Database Architect
Want to be the database mastermind behind 800k+ happy users while playing pool between queries?
Hey! We're Dyflexis. A workplace where the CEO challenges you to a pool match, developers debate algorithms over table tennis, and yes – there's an actual shark head watching over our Friday beers. Since 2010, we've grown from a rebellious startup into the market leader in workforce management, with over 5,000 international clients rating us 4.9/5 on Trustpilot.
As Database Architect, you'll shape how millions work and live. Whether you're optimizing queries or scaling our systems: you'll have the freedom to make an impact, without the corporate nonsense.
What you'll do
As our Database Architect, you'll oversee an ecosystem of 4,500+ databases that power workforce management for 800k users worldwide. Reporting to our Lead DevOps, you'll combine technical expertise with analytical skills to solve complex challenges at scale. Here's what that looks like:
- Design and implement efficient database migrations
- Optimize performance across our database ecosystem
- Scale our architecture to handle growing data demand
- Share knowledge and upskill team member
- Solve complex problems that directly impact our user
- Create structured solutions for technical challenges
What you'll need
- Proven track record in database management at scale
- Experience solving complex database challenges across organizations
- Development experience is a big plus
- Ability to explain complex concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Strong analytical skills and problem-solving mindset
- Excellence in knowledge sharing and team collaboration
The important part
At Dyflexis, you'll be part of an ambitious, energetic, and customer-focused team. We offer:
- Fixed salary up to €6.000 per month based on experience
- Personal development budget to level up your skills
- 25 vacation days + your birthday off in exchange for cake
- Freedom to work hybrid, because great work can happen anywhere.
- An in-house chef surprising you daily with fresh lunch.
- Insanely cool office with a pool table, indoor golf & DJ booth overlooking The Hague.
- The best parties, drinks & trips (Winter sports, Ibiza & more)
- Membership at ARJ Training boxing gym (home of champion Tarik & Levi Rigters).
- Solid pension plan & 8% holiday allowance.
- Buy or sell vacation days - you decide.
- Travel allowance or WFH compensation.
- Friday chair massages to kick off your weekend
Ready to join? Hit that green button! Don't worry about a cover letter - we'll just ask you a few questions. After that, we'll get in touch quickly and tell our chef to set a plate for you ;)
Questions? Get in contact with Chanté at chante.vanwyk@dyflexis.com
- Department
- Development
- Locations
- Dyflexis Netherlands
- Remote status
- Hybrid

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About Dyflexis
Dyflexis disrupts the workforce management (‘WFM’) industry through tech and AI. With over 5,000 clients in dozens of countries, we are on a mission to deliver a knockout blow to the traditional punch card. Our platform simplifies forecasting, modernizes scheduling, makes time tracking easy, and streamlines payrolling. In short, we enable organizations to turn WFM into a value-adding capability. Our success is a testament to the drive and knowledge of our 100+ colleagues. As for our culture, we are a straight-forward bunch, love to share, are big fans of pioneering, and tackle challenges with curiosity and a yes-we-can mentality.
Database Architect
Want to be the database mastermind behind 800k+ happy users while playing pool between queries?
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