Location: Various locations across Australia (Remote and Onsite opportunities available)
Type: Contract, Permanent, or Subcontractor
Summary
SovereignSourced invites experienced Database Administrators (DBAs) to join our employment register. This register offers access to exclusive roles across industries such as finance, government, technology, and healthcare. While registering your interest doesn’t guarantee immediate placement, it ensures you’re considered for opportunities aligned with your expertise as they arise.
About the Role
Database Administrators are vital to managing, maintaining, and securing the backbone of organisational data systems. You’ll ensure the performance, integrity, and security of databases, support business operations, and work on projects that optimise database solutions.
Salary Range
Database Administrator salaries range from AUD 90,000 per year for junior roles to AUD 280,000 per year for senior contract positions managing complex and large-scale database environments.
Key Responsibilities
Install, configure, and maintain database systems to meet organisational requirements.
Monitor database performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimisation strategies.
Develop and manage database backup, recovery, and disaster recovery plans.
Ensure database security and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Write and optimise SQL queries, stored procedures, and scripts.
Design and implement data storage solutions to support business operations and analytics.
Manage database migrations, updates, and upgrades.
Collaborate with development teams to ensure seamless integration between applications and databases.
Skills and Experience
Proven experience in database management systems such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, or Microsoft SQL Server.
Strong knowledge of database performance tuning and optimisation.
Familiarity with database security protocols and encryption techniques.
Experience with database replication, clustering, and failover configurations.
Proficiency in database automation and scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell.
Hands-on experience with cloud database services like AWS RDS, Azure SQL Database, or Google Cloud SQL.
Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate, Oracle Database Administrator, or AWS Certified Database Specialty are highly desirable.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in high-pressure environments.
Benefits of Joining
Access to roles in Australia’s top industries with cutting-edge technologies.
Flexible work arrangements tailored to your personal and professional goals.
Competitive salary packages reflecting your experience and role type.
Opportunities for ongoing professional development and collaboration with industry leaders.
Important Note
Joining our employment register means your application will be retained and considered for future opportunities that match your skills and experience. Registering does not guarantee immediate placement but ensures you’re among the first to be considered for relevant roles as they arise.
