Database Administrator

4 hours ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Nexon Asia Pacific Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and customer-focused Database Administrator (DBA) to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for the health, performance, and reliability of database environments for a portfolio of clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing both on-premise Microsoft SQL Servers and modern Azure cloud database services. This position requires deep technical expertise, strong analytical/problem-solving ability, and excellent client communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

  • Database Maintenance & Health: Perform proactive and scheduled database maintenance, including index management, statistics updates, integrity checks, and patching for multiple client environments.
  • Performance Tuning: Continuously monitor database performance, identify bottlenecks, and conduct in-depth query and server tuning to ensure optimal speed and reliability for client applications.
  • Backup & Disaster Recovery: Design, implement, and manage robust backup, recovery, and high-availability solutions (e.g., Always On Availability Groups) across both on-premise and cloud platforms. Regularly test and document recovery procedures against RTO/RPO targets.
  • Azure Database Administration: Administer and support a range of Azure database services, including Azure SQL Database, Managed Instances, and related PaaS offerings.
  • On-Premise Server Management: Manage all aspects of on-premise SQL Server instances from installation and configuration to security and decommissioning.
  • Client Support & Collaboration: Act as a trusted advisor for our clients. Respond to database-related incidents and requests, provide root cause analysis, and communicate technical information clearly to stakeholders.
  • Automation & Efficiency: Develop and maintain PowerShell or T-SQL scripts to automate routine tasks, streamline processes, and improve operational efficiency across the client base.
  • Monitoring: Establish standardised monitoring dashboards and alerts (via LogicMonitor) and align thresholds to client SLAs.

Required Qualifications & Skills

  • Experience: 3-5+ years of dedicated experience as a Microsoft SQL Server DBA.
  • Technical Expertise: SQL Server administration, including performance tuning, T-SQL scripting, and security best practices. (Expertise in other database systems such as Oracle, mySQL, and Postgres will be highly regarded.)
  • Cloud Proficiency: Hands-on experience managing and migrating databases in the Microsoft Azure cloud.
  • Backup & Recovery: Proven ability to design and manage comprehensive backup and disaster recovery strategies. (Veeam, SQL Agent Jobs, etc.)
  • Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to manage priorities in a multi-tenant MSP environment.
  • Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of building strong relationships with clients.

Preferred Qualifications

  • AWS Experience: Familiarity with AWS database services such as RDS or Aurora.
  • Certifications: Azure Database Administrator Associate (DP-300) or similar industry certifications. (MSCA Database Administrator also highly regarded)
  • Scripting: Proficiency in PowerShell for database automation.
  • High Availability: In-depth experience with SQL Server Always On Availability Groups and Failover Clustering.
  • Data Orchestration: Experience with SSIS pipelines, Azure Data Factory or other ETL/ELT tools.

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