Skip to content
Sign in
All missions

ICT

Database Architect

Location
Leuven, Belgium
Work mode
Hybrid
Contract
Contract · Senior
Closed
30 Jun 2026

This mission closed on 30 Jun 2026.

It stays online for reference, but it no longer takes applications.

Open missions like this one

Email me new missions like thisSee all 5 open missions

About the mission

We are looking for a senior Database Architect to lead a critical migration project from Sybase to PostgreSQL. This role involves hands-on implementation, architecture design, and coaching within a strategic program that modernizes the database infrastructure for healthcare platforms.

Read the full description
We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Database Architect for a critical migration project.

Context of the Assignment

You will be part of a strategic program where the existing database infrastructure is being migrated from Sybase (ASE) to PostgreSQL. This project is essential for the further modernization and scalability of the platforms within Nexuzhealth. Nexuzhealth develops and manages the Clinical Workstation (KWS), the electronic patient record used daily by more than 130,000 healthcare providers. You will directly contribute to the digital backbone of Belgian healthcare.

Your Role

As a Database Architect, you are a key player in this migration and responsible for defining, realizing, and optimizing the new PostgreSQL environment. You combine architecture, hands-on implementation, and coaching to ensure that the new environment achieves at least the same performance and stability as the existing Sybase environment.

Responsibilities

Design the target architecture on PostgreSQL and monitor performance and scalability
Translate and redesign complex Sybase T-SQL patterns into PostgreSQL
Optimize performance (indexing, query tuning, partitioning, etc.)
Develop data validation and quality controls to avoid data loss
Support the cutover and migration strategy
Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the team
Set up automation for database management and monitoring
Assist in supporting the existing Sybase environment during the transition

Desired Profile

Strong experience as a Database Architect / Senior DBA
In-depth expertise in PostgreSQL (design, tuning, optimization)
Experience with large-scale database migrations and legacy environments
Knowledge of PostgreSQL extensions (e.g., pg_logical, pg_vector) is a plus
Experience with SQL dialect conversion (Sybase to PostgreSQL)
Experience with performance tuning and query optimization
Knowledge of Linux/Unix and scripting (shell, tuning, automation)
Experience with database administration and automation
Knowledge of Java environments is a plus
Experience with Sybase ASE is an advantage (not a must, willingness to learn is sufficient)

Soft Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Hands-on and pragmatic mindset
Strong communication skills
Team player with an independent mindset

Practical Info

Start: ASAP
Duration: 6 months + (with option for extension)
Location:
o 1 day/week onsite in Leuven
o other days: office of choice (Hasselt, Ghent, Antwerp)
Language: English
Work regime: hybrid
Participation in on-call duties or maintenance outside office hours may be requested sporadically.
Candidates will be administratively processed but will work substantively for Nexuzhealth.

What you'll do

  • Design the target architecture on PostgreSQL and monitor performance and scalability
  • Translate and redesign complex Sybase T-SQL patterns into PostgreSQL
  • Optimize performance (indexing, query tuning, partitioning, etc.)
  • Develop data validation and quality controls to avoid data loss
  • Support the cutover and migration strategy
  • Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the team
  • Set up automation for database management and monitoring
  • Assist in supporting the existing Sybase environment during the transition

What we're looking for

  • Strong experience as a Database Architect / Senior DBA
  • In-depth expertise in PostgreSQL (design, tuning, optimization)
  • Experience with large-scale database migrations and legacy environments
  • Knowledge of PostgreSQL extensions (e.g., pg_logical, pg_vector) is a plus
  • Experience with SQL dialect conversion (Sybase to PostgreSQL)
  • Experience with performance tuning and query optimization
  • Knowledge of Linux/Unix and scripting (shell, tuning, automation)
  • Experience with database administration and automation
  • Knowledge of Java environments is a plus
  • Experience with Sybase ASE is an advantage (not a must, willingness to learn is sufficient)

Skills

  • PostgreSQL
  • Sybase
  • Linux
  • Unix