DATABASE ENGINEER (POSTGRESQL DBA)

ALOIS UK; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ALOIS Australia seeks a seasoned Database Engineer (PostgreSQL DBA) to join our Sydney delivery for enterprise-scale data platforms. You will design, upgrade, and maintain PostgreSQL architectures, implement HA/DR, replication, backup strategies, and contribute to governance and automation across live systems.

Requirements include 10+ years in database engineering, 5+ years PostgreSQL in enterprise environments, Linux, scripting (Python/PowerShell), and experience with CI/CD and infrastructure

Qualifications

• 10+ years of database administration and engineering experience.
• 5+ years of advanced PostgreSQL administration in enterprise environments.
• Deep expertise in PostgreSQL architecture, HA/DR, backups, and security.
• Experience with Linux, scripting, and IaC/CI/CD practices.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement PostgreSQL database architectures aligned with enterprise standards.
• Deliver upgrades, migrations, and modernisation initiatives.
• Implement HA, DR, replication, backups, and recovery solutions.
• Produce architecture, design, and operational documentation.

Skills

PostgreSQL Expertise

SQL Performance Tuning

Linux Administration

Shell Scripting

Monitoring & Observability

Backup & Recovery

Tools

Kubernetes

Terraform

Azure DevOps

Job description

About Us

ALOIS Australia is a leading Talent and Technology Solutions company, focused on helping businesses across the country build stronger teams, smarter processes, and sustainable growth.

We work with organisations in diverse industries to deliver integrated workforce and technology solutions, from innovative hiring strategies to end-to-end digital transformation. Our approach combines data, insight, and human expertise to help clients solve complex workforce challenges with clarity and confidence.

Through our deep industry experience and commitment to excellence, we provide scalable, high-performance solutions that deliver measurable impact. Whether it’s onshore project delivery, workforce optimisation, or specialised technology services, ALOIS Australia ensures results that truly make a difference.

From Sydney to Perth and everywhere in between, we’re driven by one purpose: to empower Australian businesses and professionals to thrive in a rapidly changing world of work. At ALOIS Australia, every challenge is an opportunity to innovate, and every partnership is built on trust, transparency, and long‑term success.

About Us

ALOIS Australia is a leading Talent and Technology Solutions company, focused on helping businesses across the country build stronger teams, smarter processes, and sustainable growth.

We work with organisations in diverse industries to deliver integrated workforce and technology solutions, from innovative hiring strategies to end‑to‑end digital transformation. Our approach combines data, insight, and human expertise to help clients solve complex workforce challenges with clarity and confidence.

Through our deep industry experience and commitment to excellence, we provide scalable, high‑performance solutions that deliver measurable impact. Whether it’s onshore project delivery, workforce optimisation, or specialised technology services, ALOIS Australia ensures results that truly make a difference.

From Sydney to Perth and everywhere in between, we’re driven by one purpose: to empower Australian businesses and professionals to thrive in a rapidly changing world of work. At ALOIS Australia, every challenge is an opportunity to innovate, and every partnership is built on trust, transparency, and long‑term success.

Job Title – Database Engineer (PostgreSQL DBA)

Job Location – Sydney

Employment Type – Contract/FTC

What Role You Will Play In Team

Core Skills and Experience

PostgreSQL Expertise

• 10+ years of database administration and engineering experience.
• 5+ years of advanced PostgreSQL administration in enterprise environments.
• Deep expertise in:
• PostgreSQL architecture
• Performance tuning and optimisation
• Replication technologies
• High Availability and Disaster Recovery
• Backup and Recovery
• Partitioning and indexing strategies
• Security and encryption
• Capacity planning

Database Engineering

• Strong understanding of physical database design and data modelling.
• Experience supporting transactional databases, data warehouses, and analytical platforms.
• Ability to assess and implement database architecture improvements.
• Knowledge of database lifecycle management and governance.

Automation & DevOps

• Experience automating database administration activities.
• Strong scripting skills using Bash, Python, PowerShell, or similar.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code and configuration management tools.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and release automation.

Required Technical Skills

• PostgreSQL (Expert)
• SQL Performance Tuning
• Database Security
• High Availability & Disaster Recovery
• Linux Administration
• Shell Scripting
• Python or PowerShell
• Monitoring & Observability Tools
• Backup & Recovery Solutions
• Database Automation Frameworks

Desirable Skills

• Oracle Administration
• Microsoft SQL Server Administration
• Azure DevOps
• Kubernetes / Containers
• Terraform

Deliverables

PostgreSQL Engineering & Modernisation

• Design and implement PostgreSQL database architectures aligned with enterprise standards.
• Deliver database upgrades, migrations, consolidations, and modernisation initiatives.
• Implement High Availability (HA), Disaster Recovery (DR), replication, backup, and recovery solutions.
• Produce architecture, design, and operational documentation.

Automation & DevOps Enablement

• Develop and implement automation for:
  • Database provisioning
  • Patching and upgrades
  • Backup and recovery
  • Monitoring and alerting
  • Routine administration tasks
• Establish CI/CD practices for database deployments where applicable.
• Reduce manual operational effort through automation and process standardisation.

Operational Excellence

• Define and implement database operational standards, governance models, and best practices.
• Review and improve incident, problem, change, and release management processes related to database services.
• Establish operational runbooks and support procedures.
• Support critical incidents and provide root cause analysis (RCA) reports for major issues.

Team Capability Uplift (Key Deliverable)

• Develop and execute a structured DBA capability uplift program for a team of 20-25 DBAs.
• Create PostgreSQL training materials, operational guides, and knowledge repositories.
• Conduct workshops, mentoring sessions, and hands‑on coaching.
• Establish PostgreSQL Administration Standards and DBA Best Practice Guides.
• Deliver measurable improvement in team capability and independence in managing PostgreSQL environments.

Governance & Stakeholder Reporting

• Provide technical leadership across project and operational initiatives.
• Prepare executive‑level status reports, risk assessments, and recommendations.
• Participate in architecture reviews and technical governance forums.
• Provide regular reporting on platform health, capacity, risks, and improvement initiatives.

Knowledge Transfer & Handover

• Produce comprehensive technical and operational documentation.
• Deliver knowledge transfer sessions to internal teams.
• Ensure sustainable operational support capability is established before completion of the engagement.

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EEO Statement

ALOIS Australia is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected under applicable laws. We value diversity and believe it strengthens our people, our culture, and the outcomes we deliver.