Senior Azure SQL & High-Availability Database Lead

Compas Pty Ltd; Canberra; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Compas Pty Ltd is seeking a Lead SQL Database Administrator to oversee Microsoft SQL Server and Azure SQL platforms within a complex Australian Government environment. The role covers high availability, performance tuning, and cloud migration initiatives across on-premises, Azure, and AWS.

The successful candidate will have 7+ years in database administration, strong T-SQL and PowerShell skills, and experience with Always On Availability Groups. NV1 security clearance is required.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in a similar database administration role.
• Strong Microsoft SQL Server and Azure SQL experience, including Always On Availability Groups.
• Proficient in SQL/T-SQL and PowerShell for automation and DB administration.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure and maintain MS SQL databases for high availability and performance.
• Monitor and optimise database performance, backups and DR strategies.
• Manage SSAS/SSIS/SSRS and Power BI configurations and security.

Skills

MS SQL Server

Azure SQL

PowerShell

T-SQL

Always On AGs

Performance tuning

Tools

SSAS

SSIS

SSRS

Power BI

Job description

Compas Pty Ltd is seeking a Lead SQL Database Administrator to oversee Microsoft SQL Server and Azure SQL platforms within a complex Australian Government environment. The role covers high availability, performance tuning, and cloud migration initiatives across on-premises, Azure, and AWS.

The successful candidate will have 7+ years in database administration, strong T-SQL and PowerShell skills, and experience with Always On Availability Groups. NV1 security clearance is required.