Database Administrator

AI Talent; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Certification support

Wellbeing programme

Job summary

AI Talent in Sydney is seeking a skilled Database Administrator to own the design, implementation, and ongoing management of our database systems, ensuring data integrity, security, and performance.

You will collaborate with developers, analysts, and business stakeholders to translate data requirements into scalable solutions, implement backup strategies, enforce security, and optimise queries for reliability and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Database Administrator in enterprise environments.
• Hands-on responsibility for designing and managing database systems.
• Strong SQL skills and performance tuning expertise.
• Experience with backup, recovery, and DR strategies.
• Solid understanding of database security and access controls.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain database architecture and structures.
• Establish and maintain backup and recovery procedures.
• Enforce database security protocols and access management.
• Maintain comprehensive database documentation and procedures.
• Plan upgrades, patches, and migrations with QA processes.
• Monitor performance and optimize queries, indexing, and tuning.
• Collaborate with developers and stakeholders to translate data needs.
• Analyse systems and implement improvements for reliability and performance.
• Provide technical support for database incidents and outages.
• Ensure compliance with data governance and privacy principles.

Skills

SQL proficiency

DB design

Backup & DR

Database security

Performance tuning

Change management

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or equivalent

Tools

SQL Server

Oracle

MySQL

PostgreSQL

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Position Overview

We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Database Administrator to join our team and take ownership of the design, implementation, and ongoing management of our database systems. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the integrity, security, and performance of organisational data assets.

This role suits a proactive and technically proficient professional with a strong background in database management and a commitment to delivering reliable, high-quality data infrastructure. Experience working within a collaborative IT environment and the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders will be highly regarded.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain database architecture, data structures, tables, and naming conventions to ensure the accuracy, consistency, and completeness of all data master files
• Establish, monitor, and maintain backup and recovery procedures, ensuring business continuity and minimal disruption in the event of a system failure
• Implement and enforce database security protocols, integrity controls, and access management policies to safeguard sensitive organisational data
• Administer and maintain comprehensive database documentation, including guidelines, policies, and operational procedures, ensuring these remain current and fit for purpose
• Plan and perform database upgrades, patches, and migrations, including thorough testing, debugging, and issue resolution in accordance with approved quality assurance processes
• Monitor database performance on an ongoing basis, identifying bottlenecks and implementing tuning, indexing, and optimisation strategies to maximise efficiency
• Collaborate with developers, systems analysts, and business stakeholders to translate data requirements into effective and scalable database solutions
• Analyse existing database systems and workflows, recommending and implementing improvements to enhance reliability, performance, and maintainability
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance for database-related incidents, working to resolve issues promptly and minimise operational impact
• Ensure database environments comply with relevant data governance frameworks, privacy legislation, and organisational standards, including alignment with Australian Privacy Principles where applicable
• Assist in capacity planning activities by assessing current usage trends and forecasting future storage and performance requirements
• Support the development and maintenance of data integration processes, including ETL pipelines and data warehouse environments, in collaboration with cross-functional teams

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience
• Demonstrated experience in a Database Administrator or similar role, with hands-on responsibility for managing enterprise-level database environments
• Proficiency in one or more leading relational database management systems, such as Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, or PostgreSQL
• Strong working knowledge of SQL, including query writing, stored procedures, functions, and performance tuning
• Experience designing and implementing backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies in production environments
• Solid understanding of database security principles, including user access controls, encryption, and audit logging
• Ability to diagnose and resolve complex database performance issues through monitoring tools, execution plans, and indexing strategies
• Familiarity with data modelling techniques and the ability to translate business requirements into well-structured database designs
• Sound understanding of IT service management practices and experience working within structured change management processes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a methodical approach to troubleshooting
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise confidently with both technical teams and business stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant vendor certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate, Oracle Database Administrator Certified Professional, or equivalent
• Experience with cloud-based database platforms, including Azure SQL, Amazon RDS, or Google Cloud SQL
• Exposure to NoSQL database technologies such as MongoDB, Cassandra, or Redis
• Experience in data warehousing environments and familiarity with ETL tools and processes
• Knowledge of scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python, or Bash for automation of routine database tasks
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and experience working within Agile or ITIL-aligned environments
• Prior experience in a regulated industry such as finance, healthcare, or government, with an understanding of associated compliance obligations

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a supportive and collaborative team culture that values continuous learning, knowledge sharing, and professional development
• Access ongoing training opportunities, certification support, and clear pathways for career progression within a growing technology function
• Enjoy flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work options, to support a healthy work-life balance
• Work on meaningful, complex data challenges that have a genuine impact across the organisation
• Receive a competitive remuneration package with additional benefits including superannuation, annual leave loading, and access to an employee wellbeing programme

Job Details

• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Work Schedule: 8-hour shift
• Salary: $70,000 - $120,000 per year + Super