Database Developer

Australian Retirement Trust; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

14% superannuation

Training and development opportunities

Hybrid work arrangement

In-office amenities and collaboration

Job summary

Australian Retirement Trust is seeking a Database Developer in Brisbane to design, develop and support enterprise-grade SQL Server databases that underpin member services.

You will collaborate with data and technology teams to ensure secure, scalable, high-performing environments and contribute to continuous improvement across our platforms.

Qualifications

• Strong experience managing Microsoft SQL Server databases in enterprise environments.
• Full lifecycle database development from analysis through to release.
• Hands-on experience with SSIS and data integration solutions.
• Skilled at designing and optimizing database schemas and structures.
• Understanding of change management including versioning and release processes.
• Documentation skills for clear knowledge transfer and operations.
• Collaborate effectively with technical teams and provide guidance.
• Degree in IT/Computer Science or equivalent industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and support Microsoft SQL Server databases for secure and reliable data access.
• Build and maintain data integration across platforms.
• Support development, testing and operational DB activities across environments.
• Collaborate with developers, DBAs and stakeholders to meet objectives.
• Follow SDLC practices including version control and release management.
• Produce clear technical documentation for operations and handover.
• Perform unit testing and QA on database solutions.
• Participate in after-hours deployment support on rostered basis.

Skills

MS SQL Server

Full lifecycle development

SSIS

Database design

Change management

Documentation

Cross-team collaboration

IT/CS degree or equivalent

Education

IT or Computer Science degree or equivalent

Tools

SSIS

Job description

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and support Microsoft SQL Server databases to ensure secure and reliable data access.
• Build and maintain data integration and movement solutions across multiple platforms.
• Support development, testing and operational database activities across environments.
• Collaborate with developers, DBAs and stakeholders to deliver shared objectives.
• Follow system development lifecycle practices including version control and release management.
• Produce clear technical documentation to support ongoing operations and handover.
• Perform unit testing and quality assurance on database solutions.
• Participate in after-hours deployment support on a rostered basis.

Qualifications

• You have strong experience managing Microsoft SQL Server databases in enterprise environments.
• Your background includes full lifecycle database development from analysis through to release.
• You'll bring hands-on experience with SSIS and data integration solutions.
• You're skilled at designing and optimizing database schemas and structures.
• You understand change management practices including versioning and release processes.
• Your documentation skills ensure clear knowledge transfer and operational support.
• You'll collaborate effectively with technical teams and provide clear guidance when needed.
• You're degree qualified in IT, Computer Science or bring equivalent industry experience.

We're all about helping our members make the most of their money. And while they go after their goals, you can too. As a Database Developer, you'll play a key role in designing, developing and supporting enterprise-grade database solutions that underpin critical business and member services. You'll work closely with data and technology teams to ensure SQL Server environments are secure, scalable and high performing, while contributing to continuous improvement and innovation across our platforms.

This role is a permanent opportunity and is based in Brisbane.

Our 2.4 million members trust us to take care of around $375 billion in retirement savings. And we help them take charge of their finances and face the future with confidence. Our inclusive culture means you'll be valued and heard in a respectful workplace. We've created an environment where you can be yourself and do amazing work. It's that simple.

Everyone is welcome to apply.

We value diverse thinking, cultures, perspectives, backgrounds, and abilities.

We don't want to leave you with a monstrous wait. So, you'll hear from us after the closing date to find out whether you've made it through to the next round or not. Being fair and up-front is important to us - and recruitment is no different.

Bring your potential to Australian Retirement Trust and unleash our monster possibilities:

• You’ll get 14% super as standard, to help your future come alive.
• Unleash your potential and build a career to be proud of through excellent training and development opportunities.
• Balance your work between in-person days at our purpose-built hubs and working from home.
• In the office, enjoy end of trip facilities, a yoga and multi-faith room, parent and carer rooms, quiet rooms, BrewHub coffee facilities, and collaborative team spaces.

We use technology, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support parts of our recruitment process - such as reviewing applications, supporting screening interviews, reference checking, and matching skills to roles. All final hiring decisions are made by people.

By applying, you agree to the use of these technologies as part of the recruitment process.