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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Junior Database Administrator - **Company:** CLdN - **Location:** Antwerpen, Belgium - **Experience:** Starter - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Data Analysis, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Database, Databases, Information Engineering, Data Integrity, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Warehousing, Relational Databases, Database Security, Database Theory, Disaster Recovery, Perl (Programming Language), Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, Oracle (Applications), Windows PowerShell, Query Optimization, SQL Stored Procedures, SQL Databases, SQL Server Reporting Services, SQL Server Integration Services, SQL Server Analysis Services, Transact-SQL, System Availability, Database Performance, Debezium, SolarWinds (Software), Apache Kafka, SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), Dynatrace, Databricks - **Published:** September 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.be/details/5870287753 ## About the Role * 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. ## Description 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. ## Related Videos - [From Messy Queries to Scalable Systems - How Data Engineering actually works](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100203-from-messy-queries-to-scalable-systems-how-data-engineering-actually-works) - [MySQL Protocol Features You Should Be Aware Of](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100267-mysql-protocol-features-you-should-be-aware-of) - [Python-Based Data Streaming Pipelines Within Minutes](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1233-python-based-data-streaming-pipelines-within-minutes) - [The Power of Purpose: Unlocking Potential and Innovation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1110-the-power-of-purpose-unlocking-potential-and-innovation) - [Branch your database like your code: How schema changes and pull requests go hand in hand](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/350-branch-your-database-like-your-code-how-schema-changes-and-pull-requests-go-hand-in-hand) - [It's Not Vibe Coding If You Know What You're Doing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100119-it-s-not-vibe-coding-if-you-know-what-you-re-doing) ## Related Articles - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Best Companies in the Netherlands: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/193-best-companies-in-the-netherlands-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [Software Developer Salary in The Netherlands [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/217-software-developer-salary-in-the-netherlands-2023) - [The Netherlands – Europe’s powerhouse for software development?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/31-the-netherlands-europe-s-powerhouse-for-software-development) - [How to land a developer job in Amsterdam](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/36-how-to-land-a-developer-job-in-amsterdam) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk)