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Database Administrator / Application SRE

· Melbourne CBD, Victoria

Location
Melbourne CBD, Victoria
Employment
Contract
Posted
15 July 2026
Closing date
14 August 2026
Source checked
27 July 2026

About this role

Database Administrator / Application SRE - Baseline Clearance Required Position Details • Role: Database Administrator / Application SRE • Contract Term: 12 Months with potential extensions • Location: Melbourne or Canberra (Hybrid) • Work Eligibility: AU Citizens with Baseline Clearance only We are seeking an experienced Database Administrator / Application SRE for a 12-month contract opportunity. This role offers a hybrid working model based in either Melbourne or Canberra . Mandatory Eligibility Requirement: Due to the nature of the project, Australian Citizenship and an active Baseline Security Clearance are strictly mandatory. Role Overview In this role, you will use database management software to collect agreed-upon performance statistics and maintain system reliability. You will carry out database maintenance and administration tasks, including backups, patching, and routine health checks. Key Skills & Experience Core Database & Systems Skills • Microsoft SQL Server (Intermediate) • PostgreSQL (Intermediate) • IBM Db2 (Beginner) Cloud & Search Technologies • AWS RDS (Beginner) • AWS DynamoDB (Beginner) • Elasticsearch (Beginner) Preferred Certifications While not mandatory, holding the following certifications will be highly regarded: • AWS Cloud Practitioner • ITIL v4 Foundation To be considered for the role click the 'apply' button or for more information about this and other opportunities please contact Ian Cardinal on +617 3472 6580 or email icardinal@paxus.com.au and quote the above job reference number. Paxus values diversity and welcomes applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, including the application form in an alternate format, please contact me on the above contact details.

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