Database Engineer

Job description
12 months Max Term Contract

All AU location - Hybrid/Full time - Manager

Work with the latest database technologies and tools.
Be part of a dynamic Tech Hub team, collaborating closely with software developers to integrate databases with applications.
Flexible work options - work smarter in a way that suits your lifestyle.


About The Role

Our Tech Hub team is expanding and we’re looking for a Support Technician to join our vast community of solvers. The Tech Hub team brings our purpose to life by enabling our company’s businesses to achieve their technology-driven goals. The work undertaken in Tech Hub covers a range of areas from leading and supporting the company through to the build or adoption of new technology, to protecting against risk, and delivering valuable data insights that transform our technology capabilities.

Database Development & Administration involves designing, implementing, and maintaining databases to ensure data integrity, performance, and security.

As a Database Engineer, you will be responsible for developing, managing, and optimising database systems to support the organisation's data, DR & recovery requirements. You will work closely with other IT leads to ensure data integrity, security, and performance.

You’ll help solve complex problems by using your skills in:

Providing proven experience with database management systems (e.g., SQL Server, Cloud DBs inclusive of Cosmos DB, DynamoDB, and MySQL).
SQL and database scripting knowledge.
Understanding of the cloud hyperscalers and good database architecture practices.
Database security practices.
Providing technical expertise to offer advice, influence others, and directly contribute to solutions.
Solving complex work problems by leveraging overarching guardrails, experience, and strong judgment.
Collaborating across several teams to drive results.


In our Tech Hub team, your impact will be seen by:

Developing and maintaining database systems.
Ensuring data resilience, integrity and security.
Optimizing database performance.
Collaborating with software developers to integrate databases with applications.
Troubleshooting and resolving database issues.


You’ll also make an impression with these key personal attributes:

Curiosity: A natural curiosity and eagerness to learn, explore new ideas, and see past the status quo.
Collaboration: A natural collaborator, suited to work in a collaborative culture with a diverse and talented team that values collaboration, constructive challenging and mutual respect.
Challenge: Demonstrates the capability to question and challenge ideas, decisions, and processes in a constructive manner, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation while maintaining respect and professionalism in all interactions.
Value Driven: Demonstrates a strong commitment to ethical principles and organisational values, ensuring that all actions and decisions align with the company's mission and integrity standards.
Excellent attention to detail.
Proactive and analytical mindset.
Willingness to learn and grow in the DBA Team and keep abreast with cloud and data trends.
Ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities and support junior team members.


About PwC

At PwC, we are a human-led, tech-powered community of solvers. We approach problems with curiosity, collaboration and willingness to challenge the status quo to develop innovative solutions in partnership with Australian businesses and not-for-profits. Together, we strive to make a positive impact and drive meaningful change.

That’s where our people come in. Whether you’re just beginning your career or have plenty of experience under your belt, we believe your unique perspective can help us to deliver valued insights that make a real impact. Here, you’ll be surrounded by peers who have your back and leaders who support you, in an environment that encourages continuous learning and growth.

Your Benefits

Flexible working arrangements for how, where and when you work, ensuring you thrive while delivering top results for your team and clients
More opportunities to connect with loved ones, with the ability to work up to four weeks from anywhere in Australia and select international locations
Health and lifestyle perks like a wellness credit and discounted memberships
World-class development opportunities to accelerate your career
Strong mentors, meaningful work and plenty of networking opportunities
Dress for your day so you can feel confident and comfortable for whatever your day has in store for you


Our commitment to diversity and inclusion