Database Engineer

Database Engineer

Department: IT Services Voluntary work, 8 hrs / week

About DIVD

DIVD is the voluntary fire brigade of the Internet. At the Dutch Institute for Vulnerability Disclosure we aim to make the digital world safer by reporting vulnerabilities we find in digital systems to the people who can fix them. We operate on a global level, but do it Dutch style: open, honest, collaborative, and for free. We mainly work on cases with the volunteers in CSIRT and Research teams. And to support all these volunteers, many great people are in supporting roles.

At the head of DIVD is our board, who provide guidance and direction and are responsible for strategic decisions. The day to day operations are led by a management team, consisting of our director, department heads, the CISO, and crisis manager.

IT Services

This department is responsible for our own applications and infrastructure, including our own AS and the infrastructure CSIRT and Research & Development teams use to scan the internet. They are responsible for the technical maintenance of our websites and have a development team that supports CSIRT and Research by building tooling to automate tasks. In addition, the IT Services department runs the help desk, to solve operational change requests, account issues with accounts or other incidents logged by volunteers.

Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic Database Engineer to join our team. As a Database Engineer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the availability and continuity of our infrastructure, focusing on database-related operations. The Operations team is dedicated to supporting our operational units, projects, and central staff departments at DIVD.

Database Engineer Responsibilities

• Continuously enhance knowledge based on database infrastructure and hardware
• Monitor database performance and make necessary adjustments
• Collaborate with users to troubleshoot existing problems
• Respond to customer or colleague inquiries
• Configure and test database hardware and software
• Implement security measures to safeguard data, software, and hardware
• Provide support and plan activities related to database operations
• Develop new procedures if necessary to enhance quality
• Implement security-by-design and privacy-by-design principles in every project
• Actively participate in team meetings
• Assist and guide new employees and interns
• Track activity status through ticket systems and planning and support tools via phone, chat, email, remote support, and video conferencing

Database Engineer Requirements

• Emphasis on motivation over knowledge and skills
• Proficient in RHEL, Rocky, and Alma, with a willingness to work with Debian, Ubuntu, Kali, or FreeBSD-based systems
• Basic understanding of network infrastructure and hardware
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team
• Flexible and proactive attitude
• Affinity with ITIL processes, with a focus on incident prevention and resolution and structured changes
• Strong record-keeping skills

Nice to Have

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Database Engineer with a focus on open source databases.
• Strong expertise in designing, implementing, and maintaining open source databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB.
• Proficient in performance tuning, query optimization, and troubleshooting.
• Solid understanding of database security principles and best practices.
• Familiarity with cloud database services (AWS RDS, Google Cloud SQL, Azure Database for PostgreSQL, etc.).
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Experience with database automation and scripting (e.g., SQL, Shell, Python) is a plus.
• Relevant certifications in open source databases are advantageous.

Varied Work

This position offers a diverse range of opportunities for technical growth, thanks to the varied nature of the groups supported by Operations. Expect a dynamic work environment that requires adaptability.

Competencies

• Strong affinity with security
• Customer-oriented thinking
• Result and solution-oriented approach
• Attention to detail
• Flexibility
• Independence
• Analytical mindset

Our websites

• https://www.divd.nl/

Development

We believe that you develop best when you are doing something you enjoy and at which you are good. Depending on your knowledge and interests, we will work with you to see how we can help you grow further in the direction in which you would like within DIVD.

What to expect when you join us?

At DIVD, we believe that our volunteer researchers are the backbone of our mission to make the digital world safer. Whether you have a day job in IT security or just want to do a bit extra for the rest of the world, we welcome all passionate individuals to join us! Our informal company culture offers plenty of autonomy and flexibility, allowing you to structure your role in a way that best fits your needs. And with opportunities available exclusively to volunteers based in The Netherlands who hold valid EU work permits, there's never been a better time to join our one-of-a-kind volunteer tech collective! Apply below today and help us build a safer digital future for all! #DIVD

Wherever your personal goal is, we will try to make your routine as a volunteer impactful, enjoyable, exciting, and comfortable. You can choose if you want to work remotely or from our office in the Netherlands. You'll receive a set of benefits to improve your work experience. They include a flexible schedule, multicultural environment with colleagues in the Netherlands, a vibrant and dynamic organizational culture, and free access to our online learning platform as you help build a safer internet.

Today, we are one of the most effective volunteer organizations globally that actively makes the digital world safer by reporting vulnerabilities we find in digital systems.

Our researchers typically have a day time job in IT security, but feel the need to do a bit extra for the rest of the world. This position will give you the opportunity to experience our one of a kind volunteer tech collective. Our company culture is very informal and offers plenty of autonomy to structure the role in a way that best fits you as a person. Please note, we require you to be currently based in The Netherlands and to have a valid EU work permit. If you feel excited about this role, please apply below!