Bring **senior expertise in PaaS/DBA operations**, especially MS SQL Server (clusters, DRP, permissions, backup/recovery).
Have **intermediate knowledge of Oracle** and basic skills in MySQL.
Understand infrastructure fundamentals: **Active Directory (Kerberos/NTLM/SPN), IP/DNS, firewalls, VMware basics**.
Be proficient in **PowerShell and Bash scripting** for automation and troubleshooting.
Operate confidently within **ITIL processes** (Incident, Change, Problem Management at intermediate level).
Communicate clearly in English; collaborate effectively with international teams in France and Belgium, and travel between sites when needed.
Hold (or be eligible for) Romanian and NATO security clearance; background checks apply.
ITIL v4 Foundation certification is expected; additional DBA/security certifications are a plus.

We’re hiring an experienced **L3 PaaS Engineer (DBA)** to lead database and platform operations in a private cloud environment. You’ll own escalated incidents, design resilient database architectures, coach L1/L2 admins, and drive operational excellence through ITIL practices. You will contribute to **change governance (CAB)**, keep SOPs and the knowledge base current, manage testbeds for patch validation, and ensure compliance and audit readiness in a highly secure setup. * Provide **Level-3 support** across SQL Server, Oracle, and MySQL platforms – handle escalations, analyze failures, and drive permanent fixes. * Configure and maintain advanced **DBA features** (clusters, replication, disaster recovery plans, backup & recovery). * Support **SharePoint architecture and middleware services**, ensuring reliable search, profiles, and metadata. * Implement and test **security patches**, manage certificates and encryption keys. * Contribute to **CAB processes**, validate deployment procedures, and align with security/compliance standards. * **Coach and mentor L1/L2 admins**, enforce quality standards on ticket resolution and documentation. * Update SOPs, deployment guides, and knowledge base articles; maintain **lab/testbed environments**.

Our client operates a high-security private cloud engineering hub supporting defense-grade programs in a NATO context. The team designs and maintains PaaS services (databases, middleware, SharePoint) on top of on-prem infrastructure, ensuring availability, compliance, and secure operations across European stakeholders.