FinXL IT is seeking a highly skilled and motivated SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA) with strong experience in Azure to join our dynamic team at a large financial services organisation. As a key member of our database management team, you will be responsible for ensuring the performance, security, and reliability of our SQL Server databases across both on-premises and cloud environments. Your primary focus will be on optimising and managing SQL Server infrastructure within Microsoft Azure, ensuring that our business-critical systems are operating at their highest potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Database Administration:

  • Install, configure, and maintain SQL Server instances and databases, including those within Azure environments such as Azure SQL Database and Managed Instance.

  • Ensure high availability, performance, and reliability of SQL Server environments (development, testing, staging, production) across both on-premises and cloud infrastructures.

  • Proactively monitor and optimise database performance across hybrid environments to meet service level agreements (SLAs).

• Azure Cloud Integration:

  • Manage and optimise SQL Server databases running on Microsoft Azure, leveraging services like Azure SQL Database, Managed Instance, and Azure Blob Storage.

  • Implement cloud-based solutions, including disaster recovery, backup strategies, and database scaling for Azure-hosted environments.

• Backup and Recovery:

  • Design, implement, and test robust backup and recovery strategies for SQL Server databases across on-premises and Azure environments.

  • Perform database restores and participate in disaster recovery drills to ensure business continuity.

• Performance Tuning & Optimisation:

  • Continuously perform performance tuning of SQL queries, indexes, and database structures in both on-premises and Azure-hosted databases.

  • Troubleshoot and resolve performance issues across hybrid and cloud environments, optimising configurations to enhance efficiency on Azure.

• Security & Compliance:

  • Implement and manage database security policies to protect sensitive data across on-premises and cloud databases.

  • Ensure compliance with internal policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements, including GDPR and other data protection regulations.

• Database Design & Development Support:

  • Collaborate with development teams to ensure database design aligns with application requirements, optimising both on-premises and Azure solutions.

  • Assist in reviewing and optimising queries, stored procedures, and cloud-based architecture to meet performance and scalability goals.

• Documentation & Reporting:

  • Maintain comprehensive documentation for all database configurations, changes, and procedures for both on-premises and cloud environments.

  • Generate regular performance and health reports for management and stakeholders, offering insights on the state of cloud-based database operations.

Key Requirements:

• A background in financial services as an SQL Server Database Administrator

• Technical Skills:

  • Strong experience with SQL Server (versions 2016 and above) in both on-premises and Azure environments.

  • Expertise in Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and Azure services such as Blob Storage, Azure Monitor, and Virtual Networks.

  • Proficiency in T-SQL, stored procedures, triggers, and cloud-based database deployment.

  • Experience with SQL Server performance tuning, indexing, and query optimisation across hybrid environments.

  • Experience with Azure Data Factory, Azure DevOps, or similar cloud-based automation tools is highly desirable.

• Additional Skills:

  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex database performance issues.

  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

  • Detail-oriented with a strong focus on documentation, compliance, and best practices.

What's On Offer:

• Initial 6 months contract, with a view to extend or convert to permanent employment
• Hybrid working arrangement to get your best work done! (2-3 days in the office)
• Brisbane and Sydney CBD locations available

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