope, timing and budget
• act transparently to the team, the management and the project leading
• adopt a positive, collaborative and constructive attitude in the team and in the relationship with the stakeholders
• own a structured approach
• Prepare and support changes, where applicable outside office hours
• work in and with multidisciplinary teams where you will fulfill your part of your knowledge and experience.
• multi-task and context-switch effectively between different activities and teams

Requirements
As an expert (at least 5 to 8 years of experience) you have:
Excellent knowledge of SQL Server Database Administration

• Excellent knowledge of SQL Server System Administration
• Experienced in ETL services
• Excellent SQL Server knowledge to perform deep-dive performance Troubleshooting, Performance Tuning and Optimization

Good knowledge of :

• SQL Server Security & Security Auditing
• T-SQL
• SQL Integration Services (SSIS)
• Powershell scripting
• SQL Reporting (SSRS)
• SQL Analysis (SSAS)
• Experience required on SQL Server version 2019 or upper.
• Be able to interpret the results of performance reports which are collected by tools like Query Store and/or Extended Events and/or SQL Sentry and provide input/insight to improve the performance or give impact analysis.
• Experience with SQL Server DMV's its usage and interpretation
• Specialist in optimal design for best performance
• Knowledge of High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) options for SQL Server
• Experience working with Windows server and Active Directory

Preferably you also have:

• Microsoft SQL Server, and/or MVP certifications
• Azure SQL Database Experiences (Administration, Security, Performance Tuning)
• Knowledge Azure Data Factory , Azure Synapse Lin

Language skills: fluent in English, Dutch and French