Database Systems Architect

About Us

Leidos Australia is a complex systems integration company that builds world-class solutions across Government and Defence. We're trusted by our customers to deliver innovative answers to their most complex challenges.

We invest in our people and promote internally, so if you're seeking growth and/or a varied career path, then you've come to the right place.

Job Description
You'll form part of a highly skilled team of Database Administrators providing support and maintenance for a large enterprise environment spanning multiple locations within Australia and overseas.

The successful candidate will use their skills to enhance the design, implementation, testing and maintenance of PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL and Oracle Database.

Install, create, configure, upgrade and monitor databases to ensure optimum performance.
Evaluate, recommend, manage and execute Database upgrades and technology enhancements as required.
Provide support to application teams for incidents relating to Databases (PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL and Oracle Database).
Implement monitoring and health reports that reduce and eliminate issues affecting end users.
Be process driven and take ownership of issues through to resolution.
Contribute to the creation and maintenance of technical system documentation.
Work within an ITIL framework for all work-related activities (Change, Incident, & Problem management).
Qualifications

Coupled with your education and practical experience, you will demonstrate a pro-active approach with the ability to understand the business, identify issues and develop relationships to achieve the company's objectives.

Substantial experience with the Database relevant technologies.

Experience working with Red Hat Enterprise Linux and Windows Server.

Experience in High Availability and Disaster Recovery scenarios.

Experience managing backup and restoration processes.

Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with other teams.

Strong communication and presentation skills.

Self-motivated and engaged.

Proven experience administering, configuring and managing large scale Database environments.