Junior Database Administrator

Within this challenging role, you are responsible for managing and optimizing our database environments, reviewing and executing SQL scripts delivered by the development team, and processing and analyzing data to provide operational and strategic insights., * Support the management, maintenance and optimisation of our SQL Server database environments in Azure.

• Review and execute SQL scripts delivered by the development teams, initially with guidance from experienced colleagues.
• Assist in monitoring database performance, stability and availability and help investigate issues when they arise.
• Support backup and recovery activities and gradually build knowledge of business-critical database environments.
• Write and modify SQL queries, stored procedures, views and scripts to support operational needs.
• Help troubleshoot database-related issues and provide technical support to internal stakeholders.
• Work closely with Development and Infrastructure teams and learn how database changes are managed in a production environment.
• Develop your knowledge of database security, automation, Azure and modern database technologies.

• Relevant IT degree and a first professional experience in database administration, data engineering or a similar technical role.
• Solid foundation in Microsoft SQL Server, T-SQL and SQL Server Management Studio.
• Good understanding of core database concepts such as relational databases, data integrity, normalization and query optimization.
• Basic understanding of high availability, disaster recovery and database security principles.
• Interest in Azure and motivation to further develop knowledge of cloud-based database environments.
• Interest in scripting and automation; knowledge of PowerShell, Perl or Python is a plus.
• Analytical, accurate and motivated by solving technical problems.
• Hands-on, eager to learn and comfortable taking ownership.
• Clear communicator who collaborates well with both technical and non-technical colleagues.
• Good command of Dutch and English.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and Azure DevOps.
• Knowledge of data warehousing, ETL processes and data modelling.
• Experience with SSIS, SSRS and SSAS.
• Knowledge of Oracle, PostgreSQL or MySQL.
• Knowledge of Dynatrace, SolarWinds DPA, Databricks, Debezium or Kafka.

• Competitive gross monthly salary in line with your qualifications and experience
• Meal vouchers
• Eco vouchers
• Sectoral bonus according to applicable sector regulations
• A work-from-home allowance for each day worked remotely

Working Hours & Additional Leave

• Full-time contract of 38 hours per week
• 5 extra days off in addition to statutory vacation days
• Hybrid working: max. 3 days per week after 6 months of service
• Work hours with flexible start (7:30-9:30 AM) and finish (4:00-6:00 PM)

Insurance

• Group insurance
• Hospitalization insurance with the option to add family members, with an additional contribution for each member included

Mobility

• Company car with fuel card, temporary company car at start
• After an initial period of 1 year: option to order an electric car within our company car policy

CLdN is a leading provider of integrated quay-to-quay and door-to-door logistics solutions. Founded in 1929, CLdN ensures reliable, cost-effective transport linking Europe’s major economic areas. With more than 30 vessels and over 200 sailings per week, CLdN offers shortsea roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) connections between the European continent, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Iberia and Scandinavia. CLdN also offers the lowest CO footprint of all Western European RoRo operators. Through an extensive network of ships, terminals and infrastructure, CLdN’s cargo and multimodal services have a strong Europe-wide reach. Our 3,000 employees help deliver our mission: to excel as an integrated provider of maritime links.