Database Engineer (Canberra)

Database Administrator
- Canberra About our Client They are a mission-driven technology organisation delivering secure, scalable data solutions across highly regulated and critical environments. Their work supports complex, high-impact programs spanning government, defence-aligned initiatives, healthcare, and commercial sectors. As a growing and innovative business, they pride themselves on building high-performing teams that value ownership, curiosity, trust, and technical excellence. This is an opportunity to join an organisation where your work directly contributes to systems that matter. About the Role The Database Administrator will play a critical role in ensuring the stability, performance, and security of enterprise database environments supporting mission-critical systems. This is a hands-on technical position focused on managing PostgreSQL and MongoDB databases within secure, compliance-driven environments. You will work closely with technical and development teams to optimise performance, maintain data integrity, and support complex operational requirements. Key Responsibilities Database Administration
- Maintain and administer database systems, including PostgreSQL and MongoDB
- Monitor database performance and optimise queries, indexes, and configurations
- Perform database backups, recovery procedures, and disaster recovery planning
- Maintain database security policies, access controls, and compliance standards
- Plan and execute database upgrades, patches, and migrations
- Troubleshoot database issues and provide technical support to development teams
- Create and maintain database documentation and schemas About You You are a proactive, technically strong Database Administrator who enjoys working in secure, structured environments and taking ownership of complex systems. Required Skills & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years’ experience in database administration
- Strong expertise in PostgreSQL
- Experience working with MongoDB or other NoSQL databases
- Solid understanding of backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies
- Experience with scripting languages such as PowerShell, Bash, Python, or SQL
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Willingness to travel within Australia to customer or partner locations, including secure sites
- Australian citizenship with an AGSVA NV2 security clearance Desirable Experience
- Relevant database or infrastructure certifications
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
- Familiarity with containerisation technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Experience using monitoring tools such as Splunk
- Understanding of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines Technical Setting
- Databases: PostgreSQL, MongoDB
- Scripting: PowerShell, Bash, Python, SQL
- Tools: Compass, DBeaver Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience and capability
- Annual performance bonus
- Private health insurance allowance
- Health and wellbeing allowance
- Salary sacrifice and packaging options
- Additional annual leave (up to 5 weeks per year)
- Leave entitlements aligned with National Employment Standards How to Apply Please upload your resume to apply. We will be in touch with further instructions for suitably skilled candidates. Call Katrina Gabriel on [0489 923 756](tel:0489 923 756) or email for any further information. Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification and any other client requested checks. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3r3o8h