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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT Oracle Database Administrator - HQ Brussels - **Company:** BNP Paribas Fortis SA/NV - **Location:** Brussel, Belgium - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, IBM AIX, Cloud Computing, Databases, Data Integrity, Oracle Data Guard, Linux, Oracle Exadata, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Oracle Databases, Oracle (Applications), Performance Tuning, Server Administration, PL-SQL, Cloud Platform System, Oracle Enterprise Manager, System Availability, Database Migration, Information Technology, Toad (Software) - **Published:** July 16, 2026 - **Apply:** https://be.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=27d2cc0986160295 ## About the Role * Proven expertise: 5+ years in Linux/Unix environments, with deep experience in Oracle 19c, Exadata, and performance tuning. * Cloud & tools mastery: Strong skills in IaaS cloud architectures, plus familiarity with PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Dataguard, or Quest TOAD (a bonus!). * Technical prowess: Hands-on experience with Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM), PL/SQL, and Linux/AIX server administration. * Business insight: Thrives in complex organizations, with bonus points for banking sector experience. * Language skills: Fluent or good English (mandatory), with French or Dutch fluency as a plus. * Education: Bachelor's/Master's in Computer Science (or equivalent experience). Soft skills that stand out: * + A true team player who naturally documents processes and shares knowledge. + Proactive, quick self-starter with a can-do attitude. + Excellent communicator able to explain technical details clearly to non-experts. + Analytical, autonomous, and committed, with a sharp eye for detail. + Flexible and stress-resistant, ready to go the extra mile during peak times. + Customer-focused, always mindful of service continuity. + Initiative-driven, independent, and eager to take responsibility. + Willing to support outside business hours (on-call) when needed. ## Description As an IT Oracle Database Administrator within IT Agile Production Services (Linux/Unix Databases Infrastructure), you will contribute to maintaining and optimizing our Oracle and PostgreSQL environments. Based in Brussels (near Central Station), your focus will be on database migration to cloud, performance tuning, and ensuring data integrity and high availability. 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