PostgreSQL Database Administrator/Engineer (K10027)

About the Position

We are seeking a PostgreSQL Database Administrator/Engineer with 5+ years experience to join our Digital Transformation Office in Belgium, focusing on designing, managing, and optimizing a secure and modern PostgreSQL database environment.

Responsibilities

• Designing, managing, and optimizing a secure and modern PostgreSQL database environment.
• Managing and optimizing PostgreSQL databases, including backup/recovery, monitoring, and performance tuning.
• Designing database structures and developing data synchronization mechanisms.
• Integrating Python backend applications with PostgreSQL databases.
• Setting up and managing CI/CD pipelines in GitLab.
• Optionally, using Elastic Stack for monitoring and logging activities.

Requirements

• PostgreSQL-databasebeheer (diepgaande ervaring): Expert
• Python backend-programmering (REST API’s): Expert
• Linux-serverbeheer: Confirmed
• Docker: Junior
• Ansible: Junior
• Kubernetes: Junior
• Openshift: Junior
• Elastic Stack (monitoring en logging): Confirmed

Languages

• English: Active knowledge
• Dutch: Active knowledge
• French: Active knowledge

Nice to Have

• Experience with microservices architectures.

Soft Skills

• Methodical and precise work.
• Autonomy and initiative.
• Ability to document work clearly and structured.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team and flexible working hours.
• Customer-oriented and solution-focused attitude.

We Offer

• Full-time position.
• Opportunity for remote work.
• Potential for contract extension.

About the Company

The Federal Police is undergoing an ambitious digital and organizational transformation. Within the Digital Transformation Office (DTO), we are building modern processes, stronger operational support, and more data-driven services. Working from the pillars of IT, innovation, and intelligence/data, we focus on stable foundations, future-oriented technologies, and better support for field services. Do you want to make an impact in an environment where digitalization, legacy modernization, and societal relevance converge?

Practical Information

• Start date: 1 September 2026
• Duration: Until the end of 2026 (extendable)
• Work schedule: Minimum 2 days/week on-site, with flexibility based on tasks and team agreements; remote work allowed at home or employer's address (Belgium)
• Location: Koningsstraat, 202 A – 1000 Brussel

Apply Now

Interested candidates can apply through our job portal.