Senior Database Administrator Start Date: ASAP Contract Length: 5 months contract with possible extension Location: Brisbane Key Responsibilities Support the successful migration of database workloads associated with the project to Azure SQL Managed Instance Stabilise and optimise cloud-hosted database environments following migration activities Implement controlled database deployment and release processes using CI/CD and source control practices, including YAML-based deployment pipelines Deliver ongoing BAU database administration services to maintain system availability, performance, and reliability Manage database schema changes and deployments across development, test, and production environments Monitor, tune, secure, and maintain enterprise SQL Server and Azure database environments Support backup, recovery, high availability, disaster recovery, and business continuity capabilities Required Skills & Experience Demonstrated experience administering Microsoft SQL Server and Azure database platforms in enterprise environments Proven experience with Azure SQL Managed Instance deployments, migrations, and post-migration support Strong expertise in database backup, recovery, performance tuning, monitoring, and high availability practices Experience implementing and supporting database CI/CD and source control processes, including YAML-based deployment pipelines Strong Transactional SQL (T‑SQL) programming and scripting skills Experience with Microsoft Business Intelligence technologies including: SSRS SSAS SSIS Knowledge of database security principles and operational governance practices Experience with SQL Server clustering, log shipping, and disaster recovery planning across on‑premises and cloud environments DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via or and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr