Database Adminstrator

NES Global Talent; Perth; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT services provider is seeking a Database Administrator for a 10-month contract in Perth. The successful candidate will manage Azure SQL and Cosmos databases, build Informatica pipelines, and ensure database security and optimisation. Applicants must be Australian citizens with relevant qualifications and 5+ years of experience. The role demands strong scripting and automation skills. Apply now if you meet these criteria.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in database administration.
• Strong skills in scripting and automation with PowerShell.
• Experience in data modelling and disaster recovery planning.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain Azure SQL and Cosmos databases.
• Build and manage Informatica data pipelines.
• Monitor, optimise, and secure database environments.

Skills

Azure SQL

Azure Cosmos

Azure Data Fabric

PowerShell

Data modelling

Automation

Education

Azure Database Administrator Associate

Job description

Overview

Database Administrator. Initial 10-month contract based in Perth CBD. MUST be an AUSTRALIAN CITIZEN. Strong experience in Azure SQL, Azure Cosmos, and Azure Data Fabric.

About the Role

We’re seeking a skilled Database Administrator to support a state-of-the-art Data Lakehouse platform (DMP) built on Azure Data Fabric and Informatica. You’ll be responsible for setting up, maintaining, and optimising Azure SQL and Cosmos databases, building and maintaining Informatica pipelines, and enabling new Data Analytics and AI capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain Azure SQL and Cosmos databases.
• Build and manage Informatica data pipelines between source systems and target databases.
• Monitor, optimise, and secure database environments, ensuring high availability and disaster recovery readiness.
• Automate database management tasks using PowerShell or similar tools.
• Collaborate with Business Analysts, Data Engineers, and Data Scientists to identify and map data to business requirements.
• Ensure compliance with security policies and reduce vulnerabilities.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience in Azure SQL, Azure Cosmos, and Azure Data Fabric.
• Strong skills in scripting and automation (PowerShell preferred).
• Experience in data modelling, warehousing, and disaster recovery planning.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and provide specialist advice.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g. Azure Database Administrator Associate) and 5+ years’ experience.

How to Apply

If you are interested and possess the right experience, please apply now via the link below. Contact: Alson – [phone] (Job reference: 267755).

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting